
R&D Engineer (m/w/d)

Helion Energy
Company Overview
Helion Energy
Everett, WA, United States
2013
Business Model
Energy
Development of fusion energy technology
Funding from investors, government grants, and partnerships
Locations & Geography
United States
Company Culture
Their mission is to develop clean, limitless energy through fusion technology.
They promote a collaborative and innovative work environment.
They offer opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
Activities & Projects
They are currently working on the Polaris project, which aims to demonstrate net energy gain from fusion.
Helion Energy is innovating in the field of plasma physics and magnetic confinement.
They focus on sustainable energy solutions that minimize environmental impact.
Career Opportunities
Typical job openings include roles in engineering, research, and operations.
They offer competitive salaries, health benefits, and a flexible work schedule.
Contact Information
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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 over $600 million from investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group 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).
Now we are working toward Polaris, which will be the first machine to demonstrate electricity from fusion, making this a great time to join Helion! Bring your skills, experiences, and determination to make a difference in the world. Together, we can make a future with unlimited clean electricity from fusion a reality.
What You Will Be Doing
We are looking for an engineer with experience working with plasmas to join the Test Operations team. As an R&D Engineer, you will help design and operate experimental facilities focused on the development of plasma technologies to improve our FRC fusion performance. You will work in our FRC pre-ionization development area. You will report to our Fusion Test Lead at our Everett, WA office.
You Will
- Install and operate high density plasma generation systems (e.g. helicon, ECR, ringing theta)
- Design, install, and operate experimental diagnostics, including plasma diagnostics
- Provide design and test engineering support of vacuum systems, gaseous fuel systems, high-voltage power electronics, and data acquisition systems
- Prepare experimental test plans and procedures, and present at test readiness reviews
- Maintain experimental facilities and related support equipment such as vacuum systems, gas fueling systems, high-voltage power electronics, data acquisition systems, and diagnostics
- Develop and validate technical specifications to comply with project requirements
- Analyze diagnostic test data, write reports, and present results
- Use critical reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of different technical solutions
- Work with members of other teams to develop technical solutions
Required Skills
- B.S. or M.S in Aerospace engineering, physics, or related field of study and 3+ years of experience with experimental plasma physics in hands-on environment
- Experience working with magnetized vacuum plasmas, e.g. thrusters, helicon sources, nuclear fusion experimental plasmas
- Hands-on hardware experience with vacuum systems, high pressure gas flow systems, plasma diagnostics, HV pulsed power systems, and data acquisition systems
- Experience in the design, build, and test approach of seeing a technical project through from conception to completion
- Demonstrated ability and desire to rapidly learn new systems
- Demonstrated experience taking on complex problems, defining and accomplishing challenging objectives with minimal guidance
- Experience scripting data analysis routines in a common language (e.g. Matlab, Python, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively as a member of a team
Compensation and Benefits
At Helion, we are committed to fostering a fair and equitable environment in every aspect of our operations, including compensation. We ensure all our roles are competitively benchmarked and our total compensation package includes a base salary, comprehensive benefits, and equity grants, giving you a true stake in Helion's success. Final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of your experience, qualifications, and our commitment to maintaining internal equity, ensuring fairness and transparency across our teams.
This is an exempt salaried role.
Annual Base Pay
$115,000 - $170,000 USD
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
NOTE: Underrepresented people are less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of the job's requirements. We believe in hiring people, not checklists, and encourage you to apply even if you do not check all of the boxes. If this job isn't the one, we have many other openings that may be a fit.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. If we reach out to you to begin an interview process, we will also ask if you require any reasonable accommodation at that time.
About the role
July 1, 2025
On-site
USD 115k–170k yearly
- Everett, United States
3+ years in experimental plasma physics
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