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Fire Protection Engineer

Valar Atomics · Torrance, California, United States · On-site

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About Valar Atomics

Valar Atomics is scaling nuclear energy for heavy industrial power and clean hydrocarbon fuel production. Backed by Sequoia.

About the role

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).

More about this role

At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.

The Team

As part of the Engineering organization, Mechanical Engineering designs and develops the mechanical systems, components, and equipment that power Valar's advanced nuclear technologies. The team ensures designs are robust, manufacturable, and optimized for long-term performance.

The Role

We're seeking a highly skilled Fire Protection Engineer to join our Engineering team and accelerate the frontier of advanced power generation. In this role, you'll be responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing fire protection systems and processes for ensuring the safety of...

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Mechanical Engineering

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