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 Engineering Technician to develop and maintain Helion's fusion generators and maintenance process, procedures, and tooling. You will help develop hardware, lead full-scale builds, and coach fellow technicians on the Build Team. You will report directly to our Build Manager at our Everett, WA campus. You Will: - Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and managers to design, assemble, test, and troubleshoot electromechanical systems and fixtures - Design and fabricate fixtures and jigs to aid in the assembly/repair of electromechanical components - Own process development and work instruction creation for energy bank maintenance - Design, build, and perform mechanical and electrical tests on parts and assemblies - Ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout the production process - Be able to squat, reach, climb, and stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50lbs Required Skills: - 3+ years of experience as a Mechanical or Electrical Technician - Experience using light fabrication tools (power tools, mills, lathes, etc.) - Experience with CAD modeling - Read and understand technical drawings, manuals, and reports - Efficient use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook for clear documentation and communication. Bonus Skills: - Experience designing parts/fixtures in CAD software 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.