Lead Piping Engineer

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as Lead Piping Engineer As the Lead Piping Engineer, you will lead all piping engineering functions, including pipe stress analysis, piping standards and material specifications, and pipe support design. Depending on project needs and team structure, perform these engineering activities directly or provide technical leadership by overseeing, coordinating, and delegating work to the piping engineering team or contractors.

What you'll do: Pipe Stress Engineering

Establish and document pipe stress methodologies, standards, and best practices

Perform pipe stress analyses using industry-standard pipe stress software (e.g., AutoPIPE)

Evaluate piping systems for sustained, thermal expansion, occasional, seismic, wind, and dynamic loading conditions

Design and specify pipe support systems, including spring supports, restraints, guides, anchors, and hangers

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the company's standard pipe support catalog

Prepare and maintain piping stress calculations, reports, design documentation, and supporting engineering records

Ensure piping designs comply with applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and other relevant industry standards

Coordinate with piping designers, mechanical engineers, civil/structural engineers, equipment engineers, and project teams to optimize piping layouts and support configurations

Evaluate equipment nozzle loads and ensure compliance with vendor allowable loads and applicable standards

Perform fatigue assessment and analysis for piping systems and components subjected to cyclic operating conditions

Conduct creep evaluations of piping systems operating within the creep temperature range to ensure long-term integrity over the plant's design life

Perform dynamic and pulsation analyses of suction and discharge piping systems to verify operational reliability and compliance with design requirements

Evaluate piping systems for vibration susceptibility and develop engineering solutions to mitigate vibration-related issues

Collaborate with equipment vendors to integrate pulsation dampeners and ensure compatibility with piping system design and performance requirements

Recommend design modifications to minimize piping stresses and improve system reliability and constructability

Perform buckling calculations on vacuum piping systems

Review vendor drawings, equipment data, and support details for compliance with project requirements

Pipe Specification and Material Engineering

Develop, maintain, and standardize company-wide piping material specifications

Establish material selection philosophies and engineering best practices

Select piping materials based on process conditions, operating temperatures and pressures, corrosion, erosion, fluid compatibility, and applicable codes

Prepare piping material specifications, valve specifications, specialty item specifications, and procurement documentation

Ensure piping materials comply with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements, including ASME, ASTM, API, MSS, NACE, and other applicable industry standards

Perform material compatibility and corrosion evaluations for process and utility piping systems

Review, evaluate, and approve piping specification deviations and technical exceptions

Support value engineering initiatives by evaluating alternative materials and products while maintaining compliance and reliability

Support procurement activities

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Serve as technical authority for piping engineering within the organization

Plan, prioritize, and coordinate pipe engineering resources to support project schedules, including staffing, resource forecasting, and workload planning

Assign, oversee, and review work performed by internal engineers, contractors, and third-party engineering firms

Ensure piping engineering deliverables are completed on schedule and meet company quality standards

Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews, HAZOPs, constructability and design reviews

Provide technical guidance and mentoring to piping engineers and designers

Interface with clients, equipment vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies on piping engineering matters

What we’re looking for: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, structural engineering, or equivalent engineering program from an accredited four (4) year university or equivalent work experience

Minimum ten (10) years of job-related experience in piping engineering, including pipe stress analysis and piping materials/specifications

Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, MSS, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASTM, API, MSS, NACE, WRC-537, and ISO

Experience using pipe stress analysis software, preferably AutoPIPE. Experience with CAESAR II, ROHR, or PEPS is also acceptable

Experience selecting materials for high-temperature service, molten salt systems, cryogenic applications, vacuum piping systems, corrosive environments, and pressure-containing systems

Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, including management, coworkers, vendors, and contractors

Proficiency with standard computer applications, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, web browsers, and email applications

Experience with Navisworks is preferred

Bonus points for: Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure

Experience with Navisworks

Experience with 3D plant design software (e.g., Plant 3D, SmartPlant, AVEVA E3D, or CADWorx)

Experience in power generation, industrial process facilities, chemical processing, molten salt systems, or energy projects

Must-have Requirements: Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time

Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics

Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally

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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.