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Supplier Development Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Updated on 9/13/2024

Helion Energy

Helion Energy

201-500 employees

Develops commercial fusion energy generators

Hardware
Energy
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$147k - $190kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Mid

Everett, WA, USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience with mechanical systems (e.g., machining, assembly, and fabrication)
  • Experience managing external suppliers
  • Knowledge of supplier quality processes (e.g., production part approval process, advanced product quality planning, first article inspection reports)
  • Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods (e.g., design of experiments, Six Sigma)
  • Experience with quality systems (ISO 9000 / TS)
  • Able to travel up to 50% of the time
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with design engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge of part, assembly, and sub-system design intent
  • Assess supplier’s manufacturing processes and quality systems to source parts (in partnership with procurement team)
  • Support product ramp from new product introduction through high-volume manufacturing
  • Define supplier technical and quality requirements based on engineer and program requirements
  • Implement and monitor the production part approval process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to enable rate production
  • Ensure suppliers understand requirements for document submissions (e.g., first article inspection reports, quality documentation)
  • Develop and approve process controls for critical characteristics
  • Recommend technical product improvements to reduce risk and potential defect opportunities
  • Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends, systemic performance gaps to improve plans
  • Coordinate between suppliers, engineers, buyers, and production to resolve supplier quality issues
  • Guide supplier corrective actions associated with escapes or containments identified in production or the supply chain
  • Improve the supply chain
  • Help build the supplier quality program and team at Helion
  • Develop quality standards

Helion Energy focuses on developing fusion generators to make fusion energy commercially viable. Their fusion generators are designed to be smaller, cheaper, and faster to produce compared to existing technologies. The company utilizes pulsed accelerator technology, which is essential for addressing the Helium-3 crisis, a critical element for modern computing and clean energy. Helion's team consists of experienced entrepreneurs and scientists who have created award-winning prototypes that are seen as promising in the fusion energy sector. Unlike competitors, Helion combines steady magnetic and inertial fusion techniques, resulting in fusion engines that are significantly more efficient—1,000 times smaller, 500 times cheaper, and 10 times faster to develop. The goal is to have a commercial fusion plant operational within six years, aiming to lead in sustainable energy solutions.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Everett, Washington

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

43%

2 year growth

188%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Helion Energy's goal to have a commercial fusion plant operational within six years positions them as a potential leader in the next generation of energy solutions.
  • Significant investments, including $612 million in venture capital and potential additional funding of $1.8 billion, reflect strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • Partnerships with major entities like OpenAI and Nucor highlight the company's influence and potential for large-scale commercial success.

What critics are saying

  • The fusion energy sector is highly competitive and technologically challenging, which could delay Helion's timeline for commercial viability.
  • Dependence on substantial funding and grants means financial stability could be at risk if milestones are not met.

What makes Helion Energy unique

  • Helion Energy's fusion generators are designed to be 1,000 times smaller, 500 times cheaper, and 10 times faster to develop than existing technologies, setting them apart in the fusion energy sector.
  • Their unique pulsed accelerator technology addresses the Helium-3 crisis, which is crucial for modern computing and advanced medical imaging, giving them a competitive edge.
  • The combination of steady magnetic and inertial fusion in their approach leverages recent advancements in high-power electronics, offering a more efficient and scalable solution compared to traditional methods.

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401k

Parental leave

Life & disability insurance

PTO

Equity

Social events