TRISO Chemical Plant Process Technician

Valar Atomics Inc.; Utah; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Free onsite meals

PPE stipend

Autonomy

Career growth

Team collaboration

Ground-up energy tech

Job summary

Valar Atomics is building a TRISO fuel pilot line in Orangeville, Utah, where a Process Technician will own and optimize state-of-the-art chemical processing equipment. You will install, troubleshoot, and operate pilot-scale uranium processing systems, collaborating with engineers, operators, and other specialists in a high‑stakes energy tech environment.

The role is full-time on-site in Utah, with a focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement as the company scales transformative

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellence in previous jobs and activities.
• Strong interest in materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems for wet chemistry and/or high temperature processing.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to support root cause investigations.
• Experience in production/industrial environments.
• Excellent communication, technical documentation, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Emery County, Utah.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of process equipment and adherence to procedures and safety standards.
• Quality control sampling, analyses, and reporting of out-of-spec results.
• Equipment inspection, preventive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Shift documentation and thorough handovers for continuity across shifts.
• Monitoring environmental compliance and timely reporting of deviations.
• Yield improvement initiatives to enhance performance over time.
• Cross-functional collaboration with other processing line functions.

Skills

Track record

Materials handling

Analytical mindset

Production experience

Communication skills

Relocation willingness

Materials processing

Job description

At Valar Atomics,we'reredefiningwhat'spossible 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 willdemonstratehow 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, Fuels & Materials develops and qualifies the advanced materials and fuel technologies that form the foundation of Valar's reactor systems. The team ensures performance, reliability, and long‑term durability under demanding operating conditions.

The Role

We’re seeking a highly skilled and motivated Process Technician to join our TRISO manufacturing pilot line. In this role, you’ll be responsible for state‑of‑the‑art chemical processing equipment; taking radical ownership of the system’s performance and operations. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams to install, troubleshoot, and optimize pilot scale uranium processing equipment. This job is full‑time in Orangeville, Utah.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Operation of Process Equipment: Operateand monitor process equipmentin accordance withoperating proceduresand plant safety standards. Participate in safety programs to ensure full OSHA and regulatory compliance.
• Quality Control Sampling & Analysis: Collect in‑process and finished product samples, perform analyses, and interpret results against specifications. Communicate out‑of‑spec findings and support root cause investigations as needed.
• Equipment Inspection, Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on process equipment.Identifyearly signs of equipment degradation and coordinate with the maintenance team to minimize downtime.
• Shift Documentation & Handover: Maintainaccurateshift logs covering process conditions, equipment status, quality results, and safety observations. Conduct thorough handovers to ensure clear communication and continuity across shifts.
• Monitoring Compliance & Reporting: Conduct routine environmental monitoring.Accurately record and report findings, escalatingdeviationsor potential release events promptly.
• Yield Improvement: Improveyieldsthroughout time.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Partner with other functions of the processing lines.

You Will Be Successful in This Role If

• Demonstrate ability and eagerness to learn and become subject matter expert on assigned equipment.
• Support team to achieve operational completeness of mechanical installation and documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.
• Adapt to changing priorities and environments without losing sight of all tasks.

Basic Qualifications

• Proventrack recordof excellenceinpreviousjobs and activities
• Strong interest in materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems for wet chemistry and/ or high temperature processing
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to support root cause investigations
• Experience in production/ industrial environments
• Excellent communication, technical documentation, and leadership skills
• Willingness to relocate to Emery County, Utah.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in high-performance or safety‑critical production environments
• Deep understanding of quality and reliability protocols
• Hands‑on laboratory and production experience
• Ceramic processing, SolGel casting, high temperature production
• Chemical processing plants, wastewater treatment

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What We Offer

• Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
• Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
• 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

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