Construction Superintendent

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 $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'll drive the day-to-day execution of facility upgrades, site improvements, and maintenance projects at our Everett, WA headquarters—work that directly supports Helion's mission to build the world's first fusion power plant. This role blends hands-on expertise with project leadership, from coordinating internal trades to managing vendors and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards. As the onsite lead for infrastructure improvements, you'll work side by side with our real estate and facilities teams to deliver critical, high-visibility projects in a rapidly scaling environment. This is an onsite role, reporting directly to our Facilities Construction Manager.

You Will

• Coordinate daily activities of Helion’s facilities teams
• Oversee subcontractor performance across scope, schedule, and quality requirements
• Perform hands-on work as needed
• Operate effectively in highly ambiguous environments with limited drawings, specifications, or layout plans
• Manage site logistics for facility projects, including deliveries, equipment setup, and access control
• Develop and maintain written workplans and schedules to align resources and deadlines
• Enforce safety standards and ensure a clean, organized, and compliant work environment
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define project requirements and resolve field issues
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, punch lists, and completion checklists

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction or facilities management
• Experience managing internal crews and subcontractors on active job sites
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of facility electrical infrastructure and related trades
• Skilled with hand tools, shop equipment, and finishing tools
• Ability to coordinate work and resolve issues with internal teams and external vendors

Helion'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 a non-exempt hourly role.

Hourly Pay Rate

$61 - $78 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

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.