Second Shift Integration Technician, Bank Build

helion; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

PTO 31 days

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Wellness stipend

Job summary

Helion in Everett, WA is seeking an Integration Technician to support the assembly and integration of fusion generators and subscale plasma devices.

You will work hands-on with electromechanical components, read technical drawings, and ensure production hardware is assembled safely and efficiently in close collaboration with Technicians and Supervisors.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a technician in manufacturing, prototyping, or hardware assembly environments.
• Hands-on experience assembling, testing, or troubleshooting electromechanical components or systems.
• Experience using basic hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, assembly procedures, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced production or prototype environment.
• Willingness to learn new systems, tools, and processes while supporting continuous improvement.
• Overhead crane and rigging experience.
• Able to support a second shift schedule 2:00pm to 10:30 pm Monday through Friday

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and integrate electromechanical components and subsystems onto fusion generator structures and related production hardware
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and rework of mechanical and electrical assemblies under the guidance of senior technicians, or supervisors
• Read and follow technical drawings, work instructions, manuals, and assembly procedures
• Operate common production equipment and light fabrication tools to support assembly and integration activities
• Assist with the development, maintenance, and improvement of assembly fixtures, tools, and production processes
• Identify and elevate assembly issues, quality concerns, or process gaps to the appropriate team members
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, hardware status, and production findings
• Follow safety, quality, and cleanliness standards throughout the production process
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to meet build schedules, quality targets, and production goals
• Be able to squat, reach, climb, and stand for extended periods of time, and lift up to 20 lbs

Skills

Tech shop experience

Electromechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Safety & quality

Team collaboration

Shift flexibility

Cranes & rigging

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Production equipment

Cranes & rigging

Job description

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 $1.5 billion from long‑time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record‑breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real‑world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.

What You Will Be Doing

We are hiring an Integration Technician to support the assembly and integration of Helion’s fusion generators and subscale plasma devices. You will work hands‑on with electromechanical components, support full‑scale builds, and help ensure production hardware is assembled safely, accurately, and efficiently in close collaborate with Technicians and Supervisors. This is an onsite position and you will report directly to one of our Production Supervisors in our facility in Everett, WA.

You Will

• Assemble, install, and integrate electromechanical components and subsystems onto fusion generator structures and related production hardware
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and rework of mechanical and electrical assemblies under the guidance of senior technicians, or supervisors
• Read and follow technical drawings, work instructions, manuals, and assembly procedures
• Operate common production equipment and light fabrication tools to support assembly and integration activities
• Assist with the development, maintenance, and improvement of assembly fixtures, tools, and production processes
• Identify and elevate assembly issues, quality concerns, or process gaps to the appropriate team members
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, hardware status, and production findings
• Follow safety, quality, and cleanliness standards throughout the production process
• Collaborate with a cross‑functional team to meet build schedules, quality targets, and production goals
• Be able to squat, reach, climb, and stand for extended periods of time, and lift up to 20 lbs

Required Skills

• 3–5 years of experience as a technician in a manufacturing, prototyping, or hardware assembly environment
• Hands‑on experience assembling, testing, or troubleshooting electromechanical components or systems
• Experience using basic hand tools, power tools, and production equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, assembly procedures, and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced production or prototype environment
• Willingness to learn new systems, tools, and processes while supporting continuous improvement
• Overhead crane and rigging experience
• Able to support a second shift schedule 2:00pm to 10:30 pm Monday through Friday

Preferred Skills

• Welding experience
• WABO certification

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Benefits

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)
• 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

Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.