Fusion Technician(High Voltage R&D)

Helion; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fusion power company is seeking a Senior Fusion Technician to advance high voltage and pulsed power systems. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assemble, test, and optimize cutting-edge components, ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation fusion energy solutions, making a significant impact on the future of clean electricity. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming energy for a sustainable world.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

31 Days of PTO

401(k) Match

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Annual Wellness Stipend

Qualifications

• 5+ years in high voltage, pulsed power, or power electronics systems.
• Operating knowledge of high voltage components and insulation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D by testing and optimizing high voltage systems.
• Design and integrate tools to improve efficiency.

Skills

High Voltage Systems

Pulsed Power Systems

Power Electronics

Capacitors

SCRs

IGBTs

Marx Generators

Pulse Transformers

High Voltage Insulation Techniques

Data Analysis

JIRA

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Senior Fusion Technician (High Voltage R&D)

About 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. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.

Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group and new investors SoftBank and Lightspeed to propel us forward. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Now, we're turning up operations for Polaris, working towards delivering the world's first fusion power plant.

More than ever, it's a pivotal time to join us and have the opportunity to solve real challenges to create a better energy future. You will see first-hand how we value urgency, rigor, ownership, and hard truths, knowing it will take each to do what no one has before. Joining us, you will push the boundaries of what's possible and transform humanity for the better - because the world can't wait.

What You Will Be Doing

We are hiring a Senior Fusion Technician (High Voltage R&D) to support the development of cutting-edge high voltage and pulsed power systems. Reporting to one of our Production Supervisors at our Everett location - you will contribute to the advancement of next-generation fusion energy solutions.

You Will

1. Support R&D efforts by collaborating with cross functional teams to assemble, test, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize high voltage and pulsed power components and systems.
2. Execute test plans - collecting and analyzing data to drive improvements.
3. Design, fabricate, and integrate fixtures, tools, and work aids to improve build efficiency and repeatability.
4. Work in a fast-paced, iterative environment with minimal guidance.
5. Balance rapid execution with safety and quality by strictly adhering to high voltage safety protocols and best practices.
6. Train and mentor fellow technicians, developing both their technical expertise and problem-solving skills.

Required Skills

1. 5+ years of experience in high voltage, pulsed power, or power electronics systems.
2. Operating knowledge of capacitors, SCRs, IGBTs, Marx Generators, pulse transformers, and high voltage insulation techniques.
3. Ability to use high voltage diagnostic tools (oscilloscopes, etc) to analyze waveform, voltage, current, and other pulsed behaviors.
4. Familiarity with JIRA or similar workflow tracking tools.
5. Ability to squat, reach, climb, and stand for extended periods of time, and lift up to 50lbs.

Compensation and Benefits

At Helion, we are committed to fostering a fair and equitable environment in every aspect of our operations, including compensation. We ensure all our roles are competitively benchmarked and our total compensation package includes a base salary, comprehensive benefits, and equity grants, giving you a true stake in Helion's success. Final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of your experience, qualifications, and our commitment to maintaining internal equity, ensuring fairness and transparency across our teams.

This is a non-exempt hourly role.

Hourly Pay Rate: $33 - $52 USD

Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families.
• 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days).
• 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.

NOTE: Underrepresented people are less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of the job's requirements. We believe in hiring people, not checklists, and encourage you to apply even if you do not check all of the boxes.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

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