About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors SoftBank and Lightspeed to propel us forward. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now operating Polaris, our next prototype on the path to the world's first fusion power plant.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths - values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
We are hiring a Senior Engineering Technician to develop Helion's fusion generators and subscale plasma devices. You will help develop hardware, lead full-scale builds, and coach fellow technicians on the Production Team. You will report directly to our Build Manager at our Everett, WA campus.
You Will:
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and managers to design, assemble, test, and troubleshoot electromechanical systems
Design and fabricate fixtures and jigs to aid in the assembly of electromechanical components
Own process development and work instruction creation for prototype assembly and test
Design, build, and perform mechanical and electrical tests on parts and assemblies.
Ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout the production process
Be able to squat, reach, climb, and stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50lbs
Required Skills:
5+ years of experience as a Mechanical or Electrical Technician
Experience using light fabrication tools (power tools, mills, lathes, etc.)
Experience with CAD modeling
Read and understand technical drawings, manuals, and reports
Efficient use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook for clear documentation and communication.
Bonus Skills:
Experience designing parts/fixtures in CAD software
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Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
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- Dice Id: 91129397
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