Mechanical Engineer

The role

You will own the design and development of hardware for fusion devices. You will solve multidisciplinary engineering problems and collaborate with engineers and technicians.

What you will do

• Own and improve subsystem designs including electromagnetic, structural, fluid, thermal, and control systems
• Design novel hardware for testing and integration into fusion devices
• Design hardware in CAD software such as NX or SolidWorks
• Perform analysis using tools like ANSYS and lead design reviews
• Work hands-on with experienced technicians to build and implement hardware designs
• Troubleshoot hardware issues on integrated fusion generators

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 3+ years of professional experience delivering full-scope engineering projects, including schedule ownership
• Experience applying first-principles and method-based thinking to solve technical problems
• Hands-on exposure to multiple engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical, and fluids
• Advanced experience with CAD software (e.g., NX, SolidWorks)
• Experience with FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, FEMAP)

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. The company has raised $1.5 billion from investors to propel its fusion energy mission forward.