Helion · 23 hours ago
Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
Everett, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$182K/yr - $214K/yr
5+ years expHelion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, focused on building the world's first fusion power plant. They are seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Engineering to lead the build and testing of prototype designs for fusion generators, overseeing engineering projects and developing manufacturing processes to accelerate innovation.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers and technical writers, fostering growth and technical excellence, including high-volume recruiting, hiring, and team scaling efforts
Oversee complex engineering projects, including fusion prototype upgrades and development of new fusion test beds aligned with Helion's technical milestones
Manage large-scale initiatives by optimizing staffing, schedules, and cross-functional collaboration—ensuring a high-urgency execution culture
Drive improvements in manufacturability and production rate by leading design changes to capacitor modules and sub-assemblies in support of mass manufacturing goals
Direct the design of low-volume production lines, work instructions, and tooling solutions, while implementing digital tools to enhance efficiency—laying the groundwork to scale into high-volume manufacturing operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of engineering experience and at least 2 years in a management or leadership role
Proven track record of developing engineers and leaders, with a focus on career growth and team capability building
Experience leading complex engineering projects, including full ownership of schedules, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination
Background in new product introduction and the design and launch of new production processes or manufacturing lines
Strong hands-on foundation across multiple engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, fluids) and experience solving problems using first-principles and structured thinking
Benefits
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
Company
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.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.04BKey Investors
Nucor CorporationSam AltmanDustin Moskovitz
2025-01-28Series F· $425M
2023-09-27Corporate Round· $35M
2021-11-05Series E· $500M
Leadership Team
David Kirtley
Founder and CEO
Chris Pihl
Co-Founder, CTO
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