Helion · 1 day ago
Senior Engineering Technician
Everett, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$45/hr - $60/hr
5+ years expHelion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, on a mission to build the world's first fusion power plant. The Senior Engineering Technician will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to fabricate, assemble, test, and maintain various mechanical and electrical systems essential for generating electrical power from fusion energy.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Collaborate with a versatile team to fabricate, assemble, test, troubleshoot, deploy, operate, maintain, and repair various mechanical, electrical, and electronic assemblies
Install, align, and maintain our high voltage pulsed power systems, including ultra-high vacuum (UHV) and fuel systems
Fabricate and build unique rapid prototypes, assemblies, and instrumentation boxes. Support revision iterations according to engineering specifications
Perform PCB soldering, assembly, rework, and cable soldering to industry standards
Help with upgrades, modification, and reconfiguration of test bays to support ongoing test and research projects
Work at different heights using scissor lifts, pick lifts, and safety harness within Helion facilities
Communicate project activity, status, and issues to technical owners
Help create and maintain documentation and participate in redline reviews
Develop and maintain new inventory of consumables and parts
Perform duties safely and efficiently
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant hands-on experience as an Advanced Electrical or Mechanical Technician, with a focus on rapid prototyping and iteration in a research, fabrication, or test lab environment
Must be comfortable working in confined spaces for extended periods and able to lift 20 lbs
Demonstrated experience in fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, deployment, operation, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical scientific equipment
Hands-on experience with electric hand tools and basic fabrication tools (e.g., drills, saws, mills, lathes, drill press, sanders)
Experienced in PCB assembly, rework, and cable soldering, with a working knowledge of IPC standards. Specialized training certification welcomed
Familiarity working with DMMs, oscilloscopes, LCR meters, HV probes, thermocouples, calipers, and other common measurement equipment. Previous knowledge of measurement and diagnostic sensors (e.g., interferometers, spectrometers, fiber collimators, strain gauges, cameras, thermal cameras) welcomed
Experience and training in building high voltage, laser, vacuum, or cryogenic systems welcomed
Certification and familiarity with Mobile Elevated Work Platform, Fall Protection, Forklift, and Crane operations welcomed
Experience reading technical drawings and electrical schematics
Support a swing shift schedule (12:00 pm to 8:30 pm) Monday through Friday
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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