Helion · 1 day ago
Sourcing Lead, Machine Shop
Everett, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$113K/yr - $159K/yr
6+ years expHelion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, on a mission to build the world's first fusion power plant. They are seeking a proactive Sourcing Lead to collaborate with mechanical engineering and machining teams to source and procure custom mechanical parts and raw materials, while leading initiatives to strengthen the supply chain.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Source raw material (aluminum, stainless steel, copper, G10, HDPE, etc) in various form factors (bar, plate, sheet, tubing, etc), CNC cutting tools (mills, drills, reamers, inserts, etc), and workholding (vises, chucks, fixtures, clamps, etc) as needed to support operations
Support in-source/out-source decision making to procure custom mechanical parts in collaboration with engineering and machining teams. Drive BOM cost reductions and secure production capacity to meet production and prototype NPI schedule requirements
Identify new vendors and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors to develop a diverse and robust supply chain
Lead bidding efforts. Negotiate contract terms and manage existing contracts with vendors including manufacturing service agreements, stocking programs, non-disclosure agreements, etc
Lead initiatives and projects cross-functionally
Create purchase orders, resolve invoice and receiving snags, and receive/ship orders in ERP/MES
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree or 6+ years of experience in supply chain function
3+ years of experience working in procurement, operations, or buying function supporting manufacturing
Demonstrated ability to source complex mechanical components and manage multi-tier supply chains
Understanding of engineered part drawings and methods of manufacturing, especially subtractive machining (milling, turning, sheet metal cutting/forming)
Experience in prototype development, new product introduction buying, and high-volume manufacturing
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
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Chris Pihl
Co-Founder & CTO
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