Oklo Inc. is seeking an Operations Engineer to develop and execute operations programs and Concepts of Operations (ConOps) for advanced nuclear reactors. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, safety, and systems integration teams to ensure operational strategies align with design and regulatory requirements.
What You'll Do
- Develop ConOps in close coordination with system owners and designers to define how systems will be operated, monitored, and maintained across all operational modes.
- Ensure timely development of operations programs and procedures that support safe, effective plant operations.
- Lead or support the implementation of operational programs such as conduct of operations, maintenance, and procedure development programs.
- Collaborate across engineering, systems integration, and safety teams to ensure operations strategies are aligned with design intent and regulatory expectations.
- Identify gaps or challenges in operations program development and drive closure through structured planning and coordination.
- Contribute to internal readiness reviews, inspections, and regulatory readiness reviews, assessments, and inspections.
- Generate and maintain design documentation for ConOps and operations programs, suitable for internal use and licensing submittals.
- Interface with vendors, partners, and cross-functional teams to ensure operational expectations are communicated and integrated early in the design lifecycle.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, systems engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
- Experience developing or managing operations programs in a nuclear or highly regulated industrial environment.
- Strong familiarity with operational program frameworks such as INPO/NEI guidance, NRC regulatory expectations, or DOE equivalents.
Nice to Have
- Experience with configuration management, procedure development, or licensing documentation is a strong plus.
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible time off
- Equity
- Competitive pay
- 401k
- Health insurance
- FSA
- Flexible work hours
- Other benefits
Compensation includes a salary range of $100,000–$160,000, equity, and benefits including flexible time off, 401k, health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.
Work Mode
Hybrid role based in Santa Clara, CA. Remote employees are required to travel to headquarters twice a quarter. The first two weeks of onboarding must be completed in person at Santa Clara, CA.
Candidates should be aware that employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, and employees may be subject to drug testing at any time in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.