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. There is a strong preference for candidates in the Oak Ridge, TN area. Specific responsibilities may include: - 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 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 - Hands-on experience with PLCs, industrial automation, and robotics programming - Expert proficiency with CAD software, preferably Solidworks - 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 - 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 - Located by Oak Ridge, TN Competencies We are looking for a Mechatronics Engineer who is - 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 aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team. If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won’t enjoy working with us! There is plenty of important work and plenty of good opportunities with organizations like that. Motivated : You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out.