Build Engineer, Turbomachinery

Radiant is an El Segundo CA-based startup building the worlds first mass-produced portable nuclear microreactors. The companys first reactor Kaleidos is a 1-megawatt failsafe microreactor that can be transported anywhere power is needed and run for up to five years without the need to refuel. Portable nuclear power with rapid deploy capability can replace similar-sized diesel generators and provide critical asset support for hospitals data centers remote sites and military bases. Radiants unique practical approach to nuclear development utilizes modern software engineering to rapidly achieve safe factory-built microreactors that leverage existing well-qualified materials. Founded in 2020 Radiant is on track to test its first reactor next year at the Idaho National Laboratory with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028.

We are seeking a Build Engineer Turbomachinery to help bring high-speed rotating hardware from design into reality. This is a hands-on role ideal for new graduates or early-career engineers who want to learn by building assembling and integrating complex turbomachinery systems. You will work closely with design test and manufacturing teams helping prepare hardware for first-article testing and system validation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience with high-speed high-temperature rotating machinery while making a direct impact on a first-of-its-kind nuclear microreactor program.

Responsibilities

Hands-On Builds & Assembly

• Responsible forassembly and integration of prototype and first-article turbomachinery hardware includingcompressors turbines rotorselectric motorsbearings seals and housings
• Developprecise assembly instructions alignment procedures and torque specifications
• Support rotor stacking bearing installation balancing and alignment operations
• Document assembly activities as-built observations and lessons learned

Process & Tooling Support

• Help develop andmaintainbuild tools fixtures andworkholdingsolutions
• Support creation of work instructions and standard operating procedures for assembly processes
• Provide feedback to design and manufacturing teams to improve hardware assembly and integration

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with design engineers test engineers and technicians to prepare hardware for testing and validation
• Participate in troubleshooting assembly issues and contribute to iterative improvements
• Receive mentorship from senior build engineers while gradually taking on more responsibility

Learning & Growth

• Gain experience with high-speed rotating machinery tight tolerances and precision assembly
• Learn industry best practices for turbomachinery build integration and first-article readiness
• Develop problem-solving skills and hands-on engineering judgment in a fast-paced startup environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineeringor a related field (or expected graduation within 6 months)
• Strong interest in hands-on mechanical assembly rotating machinery or turbomachinery systems
• Basic understanding of GD&T fits torque and alignment principles
• Comfort reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and CAD models
• Willingness to learn take initiative and work safely with precision hardware

Desired Qualifications

• Prior hands-on experience from internships co-ops class projects or design competitions (SAE Formula SAE robotics etc.)
• Familiarity with mechanical assembly rotor balancing or bearing handling
• Interest in turbomachinery power generation or high-speed rotating systems
• Excited to work in a fast-paced innovative startup environment
• Prior nuclear experience is notrequired

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work extended hours and occasional weekends to support build schedules
• Must work 100% onsite atRadiantsEl Segundo headquarters

Total Compensation and Benefits
Radiant compensates people for impact and invests in those who continue to raise the bar. Radiants new hire compensation package includes base salary substantial equity grants and comprehensive health benefits. Total compensation and level are determined through a rigorous evaluation of interview performance experience education and qualifications and are designed to support continued growth as scope responsibility and impact expand at Radiant.

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Benefits and Perks for Eligible Employees:

• Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
• Medical: 100% premium coverage for base Silver level plan for employee 50% premium coverage for dependents. Platinum plans available.
• One Medical: Sponsored memberships for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Vision: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan 50% for dependents.
• Dental: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan (including orthodontia) 50% for dependents.
• Voluntary life accident hospital critical illness commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
• 8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
• Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
• Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
• Company and team-bonding events happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
• Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean.
• Burgeoning satellite offices in Oak Ridge TN and Washington D.C. near Capitol Hill.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicants capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.