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

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

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 a Senior Supplier Development Engineer

The Senior Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) will act as a technical liaison between the supplier and internal customers, such as engineering, quality, procurement, and program management. The SDE’s goal is to foster strong relationships with our suppliers, while best understanding which suppliers are struggling to achieve rate, hit certain quality requirements and provide consistent product.

What you'll do:

Physically be on-site at vendors for long periods of time
Review and advise on engineering requirements for complex machined components and manufactured assemblies to guarantee quality without imposing unnecessary restrictions
Be a Change Agent - identifying gaps in processes, articulating what needs to be done to close those gaps and holding vendors accountable with concrete timelines
Timely resolution of schedule-critical, supplier-related challenges to ensure key milestones are met, without sacrificing quality
Foster an environment focused on rapid execution while continually considering how to improve for future production at a much larger scale
Inspect parts using different measurement tools and interpret inspection reports to communicate results to stakeholders of varying technical experience
Implement required process controls and quality plans
Support ISO 9001:2015 implementation
Support creation of manufacturing instructions and Ops Sheets to guarantee quality critical characteristics
Develop in-process inspection and test procedures
Process capability studies and Measurement Systems Analysis
Coach and collaborate, sharing lessons learned, with a cross-functional team of manufacturing, design, and operations engineers to establish a high-quality manufacturing line
Drive cost reduction projects including planning, coordinating with stakeholders, estimating completion, and project updates
Author contract documents with Legal. Manage contracts ensuring performance of the supplier to contract obligations. Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret application of contract to business needs.
Establish preferred suppliers by category and confidently advocate for/against their use on future projects. Create and implement related management programs to develop, continuously improve, manage the performance of, and monitor KPIs of the supply base.
Lead and mentor team members.
Skillfully balance the price, delivery, quality, service, and value tradeoffs and rationalize the supply base
Adhere to all supply chain policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions including those regarding the procurement of materials, intellectual property, and export compliance
Negotiate internally and externally at high levels or with persons of influence frequently
Provide technical guidance and support during the design and manufacturing phases, ensuring optimal production processes (i.e. DFM)

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (required)
Master’s Degree is a plus
Certifications preferred: Six Sigma Certification (Yellow, Green or Black)
6+ years of experience in Engineering or Supply Chain
Equivalent project complexity, experience, and education will be considered
Perform advanced technical activities such as Supplier Assessments & Audits, including Quality Management System (e.g., ISO 9001, AS 9100, IATF 16949)
Perform advanced technical activities such as Product (e.g., Machining) and Special Process (e.g., Plating, Heat treat, Welding)
Utilize specialized quality tools such PPAP (PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA) capacity analysis and Lean Six Sigma initiatives
Specific knowledge regarding machine shop manufacturing
Magnet manufacturing
Ability to design, establish and implement supplier quality improvement processes and procedures
Implementation and management of ERP or other procurement tools
Ability to teach and educate others with little background on the subject
Creative negotiating skills
Experience with MS Office
Exceptional communications skills
Strong collaboration and relationship building skills with suppliers and cross-functional teams
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks while priorities are continually evolving
Works with Integrity
Strong Customer Service skills
Remarkable analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Works well under pressure
Possesses excellent judgment
Familiarity with CAD
Working knowledge of GD&T
Meticulously detailed and organized

Bonus points for:

Experience managing multiple levels of staff
Experience in a start-up or high growth environment
Experience in manufacturing environment
Experience in Automotive or Aerospace

Must-have Requirements:

Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

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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.

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