What You Will Be Doing:As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer at Helion, you will define and drive the architecture of our manufacturing systems as we scale from prototype builds to high-volume production. You will own manufacturing system strategy, lead the development of custom equipment and production systems, and serve as a technical authority across Manufacturing, Design, and Production. This role operates in a highly ambiguous, first-of-a-kind environment and requires balancing near-term execution with long-term scalability across future production lines.
This is an onsite role that reports directly to Factory Development Manager at our Everett, WA, office.
You Will:- Define manufacturing system architecture and long-term scalability strategy across production lines and future factory builds
- Own and drive large-scale, cross-functional initiatives that shape how Helion designs, builds, and scales manufacturing systems
- Lead the development and commissioning of custom, precision manufacturing equipment and integrated production systems
- Identify and prioritize high-impact investments across equipment, automation, and factory capabilities to enable step-change improvements in scale
- Solve complex, ambiguous manufacturing challenges, making high-leverage technical decisions with company-wide impact
- Serve as a technical leader and mentor, influencing engineering direction and elevating execution across teams
Required Skills:- 12+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or production systems, ideally in high-volume or complex electromechanical environments
- Demonstrated ownership of manufacturing systems or production lines from concept through production ramp at scale
- Experience defining systems, processes, or architecture in ambiguous, first-of-a-kind environments
- Proven track record of leading large, cross-functional engineering initiatives with broad organizational impact
- Strong cross-functional leadership across Design Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Facilities
- Track record of influencing technical direction and mentoring engineers
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BenefitsOur 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
