Senior Semiconductor Device Engineer
Helion•Everett, WA
•$250,000 - $290,000•Onsite
About The Position
Helion is seeking a Senior Semiconductor Device Engineer to drive the design and development of advanced semiconductors for high-performance pulsed power systems used in its fusion generators. The role focuses on developing, testing, and implementing high-reliability, high-efficiency switching components through rapid development cycles. The engineer will work onsite at Helion’s Everett, Washington office and report directly to the Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- At least 8 years of experience in power electronics and high-voltage semiconductor design.
- Strong foundation in semiconductor physics, power electronics, and circuit design principles.
- Proven experience with rapid prototyping and development cycles in a high-tech environment.
- Background working with semiconductor fabricators to manufacture semiconductor devices.
- Proficiency with simulation tools and test equipment for power electronics.
Responsibilities
- Gather and apply requirements for switching components to the design of physical products.
- Design and develop pulsed power electronics components and systems, with a focus on high-efficiency, high-reliability semiconductor solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical, mechanical, and physics-based principles into semiconductor development.
- Lead development cycles, including hands-on prototyping, small-scale testing, and large-scale performance validation.
- Conduct simulations, testing, and analysis to validate designs and iterate using data-backed decision-making.
- Stay informed about emerging semiconductor materials, device architectures, and industry trends.
- Document design processes, specifications, test results, and findings for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
- 31 days of PTO: 21 vacation days and 10 sick days.
- 10 paid holidays, plus a company-wide winter break.
- Up to 5% employer 401(k) match.
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Paid parental leave and support of up to 16 weeks.
- Annual wellness stipend.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
