Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Systems at Radiant

El Segundo, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design, Electrical Assemblies, 3D CAD Modeling, Thermal Analysis, Heat Transfer, Structural Mechanics, Load Calculations, System Integration, Collaboration, Communication, Test Plans, Documentation, Design for Manufacturing, Material Selection, Troubleshooting, Validation

Industry

Nuclear Electric Power Generation

Description

Radiant is an El Segundo, CA-based startup building the world’s first mass-produced, portable nuclear microreactors. The company’s 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. Radiant’s 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. Radiant is seeking a highly motivated early-career Mechanical Engineer to support the design and integration of electrical components and subsystems in a fast-paced startup environment. You’ll work alongside experienced mechanical and electrical engineers to solve challenging problems in packaging, thermal management, structural design, and system integration for advanced hardware. This role offers hands-on exposure to end-to-end hardware development—from CAD and analysis through build, test, and validation—while contributing directly to Radiant’s mission to deploy the first successfully fueled commercial reactor in over 50 years by 2026. Responsibilities & Duties Support the mechanical design and ownership of electrical components and subsystems, including: Mechanical design of electrical assemblies such as control panels, enclosures, brackets, mounts, and supports Cable and wiring harness routing, retention, strain relief, bend radius compliance, and serviceability considerations Packaging of sensors, actuators, connectors, and electrical hardware within constrained assemblies 3D CAD modeling and 2D drawing creation using Siemens NX, including tolerance stack-ups and GD&T basics Perform first-order load calculations (static, shock, vibration) to support structural design decisions Conduct thermal analysis and heat-transfer assessments for electrical components, enclosures, and assemblies Support selection of materials, fasteners, and finishes appropriate for electrical, thermal, and environmental requirements Assist in the design and setup of test fixtures and test stands for acceptance and qualification testing Participate in system integration, troubleshooting, and validation activities alongside electrical and systems engineers Collect and interpret technical requirements and provide clear, constructive feedback across mechanical, electrical, software, and systems disciplines Develop, document, and execute basic test plans and procedures to verify mechanical and thermal performance Perform trade studies and first-order analyses to evaluate design options and constraints Generate and maintain design documentation to support Design for Manufacturing (DFM), assembly, and serviceability Support subassembly design, coordinate with manufacturing, and assist with build and test schedules Required Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution Hands-on experience with mechanical design through coursework, labs, internships, senior design projects, or engineering clubs Proficiency or coursework experience using Siemens NX or similar 3D CAD tools Familiarity with mechanical design of electrical assemblies, including enclosures, brackets, and harness routing principles Basic understanding of structural mechanics, load paths, and first-order stress calculations Introductory knowledge of thermal analysis, heat transfer, and thermal management concepts Ability to read and create mechanical drawings, including dimensions and tolerances Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary engineering environment Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to accomplish our mission Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ Total Compensation and Benefits Radiant's new hire compensation package includes base salary, substantial equity grants, and comprehensive benefits. Total compensation and level are determined through a holistic evaluation of your interview performance, experience, education, and qualifications. 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. 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 applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer will support the design and integration of electrical components and subsystems, focusing on mechanical design of electrical assemblies and conducting thermal analysis. This role involves hands-on exposure to hardware development, including CAD modeling and system integration.