Mechatronics Engineer

Oklo·Santa Clara, CA or Remote·Posted today

Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Design automated robotic systems and material-handling equipment for remote-operated processes in radiological hot cells at Oklo's advanced nuclear fuel recycling facility. This role combines mechatronics engineering with nuclear technology, requiring hands-on prototyping, systems integration, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

—Design robotic and electromechanical systems for remote handling of materials in high-temperature, high-corrosion, and high-radiation environments
—Define architecture, specifications, control logic, and performance criteria for automated material-handling and process systems
—Integrate automation hardware, sensors, and control systems for reliable unmanned operations
—Serve as technical lead for automation and handling systems across their lifecycle
—Develop documentation to guide fabrication, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of automated equipment
—Generate technical documentation for regulatory filings and internal knowledge capture
—Build, test, and iterate on prototypes for automation and handling subsystems
—Write clear, concise reports and communicate results across engineering disciplines

Qualifications

—Engineering degree in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or related discipline
—5 to 10 years' experience with automation or robotic system design
—Expert proficiency with CAD software
—Broad familiarity with engineering principles and strong systems integration intuition

Desired

—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
—Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and robotics programming
—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