Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerAalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we're rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world's first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.As a Manufacturing Engineer embedded in the Fuel Handling System (FHS) team, you will help build the hardware that handles nuclear fuel in our sodium-cooled microreactor. You will be full-time on the FHS sprint team in our Austin factory, working day-to-day with welders, machinists, designers, and test engineers to take parts from drawing to working hardware.Your day will mix fabrication planning, hands-on building, vendor coordination, and dimensional inspection. You will own the producibility of specific subassemblies while supporting the senior manufacturing engineer on broader system decisions.This role is a great fit for an engineer or experienced technician who wants to learn quickly, work hands-on with complex mechanical hardware, and grow into a senior manufacturing role in a fast-moving hardware environment.Responsibilities:Own producibility of assigned subassemblies: welded structures, machined parts, sheet metal/bent parts, and assembly fixturesWork directly with welders, machinists, and assembly technicians on the factory floorDevelop and refine work instructions, fixtures, and tooling for repeatable buildsSupport dimensional inspection and metrology for critical featuresCoordinate with outside vendors when parts are sourced externallyHelp build, modify, and rework test rigs and prototype hardware on tight timelinesDiagnose and resolve fabrication issues quickly—often by getting hands-on at the bench yourselfMaintain organized records of as-built configurations, deviations, and inspection resultsSupport on-site installation and commissioning at the reactor facility in Idaho with occasional travelBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field, OR equivalent hands-on manufacturing/technician experience1–3 years of manufacturing engineering, fabrication, or shop experienceHands-on skills in at least one of: welding, machining, sheet metal, assembly, or inspectionComfortable reading mechanical drawings, GD&T callouts, and weld symbolsStrong ownership mindset and willingness to learn by doingComfortable working with ambiguity in a fast-iterating environmentPreferred Experience:Stainless steel TIG welding experienceCNC machining or CNC programming experienceSheet metal forming, bending, or press brake experienceExperience with metrology tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, laser trackers)Hands-on project experience (e.g., Formula SAE, robotics, rocketry, machine shop, hardware startups)Shop background (machinist, welder, or fab tech) growing into engineeringBackground in nuclear, aerospace, semiconductor, or other high-reliability industriesPhysical:Comfortable working on the factory floor alongside welders, machinists, and assembly techniciansAbility to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periodsWillingness to perform hands-on fabrication and assembly workRequirements:Must be based in the United StatesMust be willing to work on-site at our headquarters in Austin, TexasWhat It Takes to Succeed at Aalo:We're building technology that will help reshape the future of energy. The pace is fast, the problems are difficult, and the expectations are high. Successful team members consistently demonstrate:Extreme Ownership — You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. You proactively identify problems, drive solutions, and follow through.A Passion for Solving Hard Problems — You are energized by challenges that others avoid and enjoy finding practical solutions to complex technical issues.A Sense of Urgency — You move quickly, make thoughtful decisions, and maintain momentum while balancing quality and execution.What We Offer:Competitive salary starting at $85,000Health, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time OffCorporate Gym MembershipCandidates only. No recruiters or agencies, please.Additional Information:Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.