Director of Electrical Engineering at Helion Energy

At Helion, we are on a mission to bring clean, reliable, and affordable energy to the world by building the first fusion power plant. Since our founding in 2013, we have secured over $600 million in funding from visionary investors to push the boundaries of energy technology. Our prototype, Trenta, has already achieved remarkable milestones, including reaching plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius. We are now focused on Polaris, our next machine designed to demonstrate electricity from fusion. If you are ready to apply your expertise to one of the most important challenges of our time, we want you on our team.

Role at a glance

We are looking for a Director of Electrical Engineering to join us in Everett, Washington. This is a full-time, on-site leadership position for an experienced professional who is ready to take ownership of our electrical systems. You will play a pivotal role in our journey toward commercial fusion energy by guiding our engineering strategy and execution.

Your impact

• Build and lead a world-class engineering team, fostering a culture of technical rigor and rapid execution.
• Oversee the end-to-end development of high-energy pulsed-power circuits and low-voltage support systems.
• Drive the development of custom semiconductor devices and grid tie-in hardware while creating a roadmap for scalable, cost-effective mass production.

What you'll need

We are seeking a leader who combines technical depth with a passion for solving complex, multidisciplinary problems. You should be comfortable working in English and possess the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, with at least 10 years of professional experience and 5 years in an engineering management role.
• A proven track record of taking complex projects from initial concept through to deployment.
• Hands-on experience across various electrical disciplines, such as silicon design or pulsed power.
• The ability to apply first-principles thinking to overcome difficult technical hurdles.
• Experience scaling complex systems while maintaining a lean, high-velocity team.

Perks and compensation

The salary range for this position is $220,000 to $270,000. Beyond the base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Generous paid time off, including 31 days of PTO, 13 paid holidays, and a company-wide winter break.
• A 401k plan with up to 5% employer matching.
• Disability and life insurance coverage.
• Paid parental leave and support for up to 16 weeks.
• An annual wellness stipend.