Mechatronics Engineer at Oklo Inc in Santa Clara, CA | USD100,000-175,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

technical lead

automation integration

robotic design

documentation

system architecture

prototype development

Serving as technical lead for automation and handling systems across their lifecycle
Integrating automation hardware, sensors, and control systems for reliable unmanned operations
Designing robotic and electromechanical systems for remote handling of materials in high-temperature, high corrosion, and high-radiation environments
Developing documentation to guide fabrication, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of automated equipment
Generating technical documentation for regulatory filings and internal knowledge capture
Defining architecture, specifications, control logic, and performance criteria for automated material-handling and process systems
Building, testing, and iterating on prototypes for automation and handling subsystems

Requirements

cad

ansys

ros

plc

gd&t

mechatronics

Proficient in 2D/3D modeling and CAD for mechanical and robotic systems
Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, ROS, MATLAB/Simulink)
Broad familiarity with engineering principles and strong systems integration intuition
A strong communicator, both in technical writing and in collaborative discussions
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly iterative startup environment
Experience with high-temperature (>500 °C) equipment design
Experienced with electromechanical systems, controls, and automation integration
5 to 10 years' experience with automation or robotic system design
Experience with robotic arms, conveyors, or other automated handling systems
Background in nuclear, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical industries with automated systems
Knowledge of GD&T and design for manufacturing
Experience deploying or working on pilot plants or unmanned manufacturing systems
Creative and persistent when tackling novel engineering challenges
Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and robotics programming
Writing clear, concise reports and communicating results across disciplines
Engineering education in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or related discipline
Experience designing for remote or hazardous environments
Expert proficiency with CAD software
Experience with radiological hot cell environments

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Pioneering the future of nuclear energy with compact and efficient reactor designs.
Aiming to provide reliable, low-cost power to address the global clean energy challenge.
Innovative approach prioritizes scalability and sustainability.
Reshaping energy perception with a team of passionate engineers and scientists.
Enabling small modular reactors for energy delivery to remote locations and industries.
Focus on safety and minimal waste to meet rising global energy demand.
Utilizing a unique fuel design for greater efficiency and sustainability compared to traditional reactors.
Supported by private investment and government grants advancing clean energy solutions.
Developing prototypes with commercialization goals for the future.

Culture + Values

A startup person: you aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process.
Motivated: you are self-motivated and bring an enthusiasm to the team that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out.
A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team; we aren't about taking credit for ourselves or pushing blame to others.
An excellent communicator: technically competent and a clear, upbeat communicator.
Creative: able to identify and invent solutions when things fall outside clear scopes or processes without micromanagement.
Detail-oriented: focus on excellence, consistency, quality; even grammar and spelling matter.

Environment + Sustainability

15–50 MWe

Aurora Reactors Capacity

Delivers clean, reliable, and affordable energy with a 10-year refuel cycle.

over 90%

Fuel Recycling Efficiency

Advanced fuel recycling extracts over 90% of remaining potential energy from used fuel, lowering fuel costs significantly.

2030s

Fuel Recycling Facility Deployment

Commercial-scale fuel recycling facility deployment planned for the 2030s.

2027

First Aurora Deployment

First Aurora powerhouse deployment at Idaho National Laboratory targeted for 2027.

Developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, affordable energy at scale using Aurora reactors with a 10-year refuel cycle.
Master Power Agreement to deploy up to 12 GW of Aurora powerhouses for Switch through 2044.
Secured Letters of Intent covering up to 750 MW and a pipeline of ~2,100 MW of low-carbon power for U.S. data centers.
Strategic alliance with Liberty Energy combining near-term natural gas solutions with future integration of zero-carbon Aurora reactors.
No explicit net-zero target date published.

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Energy overview

Oklo selects Kiewit as lead constructor

Proposed acquisition of Atomic Alchemy

Role

Description

technical lead

automation integration

robotic design

documentation

system architecture

prototype development

Serving as technical lead for automation and handling systems across their lifecycle
Integrating automation hardware, sensors, and control systems for reliable unmanned operations
Designing robotic and electromechanical systems for remote handling of materials in high-temperature, high corrosion, and high-radiation environments
Developing documentation to guide fabrication, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of automated equipment
Generating technical documentation for regulatory filings and internal knowledge capture
Defining architecture, specifications, control logic, and performance criteria for automated material-handling and process systems
Building, testing, and iterating on prototypes for automation and handling subsystems

Requirements

cad

ansys

ros

plc

gd&t

mechatronics

Proficient in 2D/3D modeling and CAD for mechanical and robotic systems
Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, ROS, MATLAB/Simulink)
Broad familiarity with engineering principles and strong systems integration intuition
A strong communicator, both in technical writing and in collaborative discussions
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly iterative startup environment
Experience with high-temperature (>500 °C) equipment design
Experienced with electromechanical systems, controls, and automation integration
5 to 10 years' experience with automation or robotic system design
Experience with robotic arms, conveyors, or other automated handling systems
Background in nuclear, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical industries with automated systems
Knowledge of GD&T and design for manufacturing
Experience deploying or working on pilot plants or unmanned manufacturing systems
Creative and persistent when tackling novel engineering challenges
Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and robotics programming
Writing clear, concise reports and communicating results across disciplines
Engineering education in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or related discipline
Experience designing for remote or hazardous environments
Expert proficiency with CAD software
Experience with radiological hot cell environments

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Pioneering the future of nuclear energy with compact and efficient reactor designs.
Aiming to provide reliable, low-cost power to address the global clean energy challenge.
Innovative approach prioritizes scalability and sustainability.
Reshaping energy perception with a team of passionate engineers and scientists.
Enabling small modular reactors for energy delivery to remote locations and industries.
Focus on safety and minimal waste to meet rising global energy demand.
Utilizing a unique fuel design for greater efficiency and sustainability compared to traditional reactors.
Supported by private investment and government grants advancing clean energy solutions.
Developing prototypes with commercialization goals for the future.

Culture + Values

A startup person: you aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process.
Motivated: you are self-motivated and bring an enthusiasm to the team that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out.
A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team; we aren't about taking credit for ourselves or pushing blame to others.
An excellent communicator: technically competent and a clear, upbeat communicator.
Creative: able to identify and invent solutions when things fall outside clear scopes or processes without micromanagement.
Detail-oriented: focus on excellence, consistency, quality; even grammar and spelling matter.

Environment + Sustainability

15–50 MWe

Aurora Reactors Capacity

Delivers clean, reliable, and affordable energy with a 10-year refuel cycle.

over 90%

Fuel Recycling Efficiency

Advanced fuel recycling extracts over 90% of remaining potential energy from used fuel, lowering fuel costs significantly.

2030s

Fuel Recycling Facility Deployment

Commercial-scale fuel recycling facility deployment planned for the 2030s.

2027

First Aurora Deployment

First Aurora powerhouse deployment at Idaho National Laboratory targeted for 2027.

Developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, affordable energy at scale using Aurora reactors with a 10-year refuel cycle.
Master Power Agreement to deploy up to 12 GW of Aurora powerhouses for Switch through 2044.
Secured Letters of Intent covering up to 750 MW and a pipeline of ~2,100 MW of low-carbon power for U.S. data centers.
Strategic alliance with Liberty Energy combining near-term natural gas solutions with future integration of zero-carbon Aurora reactors.
No explicit net-zero target date published.

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Energy overview

Oklo selects Kiewit as lead constructor

Proposed acquisition of Atomic Alchemy