Oklo
Mechanical Analyst Engineer - Process Automation Santa Clara, CA or Remote
Oklo, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
Mechanical Analyst Engineer - Process Automation
Santa Clara, CA or Remote
Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Mechanical Analyst – FEA Automation & Tool Development to join our engineering team.
Position Description: Specific responsibilities may include:
Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural performance, stress, fatigue, and failure modes.
Automate analysis workflows and engineering processes using scripting and software tools (Python preferred).
Develop clear, concise, and technically sound documentation of engineering methodologies, analysis results, and design justifications.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including design, manufacturing, quality, and test engineering, to drive design decisions and ensure robust product development.
Support the creation and refinement of product requirements.
Plan and execute validation and verification activities, including designing and overseeing physical test programs to validate engineering assumptions and design requirements.
Interpret and apply engineering standards and codes relevant to product design and analysis.
Passionate about advancing clean energy technologies, with a strong belief in the potential of next‑generation fission.
Well‑versed in structural mechanics, design principles, and analytical methods—across both simulation and practical applications.
Eager to contribute to a high‑performing engineering team, open to feedback, and committed to continuous technical growth.
Quick to learn and unafraid to question assumptions—ready to explore unconventional approaches to complex challenges.
Comfortable navigating the pace, ambiguity, and evolution of an innovative startup environment.
Brings a thoughtful, systems‑level perspective to mechanical problems—balancing creativity, rigor, and first‑principles thinking.
Communicates technical analyses clearly and concisely, with strong writing skills and a modern, active voice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's in engineering (e.g., mechanical, aerospace, or related field).
Proven experience in structural analysis using FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar).
Strong programming skills for automation—preferably Python, with good software development practices.
Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical documentation and reports.
Experience developing and managing product requirements and associated test and verification plans.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
Bonus Qualifications:
Master's or PhD in engineering.
Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Section III, division 1 or 5; Section VIII, division 1 or 2).
Experience with nuclear‑specific code cases.
Familiarity with configuration management and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN, etc.).
Who you are:
A startup person: You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You self‑motivate, bring enthusiasm, and focus on the team’s vision.
A team‑player: You value shared ownership and avoid blaming others.
An excellent communicator: Clear, upbeat, and technically competent.
Creative: Able to identify gaps and invent solutions without micromanagement, enjoying open‑ended problem solving.
Detail‑oriented: Strong grammar and spelling for high‑quality communication.
Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, as business or team needs dictate, including attendance at team meetings, off‑sites, and other company events.
Salary may fall outside of the range provided and will depend on applicant experience.
Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401(k), health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.
About Oklo Inc.
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.
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Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Mechanical Analyst – FEA Automation & Tool Development to join our engineering team.
Position Description: Specific responsibilities may include:
Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural performance, stress, fatigue, and failure modes.
Automate analysis workflows and engineering processes using scripting and software tools (Python preferred).
Develop clear, concise, and technically sound documentation of engineering methodologies, analysis results, and design justifications.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including design, manufacturing, quality, and test engineering, to drive design decisions and ensure robust product development.
Support the creation and refinement of product requirements.
Plan and execute validation and verification activities, including designing and overseeing physical test programs to validate engineering assumptions and design requirements.
Interpret and apply engineering standards and codes relevant to product design and analysis.
Passionate about advancing clean energy technologies, with a strong belief in the potential of next‑generation fission.
Well‑versed in structural mechanics, design principles, and analytical methods—across both simulation and practical applications.
Eager to contribute to a high‑performing engineering team, open to feedback, and committed to continuous technical growth.
Quick to learn and unafraid to question assumptions—ready to explore unconventional approaches to complex challenges.
Comfortable navigating the pace, ambiguity, and evolution of an innovative startup environment.
Brings a thoughtful, systems‑level perspective to mechanical problems—balancing creativity, rigor, and first‑principles thinking.
Communicates technical analyses clearly and concisely, with strong writing skills and a modern, active voice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's in engineering (e.g., mechanical, aerospace, or related field).
Proven experience in structural analysis using FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar).
Strong programming skills for automation—preferably Python, with good software development practices.
Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical documentation and reports.
Experience developing and managing product requirements and associated test and verification plans.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
Bonus Qualifications:
Master's or PhD in engineering.
Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Section III, division 1 or 5; Section VIII, division 1 or 2).
Experience with nuclear‑specific code cases.
Familiarity with configuration management and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN, etc.).
Who you are:
A startup person: You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You self‑motivate, bring enthusiasm, and focus on the team’s vision.
A team‑player: You value shared ownership and avoid blaming others.
An excellent communicator: Clear, upbeat, and technically competent.
Creative: Able to identify gaps and invent solutions without micromanagement, enjoying open‑ended problem solving.
Detail‑oriented: Strong grammar and spelling for high‑quality communication.
Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, as business or team needs dictate, including attendance at team meetings, off‑sites, and other company events.
Salary may fall outside of the range provided and will depend on applicant experience.
Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401(k), health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.
About Oklo Inc.
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.
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