Manufacturing Specialist - Third Shift (Fusion Energy)

Location: Devens, Massachusetts, United States; on-site, third shift from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am. Occasional nights, weekends, on-call work, and travel may be required.

Salary: $30–$43 per hour plus a 15% shift differential, equity, and benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops commercially viable fusion power plants and technologies to accelerate the transition to fusion energy.

What you will do

• Brainstorm, trial, implement, and track continuous improvement projects that reduce build hours, defects, and equipment downtime.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, equipment engineers, and technicians to develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Document, troubleshoot, and resolve manufacturing system downtime, nonconformances, and production blockers.
• Design, build, and commission electromechanical equipment and tooling for process and efficiency improvements.
• Write and update process work instructions and create team performance metrics.
• Perform R&D and prototype hardware builds using mechanical and precision-calibrated tools.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of experience with technical skills including mechanical and electrical assembly.
• At least 6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using hand tools and troubleshooting electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities, communicate them to teams and management, and monitor performance metrics.
• Ability to work on-site, occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, and work safely around industrial hazards including high voltage, strong magnets, lead, fumes, and cryogenics.

Nice to have

• Associate degree or higher in an engineering-related field.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma.
• Experience developing, designing, or maintaining manufacturing equipment and electromechanical systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced startup environment focused on integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique.
• Equity and competitive compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• 13 company-wide holidays, flexible vacation days, 10 sick days, and parental leave.
• Professional growth opportunities and team-building activities.