About HelionWe 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 over $1 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors SoftBank and Lightspeed to propel us forward. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now operating Polaris, our next prototype on the path to the world's first fusion power plant. 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:You will lead the design and implementation of automated testing systems for capacitors and pallets used for energy storage in Helion's fusion generators. This role is critical to establishing in-house capabilities for high-voltage testing of pulse power systems. You will accelerate Helion's transition from rapid prototyping to generator mass manufacturing, delivering on Helion's mission of providing clean electricity for the planet. This is an onsite role that reports directly to the Senior Manager of Manufacturing at our Everett, WA office.You Will:Own Helion's proprietary testing systems and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and improve existing and new processes. The role may expand based on interests and performanceDevelop testing processes that enable high volume production of in-house capacitors, robust in-line and end-of-line testing, and accelerated qualification testing to validate new manufacturing processesDevelop in-depth technical understanding of high voltage testing processes and pulse power capacitorsWork across technical teams to deeply understand how Helion's Products are used within our pulsed power circuits to optimize test process for Helion's top-level generator goalsCreate electrical system architecture and work with designers to produce electrical schematics and installation drawingsDevelop testing programs, visualization and data collection systems for automated test boothsBuild data analysis tools to notify operations teams on process health and Key Performance Indicators (KPI)Partner with Design to iterate on design and improve Design for ManufacturabilitySupport integration of our factory MES system with testing equipmentTroubleshoot down equipment, establish root cause and implement solutions to prevent reoccurrenceCollaborate with peer engineers and external vendors on commissioning activities of new manufacturing equipment and linesRequired Skills:Bachelor's degree in engineering3+ years of manufacturing experience, including high-volume manufacturing processesExperience developing semi-automated or fully-automated production processesProficiency with test automation software including MatLab, LabView, and PythonFamiliarity with test automation protocols including SCPI and GPIBAbility to apply first-principles physics to evaluate and improve design requirements and assumptionsExperience working cross-functionally with design engineering, supply chain, and production teams#LI-ONSITE #LI-AM1Total Compensation and BenefitsHelion's compensation package includes a competitively benchmarked base salary, meaningful equity grants, and comprehensive benefits. Final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of your experience, qualifications, and our commitment to internal equity - ensuring fairness and transparency across our teams. We are committed to fostering a fair and equitable environment in every aspect of our operations, including compensation.This is an exempt salaried role.Annual Base Pay$123,000-$164,000 USDBenefitsOur 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.