Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Senior Director of Environment, Health, and Safety

Massachusetts, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Energy, Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

Requirements

The Senior Director of Environment, Health, and Safety should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field, and ideally have 10+ years of experience in EHS management, with a strong preference for experience in high-hazard environments or research and development settings. Demonstrated leadership experience, particularly in developing and implementing comprehensive EHS programs, is essential, along with knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

As the Senior Director of Environment, Health, and Safety, you will be responsible for developing and leading the EHS strategy for Commonwealth Fusion Systems, championing a safety-first culture, and driving continuous improvement across all EHS aspects. This includes integrating EHS considerations into design and construction, overseeing complex systems and high-risk hazards, conducting investigations, and collaborating with various departments to align EHS objectives with business goals, ultimately setting a precedent for safe operations within the fusion industry.

Skills

EHS
Safety Management
Risk Assessment
EHS Strategy
Leadership
Project Lifecycle
Construction Safety
Commissioning
Operations
Safety Culture
Compliance

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Develops and commercializes fusion energy systems

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems focuses on developing fusion energy as a clean and sustainable power source. The company utilizes advanced magnet technology, created in partnership with MIT, to build smaller and more affordable fusion systems called tokamaks. These devices use magnetic fields to confine plasma in a toroidal shape, which is an effective method for achieving fusion. Currently, CFS is manufacturing high-temperature superconducting magnets and constructing SPARC, the first commercially-relevant net energy fusion machine. The success of SPARC is intended to lead to the development of ARC, the first fusion power plant. CFS differentiates itself from competitors by its commitment to scientific integrity and a mission-driven approach, focusing on delivering cost-competitive fusion energy to help combat climate change. The ultimate goal is to provide a reliable and abundant energy source for energy providers and industries that require significant power.

Key Metrics

Harvard, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$1,958.7MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

12.5 Company-wide Holidays
Our vacation policy is 'take vacation'
Our sick time policy is 'get better and try not to make others sick'
Generous parental leave policy
Health Reimbursement
Health, Dependent Care, & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts
Delta Dental, Blue 20/20 Vision optional
Wellbeing / Headspace coverage
Short-term & long-term disability
Life and AD&D insurance
401K

Risks

Competition from companies like TAE Technologies could impact CFS's market position.
Reliance on rare-earth materials poses supply chain risks.
Public perception of nuclear fusion technology remains uncertain.

Differentiation

CFS uses rare-earth barium copper oxide superconductor technology for energy development.
CFS collaborates with MIT for advanced fusion research and magnet technology.
CFS is building SPARC, the first commercially-relevant net energy fusion machine.

Upsides

CFS plans to build the world's first commercial fusion power plant in Virginia.
Increased investment in fusion energy startups indicates strong investor interest.
Government net-zero targets align with CFS's clean energy mission.

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