Oklo
Mechatronics Engineer
Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a
Mechatronics Engineer
to join our nuclear fuel recycling engineering team.
Position Description The
mechatronics engineer
is responsible for designing
automated systems and robotic material‑handling equipment
for remote‑operated processes in radiological hot cells for the Oklo Fuel Recycling Facility. Day‑to‑day activities will include system design, CAD modeling, requirements generation, and eventual prototyping and integration of augmentation into various systems. This role involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams including facility design, chemical engineering, pyroprocessing, instrumentation and controls, software engineering, process modeling, quality assurance, and licensing.
Specific Responsibilities
Designing robotic and electromechanical systems for remote handling of materials in high‑temperature, high‑corrosion, and high‑radiation environments
Defining architecture, specifications, control logic, and performance criteria for automated material‑handling and process systems
Integrating automation hardware, sensors, and control systems for reliable unmanned operations
Serving as technical lead for automation and handling systems across their lifecycle
Developing documentation to guide fabrication, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of automated equipment
Generating technical documentation for regulatory filings and internal knowledge capture
Building, testing, and iterating on prototypes for automation and handling subsystems
Writing clear, concise reports and communicating results across disciplines
Ideal Candidate Attributes
Passionate about clean energy and advanced fission
Proficient in 2D/3D modeling and CAD for mechanical and robotic systems
Experienced with electromechanical systems, controls, and automation integration
Energized by prototyping and deploying real‑world hardware
Creative and persistent when tackling novel engineering challenges
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, highly iterative startup environment
A strong communicator, both in technical writing and in collaborative discussions
Who You Are
A startup person: You’re not driven by titles or hierarchy, prefer efficiency to excess process, and thrive with limited guidance.
Motivated: You are self‑motivated and bring enthusiasm to the team.
A team‑player: You value collaboration and ownership of shared success.
An excellent communicator: You can convey complex ideas clearly and upbeatly.
Creative: You invent solutions for open‑ended problems day‑by‑day.
Detail‑oriented: You maintain high standards in grammar, spelling, and quality.
Minimum Qualifications
Engineering education in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or related discipline
5 to 10 years’ experience with
automation or robotic system design
Expert proficiency with CAD software
Broad familiarity with engineering principles and strong systems integration intuition
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with robotic arms, conveyors, or other automated handling systems
Experience designing for remote or hazardous environments
Experience with radiological hot cell environments
Experience with high‑temperature (>500 °C) equipment design
Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and robotics programming
Knowledge of GD&T and design for manufacturing
Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, ROS, MATLAB/Simulink)
Background in nuclear, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical industries with automated systems
Experience deploying or working on pilot plants or unmanned manufacturing systems
Work Arrangements Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, including attendance at team meetings, off‑sites, and other company events or gatherings.
Compensation $100,000–$175,000 (dependent on experience)
Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401k, health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.
About Oklo Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy. Oklo was the first to receive a site use permit from the U.S. Department of Energy for a commercial advanced fission plant, was awarded fuel material from Idaho National Laboratory, and submitted the first custom combined license application for an advanced reactor to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories.
#CHOP: Oklo’s Values
Collaboration : We go further, together. We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect. We work across disciplines, sharing ownership to turn complex challenges into shared successes.
Humility : We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world. We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition.
Ownership : We take pride in what we do and how we do it. We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through to completion. We are committed to delivering on our promises to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy.
Pathfinding : We chart new ground where no path exists by approaching challenges with curiosity, courage, and creativity while navigating ambiguity.
Application Process We are looking to fill this position immediately! If you are interested, please submit your résumé and cover letter. Oklo is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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Mechatronics Engineer
to join our nuclear fuel recycling engineering team.
Position Description The
mechatronics engineer
is responsible for designing
automated systems and robotic material‑handling equipment
for remote‑operated processes in radiological hot cells for the Oklo Fuel Recycling Facility. Day‑to‑day activities will include system design, CAD modeling, requirements generation, and eventual prototyping and integration of augmentation into various systems. This role involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams including facility design, chemical engineering, pyroprocessing, instrumentation and controls, software engineering, process modeling, quality assurance, and licensing.
Specific Responsibilities
Designing robotic and electromechanical systems for remote handling of materials in high‑temperature, high‑corrosion, and high‑radiation environments
Defining architecture, specifications, control logic, and performance criteria for automated material‑handling and process systems
Integrating automation hardware, sensors, and control systems for reliable unmanned operations
Serving as technical lead for automation and handling systems across their lifecycle
Developing documentation to guide fabrication, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of automated equipment
Generating technical documentation for regulatory filings and internal knowledge capture
Building, testing, and iterating on prototypes for automation and handling subsystems
Writing clear, concise reports and communicating results across disciplines
Ideal Candidate Attributes
Passionate about clean energy and advanced fission
Proficient in 2D/3D modeling and CAD for mechanical and robotic systems
Experienced with electromechanical systems, controls, and automation integration
Energized by prototyping and deploying real‑world hardware
Creative and persistent when tackling novel engineering challenges
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, highly iterative startup environment
A strong communicator, both in technical writing and in collaborative discussions
Who You Are
A startup person: You’re not driven by titles or hierarchy, prefer efficiency to excess process, and thrive with limited guidance.
Motivated: You are self‑motivated and bring enthusiasm to the team.
A team‑player: You value collaboration and ownership of shared success.
An excellent communicator: You can convey complex ideas clearly and upbeatly.
Creative: You invent solutions for open‑ended problems day‑by‑day.
Detail‑oriented: You maintain high standards in grammar, spelling, and quality.
Minimum Qualifications
Engineering education in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or related discipline
5 to 10 years’ experience with
automation or robotic system design
Expert proficiency with CAD software
Broad familiarity with engineering principles and strong systems integration intuition
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with robotic arms, conveyors, or other automated handling systems
Experience designing for remote or hazardous environments
Experience with radiological hot cell environments
Experience with high‑temperature (>500 °C) equipment design
Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and robotics programming
Knowledge of GD&T and design for manufacturing
Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, ROS, MATLAB/Simulink)
Background in nuclear, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical industries with automated systems
Experience deploying or working on pilot plants or unmanned manufacturing systems
Work Arrangements Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, including attendance at team meetings, off‑sites, and other company events or gatherings.
Compensation $100,000–$175,000 (dependent on experience)
Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401k, health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.
About Oklo Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy. Oklo was the first to receive a site use permit from the U.S. Department of Energy for a commercial advanced fission plant, was awarded fuel material from Idaho National Laboratory, and submitted the first custom combined license application for an advanced reactor to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories.
#CHOP: Oklo’s Values
Collaboration : We go further, together. We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect. We work across disciplines, sharing ownership to turn complex challenges into shared successes.
Humility : We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world. We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition.
Ownership : We take pride in what we do and how we do it. We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through to completion. We are committed to delivering on our promises to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy.
Pathfinding : We chart new ground where no path exists by approaching challenges with curiosity, courage, and creativity while navigating ambiguity.
Application Process We are looking to fill this position immediately! If you are interested, please submit your résumé and cover letter. Oklo is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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