Oklo Inc · 9 hours ago
Engineering Technician
Greater Idaho Falls
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expOklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale. They are seeking a passionate Engineering Technician to join their mechanical prototyping team, responsible for fabricating, assembling, testing, and deploying prototypes and tools while ensuring a safe and organized work environment.
Clean EnergyEnergyManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Fabricate, assemble, and iterate one-off prototypes, tools, fixtures, and jigs from sketches, CAD, and verbal direction
Interpret drawings, tolerances, and build notes
Prepare stock—cut, drill, tap, and fit parts using common shop tools; operate basic machine tools (saws, grinders, drills, manual mill/lathe)
Perform light welding as skill allows (MIG/TIG preferred); assist experienced welders as needed
Set up and execute mechanical tests (load, pressure, thermal, vibration, fit/function), including fixture build and instrumentation
Install and calibrate sensors
Collect, record, and organize test data; capture photos/notes; contribute to concise test summaries
Troubleshoot build and test issues; perform root-cause checks and implement quick, pragmatic fixes
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop (5S experience a plus); manage waste streams and enforce PPE and safety procedures
Perform basic preventive maintenance on shop equipment; log issues and coordinate repairs
Kit builds: pull hardware and materials, label components, and maintain build travelers
Handle parts procurement: source COTS hardware and materials, request quotes, place orders, and track deliveries
Receive and inspect incoming parts; verify dimensions and finish against drawings; escalate nonconformance issues
Manage inventory of consumables, fasteners, gases, and tooling; keep bins stocked and labeled
Create and update build documentation: redlines, as-built notes, BOM updates, and simple work instructions
Coordinate with prototype engineers and vendors for quick-turn machining, welding, coatings, and other services
Uphold quality standards and dimensional control using calipers, micrometers, gauges where applicable
Qualification
Required
High school diploma
3+ years hands-on mechanical fabrication/assembly experience or equivalent training/portfolio (trade school, military, etc.)
Proficient with basic shop operations: cut/drill/tap/; confident using common hand/power tools safely
Can read mechanical drawings and build notes; understands basic tolerances and fit; uses calipers/mics/gauges accurately
Familiar with shop safety, PPE, and housekeeping (5S); aware of machine guarding and LOTO basics
Comfortable setting up simple test rigs and recording data in spreadsheets; willing to learn instrumentation/DAQ
Basic computer skills: spreadsheets/docs, file management; ability to use CAD viewers
Organized and reliable: follow work instructions, document builds, track parts/kits
Strong communication and teamwork; asks clarifying questions and closes loops
Able to lift up to ~50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform shop/fab tasks with or without reasonable accommodation
Willing to support occasional off-hours work or local field/onsite deployments as needed
Valid driver's license
Preferred
AA/BS in manufacturing/industrial tech, engineering technology, or similar
Prior experience in a prototype/R&D “special projects” or skunkworks environment
Manual and CNC machining (mill/lathe); basic CAM (Fusion 360, Mastercam) and workholding experience
Sheet metal, tube bending, and fabrication (laser/waterjet, press brake, fixture design)
Test & instrumentation depth: strain gauges, load cells, thermocouples, pressure transducers; NI/LabVIEW or equivalent DAQ
Basic electrical/controls: wiring panels to schematics, relays/sensors, PLC familiarity, safe low-voltage practices
Materials know-how: heat treat, coatings/plating, adhesives, composites, plastics
Additive manufacturing (FDM/SLA/SLS) for quick-turn jigs and fixtures
Quality systems exposure (ISO 9001/AS9100)
Rigging & material handling: forklift/overhead crane experience; basic load calculation
Benefits
Flexible time off
Equity
Competitive pay
401k
Health insurance
FSA
Flexible work hours
Other benefits
Company
Oklo Inc
Oklo's mission is to provide clean, reliable, affordable energy through the deployment of next-generation fast fission technology and recycling nuclear waste.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$440.6M2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $440.6M
2024-05-09IPO
2021-11-15Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Jacob DeWitte
CEO and Co-Founder
Craig Bealmear
Chief Financial Officer
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