Helion
Senior Semiconductor Device Engineer
Everett, WA. Posted 22 days ago
The role
You will drive the design and development of cutting-edge semiconductors for high-performance pulsed power systems used in fusion generators. You will develop, test, and implement high-reliability, high-efficiency switching components.
What you will do
- Gather and utilize requirements for switching components and apply them toward design of physical products
- Drive the design and development of novel pulsed power electronics components and systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of electrical, mechanical, and physics-based principles
- Lead development cycles including hands-on prototyping, small-scale testing, and large-scale performance validation
- Conduct simulations, testing, and analysis to validate designs
- Stay informed on emerging semiconductor materials, device architectures, and industry trends
- Document design processes, specifications, test results, and findings
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in power electronics and high voltage semiconductor design
- Strong foundation in semiconductor physics, power electronics, and circuit design principles
- Proven experience with rapid prototyping and development cycles in a high-tech environment
- Background working with semiconductor fabricators to manufacture semiconductor devices
- Proficiency with simulation tools and test equipment for power electronics
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
About the company
Helion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant. Since its founding in 2013, it has raised $1.5 billion from various investors.