Helion · 2 days ago
Equipment Safety Engineer
Everett, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$149K/yr - $192K/yr
5+ years expHelion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant. As an Equipment Safety Engineer, you will ensure the safety, compliance, and operational readiness of manufacturing and R&D environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet rigorous safety standards.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Conduct Risk Assessments for new and modified equipment in accordance with ISO 12100 and ANSI B11 standards
Create and stand up our equipment safety sign off process and support manufacturing process design
Partner with engineering, operations, and vendor teams to review and approve equipment designs, ensuring safe integration and lifecycle performance
Develop and maintain equipment safety standards, SOPs, and training programs to support safe operations
Manage regulatory compliance and documentation, including CE marking, UL/NRTL certification, and coordination with third-party testing agencies
Support control system safety integration for new machinery, including safety PLCs, interlocks, and emergency stop systems
Advise cross-functional teams on best practices for equipment design, guarding, and risk mitigation
Provide technical leadership in machine safety engineering, helping scale Helion's equipment safety framework across new facilities and production lines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Safety Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in equipment safety, machine design, or industrial automation within manufacturing, energy, or R&D environments
Deep understanding of ISO 12100, ANSI B11, and OSHA 1910 Subpart O standards
Experience with control system safety integration, including functional safety (SIL/PL) concepts
Familiarity with CE, UL, and NRTL certification processes
Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines to deliver safe, compliant equipment designs
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate technical safety requirements into practical solutions
Preferred
Preferred certifications: CSP, CMSE®, TÜV Functional Safety Engineer, or equivalent machine safety credential
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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