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Director of Development Engineering

Oklo
Location
Santa Clara, CA or Remote
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Business
Salary
$225,000-$275,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 12+ years in energy, infrastructure, advanced manufacturing or data center project development engineering
  • At least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Strong civil/site engineering background
  • Experience producing engineering deliverables for project financing and EPC handoff
  • PE license strongly preferred
  • Experience with DOE or NRC-regulated facilities
What the job really is

The Director of Development Engineering at Oklo will oversee civil, site, and nuclear engineering activities to prepare Aurora powerhouse sites for construction. Responsibilities include managing engineering deliverables, coordinating with internal and external teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The role also involves developing engineering standards and leading a team of engineers to address technical risks and project challenges.

Benefits
  • Salary: $225,000-$275,000
  • Flexible time off
  • Equity
  • Bonuses
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k)
Things to weigh
  • Remote employees must travel to headquarters twice a quarter
  • First two weeks of onboarding require in-person attendance at headquarters
  • Candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws
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