Manager of Controls Development Engineering

Join Helion as a Manager of Controls Development Engineering, where you will lead innovative projects in control systems design and development. You will oversee a team of skilled engineers, ensuring the successful execution of control strategies that enhance our cutting-edge technologies. Your expertise will help us achieve our mission of advancing clean en…

Join Helion Energy as an R&D Engineering Manager in Fusion Machine Operations, where you'll lead cutting-edge projects that advance the frontiers of fusion technology. This role involves overseeing the development, testing, and operational management of fusion machines, ensuring high performance and safety standards are met. You will collaborate with a talented team of engineers and scientists, driving innovation and efficiency in our research and development initiatives.

About Helion EnergyAt Helion Energy, we are pioneering the future of energy through fusion power. Located in Everett, WA, our goal is to construct the world's first fusion power plant, providing a sustainable source of clean electricity for everyone. Our vision is to create a future where energy is not only clean but also reliable and affordable.Since our inception in 2013, we have successfully raised over $1 billion from notable investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, along with significant contributions from SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our previous prototype, Trenta, achieved remarkable milestones, completing 10,000 high-power pulses and reaching plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype, which is pivotal to our mission of delivering clean fusion energy.Join us at this exciting juncture where you will face real-world challenges alongside a dedicated team that values urgency, rigor, and ownership. Together, we aim to revolutionize the energy landscape because the world cannot wait.

About Helion EnergyHelion Energy is at the forefront of the fusion power revolution, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our mission is to construct the world’s first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future filled with limitless clean electricity. Our vision encompasses a world where energy is not only clean and reliable but also affordable for all.Since our inception in 2013, we have secured over $1 billion in funding from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, along with recent investments from SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved 10,000 high-power pulses, reaching plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are operating Polaris, our next prototype on the journey towards the world’s first fusion power plant.This is an exciting moment to join Helion Energy. You will address real-world challenges alongside a team that values urgency, diligence, accountability, and a commitment to transparency – values that are crucial for achieving unprecedented milestones. Together, we will reshape the future of energy, as the world cannot afford to wait.

Join Helion Energy in Revolutionizing Clean EnergyHelion is a pioneering fusion power company located in Everett, WA, dedicated to creating the world’s first fusion power plant and enabling a future of limitless clean electricity. Our vision is to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone, reshaping the future of energy.Since our establishment in 2013, we have garnered over $1 billion from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, alongside new partners such as SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, successfully completed 10,000 high-power pulses and achieved plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are currently advancing with Polaris, our next prototype, as we strive towards our goal of establishing the world's first fusion power plant.Now is an exciting time to become part of Helion. You will face real-world challenges alongside a team that values urgency, rigor, accountability, and a commitment to uncovering hard truths—principles critical to achieving unprecedented milestones. Together, we will transform the future of energy because the world cannot afford to wait.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAs the Manager of Plant Control Engineering, you will cultivate and lead a multidisciplinary team that integrates physics, electrical design, software engineering, and operations—creating a cohesive platform that ensures the efficient operation of fusion machines, adapts to grid conditions, and evolves towards commercial reliability. This role is based on-site at our Everett, WA office and reports directly to the Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering.Key responsibilities include:Assemble and lead a diverse team of software, firmware, and electrical engineers to develop the complete control stack for a fusion power plant—from embedded controllers to supervisory automation and data pipelines.Oversee the plant-level control system, managing closed-loop control of essential subsystems (thermal management, grid interface, uptime management) and coordinating the supervisory layer that manages overall plant operations.Direct system design and implementation of both hardware and software for dependable, real-time control, ensuring consistent plant performance during both scheduled operations and dynamic grid events.Facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration among hardware owners, data analysts, and operations teams to translate machine capabilities and experimental objectives into robust, testable control logic.Create front-end control and visualization interfaces that promote both rapid experimental iterations and long-term automated operations.Design scalable back-end data systems that can effectively acquire and correlate signals across various operations.

Join Helion, a leader in innovative energy solutions, as a Manufacturing Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for enhancing manufacturing processes, reducing costs, and ensuring product quality. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering solutions that drive efficiency and effectiveness.

Join Helion as an Industrial Engineer where you will play a key role in optimizing our manufacturing processes and improving efficiency. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and refine systems that enhance productivity and quality.

About HelionHelion is a pioneering fusion power company located in Everett, WA, dedicated to realizing the vision of the world's first fusion power plant. Our mission is to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy for all, shaping a sustainable future.Since our inception in 2013, we have secured over $1 billion in funding from esteemed investors, including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, successfully completed 10,000 high-power pulses, achieving plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now advancing with Polaris, our next prototype on the journey toward a revolutionary fusion power plant.Joining Helion at this critical juncture means you will engage with a dynamic team that values urgency, rigor, accountability, and the courage to confront challenges head-on—essential qualities for achieving unprecedented milestones in energy innovation. Together, we will redefine the future of energy, because the world cannot afford to wait.

About HelionHelion is pushing the boundaries of energy production as a pioneering fusion power company located in Everett, WA. Our mission is to create the world's first fusion power plant, ushering in an era of limitless clean electricity. We envision a future where energy is not only clean and reliable but also affordable for all.Since our inception in 2013, we have successfully secured over $1 billion in funding from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, along with new partners such as SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved remarkable milestones, completing 10,000 high-power pulses and attaining plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are operating Polaris, the next step towards realizing the world’s first fusion power plant.Joining Helion at this critical juncture means confronting real-world challenges alongside a team that values urgency, rigor, ownership, and the courage to face hard truths. Together, we are committed to reshaping the future of energy; the world simply cannot wait.

Join Helion as a Principal RF Electrical Engineer and play a pivotal role in designing and developing innovative RF solutions. In this exciting position, you will lead projects from conception through execution, collaborating with a talented team of engineers to deliver cutting-edge technology. Your expertise will help shape the future of wireless communication.

About Helion Energy Inc.At Helion, we are at the forefront of the fusion energy revolution, based in Everett, WA. Our ambitious mission is to construct the world's first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future filled with limitless clean electricity. We envision a world where energy is clean, reliable, and accessible to everyone.Since our inception in 2013, Helion has successfully raised over $1 billion from esteemed investors, including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, along with new partners such as SoftBank and Lightspeed, to drive our progress. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are currently advancing with Polaris, our next prototype on the journey to realizing the first fusion power plant.Joining Helion now means becoming part of a pivotal team dedicated to solving real-world challenges. We are a collective that values urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to transparency—qualities that are essential in pioneering a new era in energy. Together, we can transform the future of energy because the world cannot afford to wait.Key Responsibilities:As a Supplier Development Engineer, you will collaborate closely with suppliers to optimize the production of components for our fusion generators. Your role will involve addressing technical challenges, enhancing our suppliers’ quality systems, and facilitating Helion's transition from rapid prototyping to large-scale generator manufacturing, thus furthering our mission to deliver clean energy to the globe. This position requires you to be onsite and will report directly to the Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering at our Everett, WA facility.Your Contributions Will Include:Collaborating with design engineers to fully understand the design intent of parts, assemblies, and subsystems.Evaluating suppliers’ manufacturing processes and quality systems to source components in conjunction with the procurement team.Supporting the product ramp from new product introduction to high-volume manufacturing.Defining technical and quality specifications for suppliers based on engineering and program requirements.Implementing and overseeing the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to promote efficient production.Ensuring suppliers comprehend submission requirements for documentation (e.g., first article inspection reports, quality documentation).Developing and approving process controls for critical characteristics.Recommending technical product enhancements to mitigate risks and minimize potential defects.Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization and innovation.

Join Helion Energy: Pioneering Fusion PowerAt Helion Energy, based in Everett, WA, we are on a mission to revolutionize the world's energy landscape by building the first-ever fusion power plant. Our vision is to create a future where clean, reliable, and affordable energy is accessible to all.Founded in 2013, we've successfully raised over $1 billion from esteemed investors, including Sam Altman and SoftBank, to advance our groundbreaking technologies. With our latest prototype, Polaris, we are achieving unprecedented results, including reaching plasma temperatures exceeding 100 million degrees Celsius. The time to join our mission is now, as we strive to bring fusion energy to the forefront of global power solutions.As part of our dynamic team, you will confront real-world challenges while embodying our core values of urgency, rigor, and accountability. Together, we will shape the future of energy because the world cannot afford to wait.Your Role and Responsibilities:As a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Network and Performance, you will take charge of the architecture and reliability of our communication networks, ensuring seamless connectivity between our fusion systems. You will design, validate, and implement networking solutions that guarantee deterministic control, precise time synchronization, high throughput, and fault tolerance across thousands of devices. Your expertise will be critical in evaluating and deploying advanced networking technologies that support safe and efficient machine operations.Collaboration is key in this role. You will work closely with security engineers to fortify our networks against potential threats, partner with electrical systems engineers to define system interfaces, and liaise with hardware and software teams to integrate networking requirements into the overall system architecture. This hands-on position will require you to configure switches, prototype innovative approaches, and conduct rigorous testing to ensure our plant-wide networking infrastructure is ready for future demands.This is an onsite position reporting directly to the Lead Electrical Engineer at our Everett, WA office.

About HelionHelion Energy, Inc. is at the forefront of innovation in clean energy, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our ambitious mission is to construct the world's first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future abundant in sustainable and affordable electricity. We envision a world where clean energy is accessible to all.Since our establishment in 2013, Helion has successfully attracted over $1 billion in funding from prominent investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed, driving us toward our goal. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved remarkable milestones, completing 10,000 high-power pulses and reaching plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype, on our journey to realizing the first fusion power plant.This is an exciting moment to join the Helion team. You will engage with real-world challenges alongside a group that values urgency, dedication, accountability, and the pursuit of hard truths—qualities essential for accomplishing unprecedented achievements in the energy sector. Together, we will revolutionize the future of energy, because the world cannot afford to wait.

Helion seeks a Principal Fuel Cycle Engineer based in Everett, WA. This position plays a key part in designing and refining fuel cycles for the company’s energy systems. The work closely aligns with Helion’s mission to advance sustainable energy technologies. Role overview This role focuses on shaping fuel cycle strategies and improving system performance. The Principal Fuel Cycle Engineer will contribute technical expertise to support the development of Helion’s energy solutions. Key responsibilities Design and optimize fuel cycles for Helion’s energy systems Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure alignment with sustainability goals Support ongoing efforts to develop advanced energy technologies Location This position is based in Everett, WA.

About HelionHelion is a pioneering fusion power company located in Everett, WA, dedicated to the ambitious goal of constructing the world’s first fusion power plant, which will usher in an era of limitless clean energy. Our vision is to provide clean, dependable, and affordable energy for all.Founded in 2013, Helion has secured over $1 billion in funding from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, alongside new partnerships with SoftBank and Lightspeed, enabling our forward momentum. Our latest prototype, Trenta, successfully executed 10,000 high-power pulses, achieving plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing our next prototype, Polaris, as we work toward realizing the world's inaugural fusion power plant.Joining Helion at this crucial juncture means engaging in real-world challenges alongside a team that values urgency, rigor, accountability, and a commitment to truth—values essential for achieving unprecedented goals. Together, we will revolutionize the energy landscape, as the world cannot afford to wait.Your Role:As the R&D Manager for Control Systems, you will oversee the team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our control and data acquisition systems. These systems play a critical role in managing high-voltage electrical test bays, plasma technology development machines, production manufacturing end-of-line testing, and various sizes of FRC plasma machines.Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the control systems for our pioneering power plant, Orion, with a focus on fostering collaboration with the Engineering department. You will report directly to the R&D Manager at our Everett, WA office.Key Responsibilities:Lead a team of controls engineers to ensure timely and successful delivery of diverse control and data acquisition systems across the organization.Cultivate and maintain effective cross-team collaborations, particularly concerning the buildout of the Orion machine.Anticipate and address potential technical and personnel challenges proactively.Support individual career development through effective leadership.Recruit and expand the team as necessary to fulfill its objectives.Advocate for the team’s needs to other managers and higher leadership.Collaborate with the team to establish, implement, and sustain coding standards and documentation practices.

About Helion EnergyHelion Energy is at the forefront of the fusion power revolution, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our mission is to construct the world's inaugural fusion power plant, paving the way for a future brimming with limitless clean electricity. We envision a world where energy is clean, dependable, and accessible to all.Since our inception in 2013, we have successfully raised over $1 billion from esteemed investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, along with recent backing from SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, has achieved remarkable milestones, completing 10,000 high-power pulses and reaching plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing our Polaris prototype, a crucial step toward realizing our vision of the first fusion power plant.This is an exciting moment to join Helion. You will engage with pressing real-world challenges alongside a team that values urgency, precision, accountability, and a commitment to candidness—qualities that are vital to achieving unprecedented accomplishments in the energy sector. Together, we are poised to transform the future of energy, because the world cannot afford to wait.

About HelionHelion is at the forefront of fusion power technology, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our mission is to create the world's first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future abundant in clean electricity. We envision a world where everyone has access to reliable, affordable, and clean energy.Since our inception in 2013, we have successfully raised over $1 billion from esteemed investors, including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved remarkable milestones, including 10,000 high-power pulses and plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype on the journey towards the world's first fusion power plant.Joining Helion at this critical juncture means you will face real-world challenges alongside a team dedicated to urgency, rigor, and honesty—values crucial for achieving unprecedented feats. Together, we can transform the energy landscape, as the world needs solutions now more than ever.

About HelionAt Helion, we are pioneering the future of energy as a leading fusion power company located in Everett, WA. Our mission is to create the world's first fusion power plant, which will provide limitless clean electricity. We envision a future where energy is clean, reliable, and affordable for everyone.Since our inception in 2013, we have successfully attracted over $1 billion from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, alongside newcomers such as SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, achieved an impressive milestone of 10,000 high-power pulses, reaching plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype on the journey towards realizing the world's first fusion power plant.This is an exciting time to join Helion. You will have the opportunity to address significant challenges as part of a team that values urgency, precision, accountability, and the courage to communicate hard truths—attributes crucial for accomplishing unprecedented feats. Together, we will redefine the future of energy because the world cannot afford to wait.

About HelionHelion is at the forefront of fusion energy technology, based in Everett, WA. Our mission is to create the world’s first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future filled with limitless clean electricity. We envision a world where energy is not only clean and reliable but also affordable for everyone.Founded in 2013, Helion has successfully secured over $1 billion in funding from esteemed investors, including Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, along with new backers like SoftBank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Trenta, has completed an impressive 10,000 high-power pulses, achieving plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype, on our journey towards the world’s first fusion power facility.Joining Helion at this pivotal moment means you will face exciting real-world challenges alongside a dedicated team that values urgency, rigor, ownership, and transparency—principles essential for achieving groundbreaking advancements in energy. Together, we are set to redefine the future of energy, as the world cannot afford to wait.Your Role:As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing the production process of in-house capacitors. This unique opportunity allows you to work collaboratively with teams across Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, and Test Operations. Your contributions will directly impact the commissioning timeline for Helion’s inaugural power plant and be instrumental in our transition to generator mass-manufacturing. This position is based onsite and reports directly to the Director of Capacitor Manufacturing at our Everett, WA facility.Key Responsibilities:Design and implement rate-based assembly processes with assistance from Production and Engineering.Lead interdisciplinary projects aimed at enhancing the rate and throughput of the capacitor production line (including floor layout, tooling, build cells, and large-scale equipment).Contribute to the development of new business processes such as non-conformance management, process control, process safety, and asset maintenance to support production growth and establish a foundation for high-volume manufacturing.Analyze data (labor hours, cycle times, and fallout) to identify production bottlenecks and propose solutions (design changes, process modifications, equipment upgrades, and automation).Identify high-return capabilities, including capital equipment and software enhancements that improve manufacturing processes, collaborating with Production, Finance, Operations, and Facilities teams.Work in collaboration on the development of future processes while simultaneously supporting and enabling higher output on current manufacturing lines.

About HelionHelion is at the forefront of fusion power innovation, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our mission is to create the world's first fusion power plant, which will pave the way for a future with limitless clean electricity. We envision a world where energy is clean, reliable, and affordable for everyone.Founded in 2013, Helion has successfully raised over $1 billion from esteemed investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, as well as new partners such as SoftBank and Lightspeed, to drive our advancements. Our latest prototype, Trenta, has achieved 10,000 high-power pulses with plasma temperatures reaching 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are operating Polaris, our next-generation prototype, as we progress towards realizing the world’s first fusion power plant.Joining Helion now means becoming part of a critical juncture in the energy transition. You will work alongside a team that values urgency, rigor, accountability, and the delivery of straightforward truths—principles that are vital for achieving unprecedented goals. Together, we will revolutionize the energy landscape because the world cannot afford to wait.Your Role:As the Fuel Cycle Engineering Lead at Helion, you will spearhead a diverse team of engineers tasked with designing and implementing the fuel cycle systems vital for Orion, our advanced fusion power plant. You will establish the technical trajectory for crucial fuel cycle technologies encompassing various separation, vacuum, and cryogenic processes, ensuring their flawless integration into Orion and subsequent fusion platforms. Furthermore, you will enhance Helion's efforts to mitigate risks by identifying and managing projects that address key technological challenges and exploring new fuel cycle methodologies.Your Responsibilities:Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team responsible for the architecture, design, procurement, installation, and validation of Orion’s fuel cycle systems.Collaborate closely with Fuel Cycle Operations and R&D teams to drive design risk reduction through testing and validating assumptions on in-house pilot scale systems and the Polaris prototype.Engage in cross-functional collaboration with Special Projects, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, and broader engineering teams to define interface requirements and ensure fully integrated system designs.Identify critical technology risks and lead projects to mitigate them, facilitating the strategic execution and expansion of Helion’s fuel cycle capabilities.