Fuel Cycle Engineer at Helion Energy

Everett, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Energy, Fusion PowerIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or equivalent experience with strong fundamentals in process engineering. A minimum of 5 years of experience is required in delivering full-scope engineering projects, managing technical deliverables and schedules, and hands-on experience with chemical process simulation tools. Experience in conducting economic evaluations of engineering designs, including cost-benefit analysis, equipment sizing and cost estimation, and CapEx/OpEx forecasting, is also necessary. Proven ability to apply first-principles thinking and methodical problem-solving in complex engineering environments, along with demonstrated success working on and contributing to multidisciplinary engineering projects, is essential.

Responsibilities

The Fuel Cycle Engineer will develop and maintain in-house process simulation capabilities, including property libraries and sub-models for key unit operations. They will own fuel cycle process architecture and flowsheet design using steady-state and dynamic simulations to guide equipment sizing and system configuration. Responsibilities include validating and refining simulation models using data from pilot-scale operations, supporting detailed design and specification of process components, and producing high-quality engineering documentation such as PFDs, H&MBs, P&IDs, and technical reports. The engineer will also collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to implement and test process designs.

Skills

Process Modeling

Simulation

Process Design

System Integration

Data Analysis

Helion Energy

Develops commercial fusion energy generators

About Helion Energy

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 Energy's business model involves selling these fusion generators to industries and governments seeking sustainable energy solutions, while also securing funding from investors and government entities. What sets Helion apart from competitors is their unique combination of steady magnetic and inertial fusion techniques, which allows them to create fusion engines that are significantly more efficient in size, cost, and development time. The company's goal is to have a commercial fusion plant operational within six years, aiming to lead the future of clean energy.

Everett, WashingtonHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$567.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

EnergyIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401k

Parental leave

Life & disability insurance

PTO

Equity

Social events

Risks

Increased competition from Commonwealth Fusion Systems threatens Helion's market position.

Funding shortfall in the fusion industry may impact Helion's capital acquisition.

Emergence of cold fusion could disrupt Helion's hot fusion technology focus.

Differentiation

Helion's pulsed non-ignition technology offers low-cost, 24/7 power generation.

Fusion engines are 1,000 times smaller and 500 times cheaper than competitors'.

Helion addresses the Helium-3 crisis, crucial for computing and medical imaging.

Upsides

Helion aims to have a commercial fusion plant operational within six years.

OpenAI's interest in Helion's fusion power highlights potential for significant partnerships.

Helion's technology could replace current energy sources with limitless clean electricity.

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