About the role:

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Aalo Atomics, you will help design and optimize the advanced production lines that build our modular nuclear reactors. You will work hands-on in the factory alongside technicians, welders, and other engineers to bring cutting-edge nuclear systems to life. This role blends process development, creative problem-solving, and direct build support to achieve high-rate, reliable, and efficient manufacturing for our DOE experimental reactor modules.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize repeatable, high-speed fabrication processes for reactor components
• Collaborate closely with design engineers to improve product manufacturability
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement
• Create detailed work instructions and build documentation
• Set up and refine specialized high-rate factory stations
• Optimize tooling, material, and labor flow paths to increase efficiency
• Integrate electrical, piping, and structural components with innovative manufacturing techniques
• Support transition from prototype builds to high-volume production

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of hands-on engineering experience (internship or academic project experience acceptable)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, hands-on manufacturing environment

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with welding, machining, or assembly of complex electromechanical systems
• Familiarity with high-rate or automated production line design and optimization
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies
• Proven experience designing, building, or modifying challenging mechanical systems
• Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing
• Experience building metallic structures, ideally stainless steel
• Participation in hands-on engineering competitions (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja SAE, RoboSub, Combat Robotics)
• Strong communication skills to convey technical reasoning and mission-critical messaging clearly

Physical:

• Comfortable working on the factory floor alongside technicians and welders
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Physical dexterity required for crouching, kneeling, and working in varied positions
• Ability to focus and operate effectively in a loud, hot factory environment

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why Join Aalo?

• Lead high-impact programs shaping the future of nuclear energy.

• Work alongside top experts in advanced reactors and clean energy.

• Be part of a fast-moving, execution-driven startup environment.

Interested? Apply now to help accelerate the future of energy.