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Helion Energy

Inspection Supervisor

Everett, WA · On-site

$111K - $140K/yr

Track inspection throughput, identify process bottlenecks, and coordinate cross-functional solutions with engineering and production leadership Required Skills * 3-5 years of supervisory experience ...

Federal Railroad Administration

WI

$89K/yr

Knowledge of railroad track system construction, maintenance, testing, or inspection techniques; * Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of various track system configurations; AND

Federal Railroad Administration

WI

$89K/yr

Knowledge of railroad track system construction, maintenance, testing, or inspection techniques; * Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of various track system configurations; AND

Department of Transportation

WI · On-site

$89K/yr

Knowledge of railroad track system construction, maintenance, testing, or inspection techniques; * Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of various track system configurations; AND

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for track inspection in the United States is $28.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTrack InspectionTrack Maintenance Worker
Primary RoleInspect and assess the condition of railway tracks for safety and compliancePerform repairs, replacements, and upkeep of railway tracks and related infrastructure
Required CertificationsRailway safety certifications, inspection trainingTrack repair and maintenance certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, on or near tracks, often in variable weatherOutdoor and indoor work, on tracks or in maintenance facilities
Employer & Industry UsageRailroads, transit agencies, infrastructure companiesRailroads, construction firms, maintenance contractors

While both roles focus on railway infrastructure, Track Inspection primarily involves assessing track conditions to ensure safety, whereas Track Maintenance Workers perform the necessary repairs and upkeep. Both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Inspection Supervisor

Inspection Supervisor

Helion Energy

Everett, WA • On-site

$111K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors SoftBank and Lightspeed to propel us forward. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now operating Polaris, our next prototype on the path to the world's first fusion power plant.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths - values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
You will lead and develop a team of Inspectors responsible for ensuring the quality, compliance, and readiness of components and assemblies across Helion's production and development programs. In this role, you will manage daily inspection priorities and workflows, uphold rigorous quality and safety standards, and partner closely with Design Engineers, Building Reliability Engineers, Production Teams to ensure consistent inspection coverage and reliability throughout the product lifecycle. This is an onsite role reporting to a Production Manager at our Everett, WA office.
You Will:
  • Champion a culture of safety, quality, and technical rigor by ensuring adherence to build standards
  • Supervise day-to-day operations of Inspection teams - including scheduling, staffing, and shift coordination to maintain required coverage
  • Partner with Design, Build Reliability, Manufacturing, and Supplier Development Engineering teams to implement, improve, and sustain inspection processes, tooling, measurement methods, and documentation systems
  • Monitor team performance, provide coaching and feedback, and drive professional development within the inspection team
  • Lead hardware containments in collaboration with Build Reliability and Production team
  • Partner with the Production Training organization to lead development of inspector training and certification programs
  • Track inspection throughput, identify process bottlenecks, and coordinate cross-functional solutions with engineering and production leadership

Required Skills
  • 3-5 years of supervisory experience, ideally within inspection, quality assurance, production, or R&D environments
  • Familiarity with mechanical/electrical inspection practices, measurement tools, and quality/safety protocols
  • Proven ability to hire, lead, and develop technical teams in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment
  • Strong organizational and communication skills with demonstrated experience managing schedules and priorities across shifts
  • Skilled in collaborating with Engineers, Supervisors, and cross-functional partners to maintain operational excellence

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Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
• 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 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 (up to 16 weeks)
• Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.

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