Fuel Performance Engineer
Oklo IncSanta Clara, California, United States
Posted August 19, 2025
120000 - 165000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Oklo Inc is dedicated to delivering clean, reliable, and affordable energy through advanced fast fission technology. The company specializes in deploying innovative nuclear solutions that also address the issue of nuclear waste recycling, making significant contributions to sustainable energy practices.
Job Description
Oklo is seeking a Fuel Performance Engineer to analyze and verify fuel designs, ensuring alignment with reactor capabilities and fuel fabrication processes. This role involves modeling, simulation, documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve fuel performance and reliability. The ideal candidate is passionate about clean energy and possesses a proactive attitude.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, plus 3 years of experience
- Experience with multi-physics system performance analyses
- Experience with finite element simulation software (e.g., Ansys, Abaqus)
- Experience with material analysis
- Experience with object-oriented programming language (e.g., Python, C++)
- Familiarity with nuclear fuel performance analysis
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- FSA
- Flexible work hours