Qualifications
Responsibilities:Design, scale, and launch manufacturing equipment for innovative products, including developing automation system architecture and standards for deployment across various production lines. Create electrical one-line diagrams and schematics for automated manufacturing equipment; assist in integration with the factory’s Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and set up equipment reporting to monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and other essential machine data. Work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop and refine both existing and new testing processes; engage with technical teams to ensure product integration within pulsed power circuits to optimize testing methods aligned with Helion’s overarching generator objectives. Partner with machine suppliers on high-level equipment design and functionality; support design reviews, acceptance testing, and equipment buyoff to guarantee smooth integration into manufacturing operations. Implement robust safety systems that meet industry standards, ensuring a secure working environment.
About the job
Join Our Mission at Helion
At Helion, we are pioneers in fusion power, based in Everett, WA, with an ambitious goal: to construct the world’s first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future rich in clean and limitless electricity. We envision a world where everyone has access to reliable and affordable energy.
Since our inception in 2013, we have attracted over $1 billion in investments from esteemed figures and firms including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, has successfully completed 10,000 high-power pulses, achieving plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing our next prototype, Polaris, taking vital steps toward our goal of the first fusion power plant.
This is a critical moment to become a part of Helion. Here, you will confront real-world challenges alongside a team that values urgency, a rigorous work ethic, accountability, and a commitment to truth—principles essential for accomplishing unprecedented feats. Together, we will revolutionize the future of energy, as the world can’t afford to wait.
About Helion Energy, Inc.
Helion Energy is at the forefront of fusion energy development, aiming to transform the global energy landscape with sustainable and clean electricity. Our innovative technologies and dedicated team are committed to making fusion power a reality, addressing the world's growing energy needs responsibly and sustainably.