Application Guide
How to Apply for Mechatronics Engineer
at Oklo
🏢 About Oklo
Oklo is pioneering next-generation fast fission technology with a mission to recycle nuclear waste into clean, reliable energy. Unlike traditional nuclear companies, Oklo focuses on compact, automated reactors and advanced fuel recycling, making it a unique player in the clean energy revolution. Working here means contributing directly to solving climate change through innovative nuclear technology.
About This Role
This Mechatronics Engineer role involves designing automated systems and robotic material-handling equipment for remote-operated processes in radiological hot cells at Oklo's Fuel Recycling Facility. You'll define architecture, specifications, and control logic for unmanned operations, serving as technical lead across the lifecycle of automation systems. This position is critical for enabling safe, efficient nuclear waste recycling through advanced robotics.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves CAD design sessions for robotic material-handling systems, collaborating with nuclear engineers on hot cell automation requirements, and testing control logic integration. You'll review safety protocols for radiological environments while leading technical discussions on system architecture for unmanned operations at the fuel recycling facility.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Oklo Is Looking For
- Has 5-10 years of hands-on experience designing automation or robotic systems, preferably for hazardous or remote environments
- Demonstrates expert proficiency with CAD software for designing complex mechanical-electrical systems
- Possesses strong systems integration intuition with experience combining automation hardware, sensors, and control systems
- Has educational background in mechatronics, robotics, or related engineering disciplines with practical application experience
📝 Tips for Applying to Oklo
Highlight specific experience with remote-operated or hazardous environment automation systems in your resume
Include CAD portfolio examples showing complex mechanical-electrical integration designs
Demonstrate understanding of nuclear industry safety protocols and radiological handling considerations
Quantify your 5-10 years of automation experience with specific projects and outcomes
Show how your systems integration experience aligns with unmanned operations requirements
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience with automation systems in controlled or hazardous environments', 'Examples of successful integration of hardware, sensors, and control systems for reliable operations', "Understanding of Oklo's mission and how your skills contribute to nuclear waste recycling", 'Technical leadership experience across automation system lifecycles']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Oklo's Aurora reactor technology and fuel recycling approach
- → Nuclear regulatory requirements for remote handling systems
- → Current automation technologies used in nuclear fuel processing
- → Oklo's partnerships and recent developments in advanced reactor deployment
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with only generic automation experience without hazardous environment considerations
- Failing to demonstrate specific CAD proficiency with complex system designs
- Not showing understanding of nuclear industry safety and regulatory frameworks
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!