Plant Operator
- Location
- Orangeville, UT · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Associate degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- plant operations
- process control
- commissioning
- control instrumentation
- safety procedures
Also useful
- TRISO fuel systems
- helium coolant loops
- nuclear operations
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Equity
The Team
As part of the Plant Operations organization, Utah Site Operations manages the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and readiness of Valar's Utah facilities. The team supports safe, reliable site operations while enabling successful project execution.
The Role
We're looking for a Plant Operator who thrives on challenge and precision, someone ready to help commission and operate one of the most advanced energy and fuel systems ever built. This role begins with an intensive onboarding and training period, where you'll work directly with our design, controls, and engineering teams.
Operators may be assigned to either the reactor plant or the pilot fuel fabrication facility, depending on operational needs and experience. At Valar, we take a team-first approach-everyone pitches in to tackle the most critical tasks, no matter the title.
Whether it's assisting with commissioning, troubleshooting, or hands-on plant work, you'll be part of a tight-knit team that values collaboration, adaptability, and a shared commitment to the mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor advanced high-temperature reactor systems and/or pilot TRISO fuel fabrication equipment.
- Execute startup, shutdown, and routine operations in accordance with safety and procedural standards.
- Work hands-on with engineering teams during commissioning, testing, and performance validation of both reactor and fuel systems.
- Analyze operational data to identify trends, optimize efficiency, and maintain system reliability.
- Support process control, material handling, and quality assurance for fuel fabrication operations.
- Collaborate across teams to refine procedures and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Uphold Valar's safety, environmental, and quality commitments every day.
Basic Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent training in nuclear technology, mechanical, chemical, or electrical systems.
- 2+ years of experience in industrial, power plant, or process operations.
- Strong understanding of safety culture, technical systems, and control instrumentation.
- Willing to relocate to Orangeville, UT area for operations.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Background in nuclear operations (commercial, research, or naval) or fuel fabrication processes.
- Familiarity with TRISO fuel systems, helium coolant loops, or high-temperature process systems.
- Experience with commissioning, plant startups, chemical processing, or control room operations.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary
- Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Free daily lunch
- Generous PPE stipend
- High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
- Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
- Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
- The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up
About Valar Atomics
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.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
From Valar Atomics's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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