Operations Technician

Last Energy is a pioneering US technology company deploying next-generation modular nuclear power plants. We’re seeking a reliable and hardworking

Operations Technician

to join our team in Austin. This role is essential for supporting our rapid iteration and build processes, contributing directly to the success of our groundbreaking projects. This is a role for

builders and doers

who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, assisting with site preparation, equipment handling, and ensuring smooth daily shop activities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Fabrication Operations: Set up, operate, and maintain foundational machining and fabrication equipment, including basic lathes, manual mills, CNC machines, laser cutters, and welding equipment

Prototyping Support: Fabricate, assemble, and modify components and fixtures based on technical drawings, prototypes, or engineering instructions supplied by the engineering team

Material Logistics: Assist with efficient material handling and preparation, including cutting, measuring, loading, and transporting stock for machining or assembly operations to optimize shop throughput

Shop Safety & Organization: Own the cleanliness and safety of the shop environment, maintaining proper tool storage and strictly adhering to all safety standards to foster a high-urgency, professional workplace

Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on fabrication equipment, coordinating with facilities staff for any major repairs

Team Collaboration: Collaborate with engineers and shop leadership to refine early-stage prototypes and provide feedback that improves manufacturability and meets aggressive project timelines

Operational Adaptability: Contribute to both hands-on prototyping and general facilities/operations support, demonstrating the agility required in a startup environment that values speed and ingenuity

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred

A strong bias toward action and reliability, with a team-oriented mindset ready to support critical operational goals

Willingness to learn quickly and follow instructions in a dynamic, fast-paced setting

Basic understanding of workplace safety practices; formal training will be provided as needed

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and working outdoors in various weather conditions

Previous experience in construction, manufacturing, or general labor is a plus but not required

Familiarity with basic CAD software is a plus

Shop floor interface experience is a plus

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus

Last Energy provides decarbonized, reliable, affordable nuclear energy at scale by innovating on the delivery model, not the reactor. By significantly reducing the time and cost of deployment, we are decarbonizing global energy production, increasing access to 24/7 baseload power, and creating a scalable clean energy future for humanity.

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