Operations Engineer

Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Operations Engineer to join our team. Position Description Oklo is seeking an Operations Engineer to support development of ConOps and key operational programs that will govern how Oklo’s advanced reactors are operated. This individual will be responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and executing operations programs, ensuring they are complete, compliant and ready for use in both a licensing and operational context. Specific responsibilities may include: 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. Minimum Qualifications: 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. Experience with configuration management, procedure development, or licensing documentation is a strong plus. Competencies We are looking for a Operations Engineer who embodies the following qualities: Brings strong operations and systems engineering experience, with a clear understanding of how programs and ConOps shape plant functionality and operator experience. Motivated to help bring clean energy to market by building the operational foundation needed to safely and efficiently run Oklo’s reactors. Quick to engage with novel systems and regulatory frameworks; comfortable driving clarity in undefined or evolving areas. Able to translate complex systems into usable, well-documented operational concepts. Thrives in a fast-paced, iterative startup culture that values execution, ownership, and agility over formality. Balances structured documentation and compliance with innovation and practicality in how operations programs are built. Focused on developing actionable, effective operations programs and ConOps that integrate with real-world plant behavior. Writes clear, concise, and thoughtful documentation—especially for operations and regulatory use. Able to articulate ConOps and operational strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders alike. Who you are: A startup person : You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team. If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won’t enjoy working with us! There is plenty of important work and plenty of good opportunities with organizations like that. Motivated : You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out. This isn’t about a fake or arbitrary “pieces of flair” mentality or lack of work-life balance! It is about bein ... (truncated, view full listing at source)