Bachelor's, Master's, or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
8+ years of experience in power electronics and high voltage semiconductor design
Strong foundation in semiconductor physics, power electronics, and circuit design principles
Proven experience with rapid prototyping and development cycles in a high-tech environment
Background working with semiconductor fabricators to manufacture semiconductor devices
Proficiency with simulation tools and test equipment for power electronics
Responsibilities
Spearhead efforts to gather and utilize requirements for switching components and apply them toward design of physical products
Drive the design and development of novel pulsed power electronics components and systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of electrical, mechanical, and physics-based principles
Lead development cycles, including hands-on prototyping, small-scale testing, and large-scale performance validation
Conduct simulations, testing, and analysis to validate designs and iterate quickly using data-backed decision making
Stay informed on emerging semiconductor materials, device architectures, and industry trends
Document design processes, specifications, test results, and findings for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Benefits
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
Full Job Description
What You Will Be Doing:
You will drive the design and development of cutting-edge semiconductors for high-performance pulsed power systems used in Helion's fusion generators. You will work in a fast-paced environment to develop, test, and implement high-reliability, high-efficiency switching components, with a strong emphasis on rapid development cycles. You will report directly to our Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering, and this is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA office.
You Will:
Spearhead efforts to gather and utilize requirements for switching components and apply them toward design of physical products
Drive the design and development of novel pulsed power electronics components and systems, focusing on high-efficiency, high-reliability semiconductor solutions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of electrical, mechanical, and physics-based principles in semiconductor development
Lead development cycles, including hands-on prototyping, small-scale testing, and large-scale performance validation
Conduct simulations, testing, and analysis to validate designs and iterate quickly using data-backed decision making
Stay informed on emerging semiconductor materials, device architectures, and industry trends
Document design processes, specifications, test results, and findings for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Required Skills:
Bachelor's, Master's, or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
8+ years of experience in power electronics and high voltage semiconductor design
Strong foundation in semiconductor physics, power electronics, and circuit design principles
Proven experience with rapid prototyping and development cycles in a high-tech environment
Background working with semiconductor fabricators to manufacture semiconductor devices
Proficiency with simulation tools and test equipment for power electronics
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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
About Helion Energy
Helion Energy, Inc. is an American fusion research company, located in Everett, Washington. They are developing a magneto-inertial fusion technology to produce helium-3 and fusion power via aneutronic fusion.
