Director of Electrical Engineering

✨ About The Role

- The Director of Electrical Engineering will be responsible for owning electrical systems for Helion's fusion generators, with a focus on delivering clean, low-cost, and reliable electricity to the world - Key responsibilities include managing high-energy pulsed-power circuits, low-voltage support systems, and custom semiconductor devices to accelerate Helion's development of fusion energy - The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve generator performance and reliability, as well as developing a roadmap for mass production optimized for scalability and cost - The position offers a unique opportunity to lead a world-class engineering team, set standards for design and innovation, and contribute to making unlimited clean electricity from fusion a reality - Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical engineering, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for solving challenging multidisciplinary problems in a fast-paced environment

⚡ Requirements

- Experienced engineering professional with a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, including 5 years in engineering management - Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept to deployment, with a focus on speed of execution and technical rigor - Skilled in managing and mentoring a diverse team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence - Proficient in various electrical disciplines such as silicon design and pulsed power, with a track record of scaling complex systems efficiently - Strong analytical skills and ability to apply engineering first-principles to solve challenging problems