Mechanical Analyst Engineer

Position Overview

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• Employment Type: Not specified in the description (Likely Full-time)
• Salary: Not specified in the description

Job Title: Mechanical Analyst – FEA Automation & Tool Development

Description: Oklo is seeking a Mechanical Analyst to join our engineering team. This role focuses on Finite Element Analysis (FEA), automation of analysis workflows, and tool development to support robust product development. The ideal candidate will contribute to design decisions, validate engineering assumptions, and drive innovation in clean energy technologies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Aerospace, etc.)
• FEA Experience: Proven experience in structural analysis using FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar).
• Programming Skills: Strong programming skills, preferably Python, with good software development practices.
• Documentation: Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical documentation and reports.
• Product Requirements: Experience developing and managing product requirements and associated test and verification plans.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural performance, stress, fatigue, and failure modes.
• Automate analysis workflows and engineering processes using scripting and software tools (Python preferred).
• Develop clear, concise, and technically sound documentation of engineering methodologies, analysis results, and design justifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, quality, and test engineering) to drive design decisions and ensure robust product development.
• Support the creation and refinement of product requirements.
• Plan and execute validation and verification activities, including designing and overseeing physical test programs to validate engineering assumptions and design requirements.
• Interpret and apply engineering standards and codes relevant to product design and analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in engineering.
• Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III, division 1 or 5, and Section VIII, division 1 or 2.
• Familiarity with configuration management and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN, etc.).

Who You Are

• Startup Person: Driven by efficiency, not hierarchy. Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change.
• Passionate about Clean Energy: Strong belief in the potential of next-generation fission.
• Technical Expertise: Well-versed in structural mechanics, design principles, and analytical methods.
• Growth Mindset: Eager to learn, open to feedback, and committed to continuous technical growth.
• Systems Thinker: Balances creativity, rigor, and first-principles thinking.
• Clear Communicator: Communicates technical analyses clearly and concisely with strong writing skills and a modern, active voice.

Company Information

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