Fall 2026 Field Engineering Intern - Austin, TX

Job description

About the role Join our Field Operations team in Austin as we support the manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and operation of all Aalo projects. Over a 12 ‑ to 16 ‑ week term you will work with multiple other teams to support the upcoming Aalo-0 and Aalo-X projects while gaining daily mentorship on the shop ‑ floor as well as field operations experience. Key Responsibilities Assist in research and logistics for special projects. Travel on-site to support operations. Work with design engineers and manufacturing on realizing designs in the shop and in the field. Required Qualifications Growth mindset and positive attitude Completed Bachelors in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering (or closely related field). Air travel compliant form of ID and valid Driver's License. Physically fit for duty – capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods of time while wearing PPE. Able to work full‑time, on‑site in Austin TX, for at least 12 consecutive weeks. Able to Travel (at Aalo’s expense) to out of state locations in the continental U.S. for up to two weeks at a time. Must provide own housing and daily transportation to the Austin facility; on‑site parking is available. Some tasks involve standing, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 25 lbs while wearing PPE. Basic familiarity with powered and manual tools. Preferred Qualifications GPA of 3.4+. CAD familiarity. Hands‑on engineering experience (course projects, research, internships, student shop, or personal builds). Hands on experience with power tools and heavy equipment operation. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technicians in a fast‑paced shop environment. Requirements: Based in the United States Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX What We Offer: Competitive salary based on technical experience Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Corporate Gym Membership 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. 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.