Senior Fluid Systems Technician at Helion in Everett, WA | USD37-51 | Kablio

Role

Description

machining

fabrication

fluid assembly

tube bending

system testing

harness build

Perform light machining and fabrication (lathe, mill, welding) to enable rapid prototyping and iteration
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and cleanliness standards across all fluid system operations
Lead assembly and integration of high-pressure fuel and vacuum fluid systems
Perform advanced tube bending, pipe fitting, orbital welding, and cleanroom assembly for critical fusion hardware
Drive continuous improvement in assembly efficiency, reliability, and maintainability
Collaborate with engineers to develop and refine work instructions, assembly procedures, and custom tooling/fixtures
Support system-level testing, including leak checks, pressure testing, and functional checkouts
Build and route electrical harnesses supporting integrated fluid and electromechanical systems
Mentor and coach technicians, developing their skills in precision assembly, harnessing, and fabrication
Guide troubleshooting efforts across mechanical, fluid, and electrical systems, providing root-cause analysis and corrective actions

Requirements

team lead

erp/cmms

cleanroom

leak detection

7+ years

tube bending

Experience leading a team of technicians and coordinating daily build activities
Knowledge of ERP/CMMS systems for managing work orders and inventory
Proficiency in cleanroom assembly and contamination control practices
Familiarity with leak detection methods (helium mass spectrometer, pressure decay, etc.)
7+ years of experience with fluid, vacuum, or cryogenic systems in aerospace, energy, or semiconductor industries
Demonstrated success in mentoring and training technicians
Proficiency in precision tube bending and pipe fitting
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents

Benefits

10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

100M °C

Plasma Temperature

Achieved a plasma temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius, a critical milestone in fusion energy.

$1B

VC Funding

Received over $1 billion in venture capital funding to support their fusion energy research and development.

$5B

Valuation

Valued at over $5 billion in their Series F funding round, reflecting strong investor confidence in their fusion technology.

50 MW

Power Plant

Aiming to deliver a 50 MW fusion-generated electricity plant by 2028, marking a significant step toward commercial fusion energy.

Pursues a bold vision: taming the power of stars on Earth through fusion energy.
Develops magneto-inertial fusion technology, merging plasma at extreme speeds and capturing energy directly.
Pioneers in aneutronic fusion, recycling byproducts to generate helium-3, a sustainable fuel source.
Shifts from lab-scale to industrial-scale fusion with the Polaris device, supported by legal agreements.
Aims for rapid iteration with reactor designs capable of one pulse per second, enabling modular fusion systems.

Culture + Values

Build with urgency
Take ownership
Execute rigorously
Deliver hard truths

Environment + Sustainability

$500M in 2021

Investment Figure

Raised $500 million in 2021 to accelerate the development of their net-electricity target device, Polaris.

100M°C

Plasma Temperature Achievement

Achieved a milestone by heating plasma to 100 million degrees Celsius in June 2021.

500 MWe

Fusion Plant Capacity

Partnered with Nucor to deploy a 500 MWe fusion plant, enabling zero-carbon baseload power for steelmaking.

Committed to generating zero‑carbon electricity from fusion
Pulsed non‑ignition fusion approach avoids steam turbines and cooling towers by direct electricity capture
Supporting right‑sized regulation to enable safe and rapid fusion deployment
Applied for nitrogen‑based fire suppression and borated‑polyethylene shielding for safety and environmental protection

Inclusion & Diversity

3.4/5 Rating

Glassdoor Employee Reviews

Reveals the company's inclusion and diversity initiatives based on employee feedback on Glassdoor.

4.4/5 for Men

Employee Inclusion Score

Indicates the level of inclusivity experienced by male employees.

4.7/5 for Non-disabled

Employee Inclusion Score

Reflects the high level of inclusivity experienced by non-disabled employees.

4.7/5 for Non-veterans

Employee Inclusion Score

Showcases the inclusive environment for employees who are not veterans.

Articles

Helion announces world’s first fusion energy purchase agreement with Microsoft

Helion Energy Breaks Ground on Site of Its Next‑Generation Fusion Facility in Everett, Washington

Helion | Building the world's first fusion power plant

Role

Description

machining

fabrication

fluid assembly

tube bending

system testing

harness build

Perform light machining and fabrication (lathe, mill, welding) to enable rapid prototyping and iteration
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and cleanliness standards across all fluid system operations
Lead assembly and integration of high-pressure fuel and vacuum fluid systems
Perform advanced tube bending, pipe fitting, orbital welding, and cleanroom assembly for critical fusion hardware
Drive continuous improvement in assembly efficiency, reliability, and maintainability
Collaborate with engineers to develop and refine work instructions, assembly procedures, and custom tooling/fixtures
Support system-level testing, including leak checks, pressure testing, and functional checkouts
Build and route electrical harnesses supporting integrated fluid and electromechanical systems
Mentor and coach technicians, developing their skills in precision assembly, harnessing, and fabrication
Guide troubleshooting efforts across mechanical, fluid, and electrical systems, providing root-cause analysis and corrective actions

Requirements

team lead

erp/cmms

cleanroom

leak detection

7+ years

tube bending

Experience leading a team of technicians and coordinating daily build activities
Knowledge of ERP/CMMS systems for managing work orders and inventory
Proficiency in cleanroom assembly and contamination control practices
Familiarity with leak detection methods (helium mass spectrometer, pressure decay, etc.)
7+ years of experience with fluid, vacuum, or cryogenic systems in aerospace, energy, or semiconductor industries
Demonstrated success in mentoring and training technicians
Proficiency in precision tube bending and pipe fitting
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents

Benefits

10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

100M °C

Plasma Temperature

Achieved a plasma temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius, a critical milestone in fusion energy.

$1B

VC Funding

Received over $1 billion in venture capital funding to support their fusion energy research and development.

$5B

Valuation

Valued at over $5 billion in their Series F funding round, reflecting strong investor confidence in their fusion technology.

50 MW

Power Plant

Aiming to deliver a 50 MW fusion-generated electricity plant by 2028, marking a significant step toward commercial fusion energy.

Pursues a bold vision: taming the power of stars on Earth through fusion energy.
Develops magneto-inertial fusion technology, merging plasma at extreme speeds and capturing energy directly.
Pioneers in aneutronic fusion, recycling byproducts to generate helium-3, a sustainable fuel source.
Shifts from lab-scale to industrial-scale fusion with the Polaris device, supported by legal agreements.
Aims for rapid iteration with reactor designs capable of one pulse per second, enabling modular fusion systems.

Culture + Values

Build with urgency
Take ownership
Execute rigorously
Deliver hard truths

Environment + Sustainability

$500M in 2021

Investment Figure

Raised $500 million in 2021 to accelerate the development of their net-electricity target device, Polaris.

100M°C

Plasma Temperature Achievement

Achieved a milestone by heating plasma to 100 million degrees Celsius in June 2021.

500 MWe

Fusion Plant Capacity

Partnered with Nucor to deploy a 500 MWe fusion plant, enabling zero-carbon baseload power for steelmaking.

Committed to generating zero‑carbon electricity from fusion
Pulsed non‑ignition fusion approach avoids steam turbines and cooling towers by direct electricity capture
Supporting right‑sized regulation to enable safe and rapid fusion deployment
Applied for nitrogen‑based fire suppression and borated‑polyethylene shielding for safety and environmental protection

Inclusion & Diversity

3.4/5 Rating

Glassdoor Employee Reviews

Reveals the company's inclusion and diversity initiatives based on employee feedback on Glassdoor.

4.4/5 for Men

Employee Inclusion Score

Indicates the level of inclusivity experienced by male employees.

4.7/5 for Non-disabled

Employee Inclusion Score

Reflects the high level of inclusivity experienced by non-disabled employees.

4.7/5 for Non-veterans

Employee Inclusion Score

Showcases the inclusive environment for employees who are not veterans.

Articles

Helion announces world’s first fusion energy purchase agreement with Microsoft

Helion Energy Breaks Ground on Site of Its Next‑Generation Fusion Facility in Everett, Washington

Helion | Building the world's first fusion power plant