Helion

Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Job Description

Posted on: 
2025-09-03

Responsibilities

  • Grow and mentor a team of multidisciplinary mechanical engineers.
  • Oversee design of machine architecture, high-performance magnets, support structures, fuel systems, thermal management systems, and vacuum systems.
  • Drive schedule ownership and optimization across the team to accelerate milestones.
  • Lead design, analysis, and manufacturing process improvements to increase throughput.
  • Collaborate with Research, Science, Electrical, and Controls teams to derive requirements and meet program goals.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience, including 2+ years in an engineering management role.
  • Demonstrated ability to grow engineers and impact career development.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams with full-scope project ownership.
  • Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects with schedule accountability.
  • Hands-on exposure to multiple engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, and fluids.
  • Ability to apply engineering first-principles and structured problem-solving to technical challenges.
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