Hardware Test Engineer

Oklo is transforming the future of energy, and we’re looking for a Hardware Test Engineer with 4+ years of dedicated experience in testing within regulated industries. In this role, you will develop, execute, and manage test projects—specializing in thermo-hydraulic, materials, and/or mechanical testing—to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. You’ll join a dynamic team where precision meets innovation, shaping testing methodologies that drive towards cheap, abundant, clean energy.

Responsibilities

Test Plan Development: Craft detailed and comprehensive test plans that outline protocols for thermo-hydraulic and sodium testing, ensuring alignment with applicable quality standards; Test Execution: Conduct hands-on testing by setting up experiments, monitoring progress, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring tests are executed efficiently and accurately; Reporting & Analysis: Compile, analyze, and communicate test data through clear, concise reports that pinpoint performance outcomes, identify potential risks, and offer actionable insights; Procurement Activities: Manage test procurement processes—coordinate with suppliers and oversee tool, equipment, and material sourcing—to ensure project requirements are met; Project Management: Oversee testing projects from initiation to completion, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to maintain project timelines, quality, and regulatory compliance

Requirements

4+ years of dedicated experience in testing within regulated industries; Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as nuclear, mechanical, or aerospace engineering; At least 4 years of hands-on test engineering experience, preferably in a highly regulated industry environment; Ability to lift, move, and position objects up to 30 lbs in all direction; A driver's license and ability to operate motor vehicles and machinery; Proficiency in thermo-hydraulic, materials, and/or mechanical testing methodologies, including setup, data collection, and analysis; Passionate about clean energy and making advanced fission a reality; Exceptional attention to detail with a strong analytical mindset; Deep understanding of regulatory requirements in highly controlled industries, particularly the nuclear or aerospace industries; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing detailed reports and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive project success

Nice to have

Advanced degree in engineering; Proven expertise in thermo-hydraulic, materials, and/or mechanical testing, with a strong foundation in designing and executing test plans; Proficiency in instrumentation, data acquisition, and control methods; Familiarity with NQA-1 test control requirements; Experience managing end-to-end test projects, including overseeing test procurement, coordinating cross-functional teams, and meeting stringent regulatory requirements

Benefits

flexible time off; equity; competitive pay; 401k; health insurance; FSA; flexible work hours