Qualifications
Your Role:As a Mechanical Engineer, you will spearhead the design and development of hardware for Helion’s fusion devices. This role requires you to tackle intricate, interdisciplinary engineering challenges vital for scaling fusion energy deployment. You will work closely with a team of engineers and technicians, contributing to the dynamic culture of a rapidly evolving team. This position reports directly to the Mechanical Engineering Manager and is based onsite at our Everett, WA facility. Key Responsibilities:Lead and enhance subsystem designs, including electromagnetic, structural, fluid, thermal, and control systems. Utilize insights from past engineering methodologies to innovate novel hardware for testing and integration into Helion’s fusion devices. Design hardware utilizing CAD software such as NX or SolidWorks. Conduct analyses using tools like ANSYS, and drive design reviews to incorporate feedback and refine systems. Expand your engineering expertise and knowledge by collaborating with industry experts. Engage hands-on with skilled technicians to construct and implement hardware designs. Diagnose and resolve hardware issues on integrated fusion generators as they occur.
About the job
About Helion
Helion is at the forefront of the fusion power revolution, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our mission is to construct the world's inaugural fusion power plant, paving the way for a future with limitless clean electricity. We envision a world where energy is clean, dependable, and affordable for all.
Since our inception in 2013, Helion has successfully raised over $1 billion from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed, driving our ambitious goals forward. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved an impressive 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype, on our journey towards establishing the world’s first fusion power plant.
This is a critical moment to join Helion. You'll engage with real-world challenges within a team that values urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to transparency, principles essential for accomplishing unprecedented feats. Together, we can transform the energy landscape, as the world cannot afford to wait.
About Helion
Helion is a pioneering fusion power company dedicated to creating the world's first fusion power plant. With substantial backing from prominent investors, we are committed to delivering clean, reliable, and affordable energy solutions.
