Helion

Power Electronics Engineer

Job Description

Posted on: 
2025-11-29

The Power Electronics Engineer will support the core electrical energy management systems for fusion generators, focusing on high voltage electrical power systems and their operation.

Responsibilities

  • Design, test, troubleshoot, and support high voltage electrical power systems for pulsed magnetic coils.
  • Oversee design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of high-power electrical systems.
  • Develop electrical system architecture and produce electrical schematics and installation drawings.
  • Create cost-effective and reliable design solutions through a design review process.
  • Collaborate with operators during machine commissioning and throughout the lifetime of the machine.
  • Manage cost, schedule, and resource estimates for design, build, and delivery timelines.
  • Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques with standard benchtop tools.

Job Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in power electronics and complex electrical engineering problems.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
  • Experience in design, fabrication, installation, and testing of electrical systems.
  • Strong background with solid-state switching technologies and power electronic components.
  • Technical expertise in engineering concepts, principles, and project leadership experience.
  • Advanced skills in electronic troubleshooting and relevant software tools.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, LTSpice, SIMtrex/Simplis, Altium, and Matlab.
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