# R&D Engineer - Fusion Generator Operations at Helion

- Company: Helion
- What the company does: Helion is building the world's first fusion power plant to deliver clean, reliable, and abundant electricity to the grid. Backed by Lightspeed, Peak XV and SoftBank VF.
- Company website: https://helionenergy.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Everett, WA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $130K to $220K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-07-21
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/helion/cba60be8-430b-4f1c-8fb0-c3e79a43606f
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/helion-r-and-d-engineer-fusion-generator-operations/

## About the role

You will help operate and advance the most powerful, pulsed-fusion device ever constructed to generate electrical power. As a member of the Research and Development team, you will play a critical role in the safe, reliable, and repeatable operation of high-energy fusion systems. You will contribute to the execution of fusion experiments, system readiness, and continuous improvement of machine performance.

## What they're looking for

- B.S. with 4+ years of relevant experience, or M.S. with 2+ years of relevant experience in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- Extensive hands-on experience operating, maintaining, or improving high-vacuum chamber systems or high-voltage capacitor systems
- Experience owning system uptime, reliability, and performance, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Proven experience executing complex experiments or operations with a focus on repeatability, safety, and continuous improvement
- Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies and take ownership of operational systems
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond effectively to real-time issues with minimal supervision

Tags: Research & Development