Senior Instrumentation Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX

About Aalo Atomics

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting‑edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to own the manufacturing and assembly of our electrical subsystems and wire harnessing. This is a hands‑on role for an engineer who is equally comfortable defining production processes and standing at the bench wiring a panel. You’ll set the quality bar for all electrical and I&C (instrumentation & controls) scope, scale our builds from prototype to production, and work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with technicians to keep hardware moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and enforce production processes, build procedures, equipment and quality standards for all electrical and I&C scope
• Lead electrical builds hands‑on — wire panels, assemble racks, terminate instrumentation loops, and work alongside technicians on the shop floor
• Drive schedule and throughput on electrical hardware — identify risks early, solve problems quickly, and keep builds moving
• Establish and continuously improve manufacturing and assembly processes to scale from prototype to production
• Author clear, repeatable build instructions for complex industrial wire harnesses
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality issues with harnesses throughout fabrication and assembly
• Establish equipment, tooling, and fixtures for building electrical panels and systems
• Partner with design engineering and supply chain to specify, source, and qualify electrical components, instrumentation, and build consumables
• Question requirements and drive design‑for‑manufacturability feedback to engineering

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
• 5+ years of experience in electrical manufacturing, harness fabrication, or I&C assembly
• Experience in a highly regulated or safety‑critical manufacturing environment (e.g., nuclear, aerospace, defense, medical device, or industrial controls)
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, data loggers, Hipot testers, and LCR meters
• Demonstrated track record of reducing build time and improving quality through process improvements
• Experience testing electrical components and systems — building systems and analyzing results
• Strong working knowledge of industrial instrumentation: thermocouples, RTDs, pressure transducers, flow meters, and level sensors
• Proficiency with harness/electrical CAD software (e.g., EPlan, Zuken E3, Siemens Capital, SOLIDWORKS Electrical)
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 (wire harness and cable assembly) workmanship standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience spanning PCBA design through manufacture — from board bring‑up and design‑for‑manufacturability review to assembly, test, and yield improvement
• Experience with harness automation, including build and install
• Experience with decentralized electronic hardware (e.g., I/O modules, power supplies, sensors, and controllers)
• Experience transitioning hardware from prototype to volume production
• Lean/Six Sigma or other process‑improvement methodology experience

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in various positions
• Factory/shop floor environment with exposure to noise, fumes, heat, UV/arc flash, and moving equipment.

Requirements

Must be based in the United States

Must be willing to work on‑site at our headquarters in Austin, Texas

What It Takes to Succeed at Aalo

We’re building technology that will help reshape the future of energy. The pace is fast, the problems are difficult, and the expectations are high. Successful team members consistently demonstrate:

Extreme Ownership — You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. You proactively identify problems, drive solutions, and follow through.

A Passion for Solving Hard Problems — You are energized by challenges that others avoid and enjoy finding practical solutions to complex technical issues.

A Sense of Urgency — You move quickly, make thoughtful decisions, and maintain momentum while balancing quality and execution.

What We Offer

Competitive salary starting at $140,000

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Candidates only. No recruiters or agencies, please.

Additional Information:

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non‑compliant foreign citizenships.

Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.