Engineering
Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team.
Position Description
As a Mechanical Design Engineer on Oklo’s fuel fabrication team, you’ll be responsible for developing design solutions that bring our advanced reactor technology to life. You’ll work on high-impact engineering challenges, designing manufacturing equipment components and mechanical systems that comprise Oklo’s fuel manufacturing facilities Your work will span concept generation, CAD modeling, analysis coordination, documentation, and fabrication readiness – culminating in manufacturable designs that meet demanding performance and regulatory requirements. You’ll also work directly with vendors to produce those designs and eventually assist with assembling them at the fuel fabrication facility sites.
This is a highly cross-functional role where technical excellence and a collaborative mindset are equally valued.
Specific responsibilities may include
- Develop and own the design of equipment and mechanical components within Oklo’s fuel fabrication facilities
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering teams to define design and functional requirements, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
- Use CAD tools to translate functional requirements into robust designs that meet facility requirements (e.g., operating requirements and space constraints)
- Conduct and participate in design reviews, providing and receiving technical feedback
- Rigorously evaluate mechanical designs to identify deficiencies a