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Materials Test Engineer

Oklo · Idaho Falls, ID

Posted 27 days ago · $90,000-$150,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
27 days
Oklo's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
97% of Oklo's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Oklo
high
39 stale, 3 reposted of 72 open
Hiring momentum
100 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Oklo's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Oklo.

About this role

As a Materials Test Engineer at Oklo, you will plan, develop, and execute materials-testing programs to support advanced nuclear technology development. Your responsibilities will include developing test methods, executing tests, analyzing data, and preparing technical reports while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The role requires a strong foundation in materials science and practical testing experience, with opportunities for laboratory development and procurement support.

Our read on this posting4.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Oklo as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in materials science and engineering, metallurgical engineering, mechanical engineering, welding engineering, nuclear engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience interpreting test data and preparing clear technical reports
  • Ability to lift, move, and position objects weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to operate motor vehicles when required for assigned work

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree in materials science, metallurgy, mechanical engineering, welding engineering, nuclear engineering, or a related field
  • Experience testing materials for nuclear, aerospace, defense, power-generation, chemical-processing, or other highly regulated applications
  • Experience with molten sodium or other molten alkali-metal systems
  • Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 requirements
  • Experience designing or commissioning laboratory equipment, fixtures, environmental chambers, or custom test systems

What you get

  • Salary: $90,000-$150,000
  • Flexible time off
  • Equity
  • Bonuses
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k)

Worth weighing

  • Travel required to headquarters in Santa Clara, CA twice a quarter
  • Onboarding requires in-person attendance at headquarters for the first two weeks
  • Salary may vary based on applicant experience
  • Role involves access to information subject to U.S. export control laws

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Listed by Oklo on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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