Good fit if
- You can work a hybrid schedule.
- You have 10+ years of experience.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- Power Systems Design
- Plc/dcs/hmi
- Commissioning
- Regulated Industrial Environments
Required qualifications
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 10+ years of experience designing and deploying industrial or facility-scale electrical systems
- Demonstrated ownership of electrical system design through multiple project phases (concept through commissioning)
About this role
Lead the design and deployment of electrical systems for Oklo's first-of-a-kind advanced nuclear fuel recycling facility, owning the full lifecycle from concept through commissioning. You'll drive facility power distribution, electrical infrastructure, and integration with process control systems in a fast-paced startup environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead design and implementation of facility electrical systems from concept through commissioning
- Design and specify high-, medium-, and low-voltage power distribution systems
- Define system architecture, including redundancy, backup power, and safety strategies
- Perform and review power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, coordination)
- Generate and review electrical documentation (single-line diagrams, load lists, specifications, cable schedules)
- Lead integration with control systems (PLC/DCS/HMI)
- Develop grounding, bonding, and lightning protection strategies
- Support procurement, installation, and commissioning activities
- Collaborate on facility layout, constructability, and maintainability
- Generate technical documentation supporting regulatory and licensing efforts
- Serve as the electrical technical lead across lifecycle stages
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in nuclear, fuel cycle, or similarly regulated industrial environments
- Deep experience in power systems design (switchgear, transformers, protection systems)
- Expertise in power system analysis (load flow, short circuit, coordination studies)
- Experience integrating electrical and controls systems (PLC/DCS/HMI)
- Commissioning and startup experience in complex facilities
Location, schedule, and travel
Hybrid with headquarters in Santa Clara, CA; requires travel to Santa Clara twice quarterly; first two weeks of onboarding in-person
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