2026 New Graduate - Electrical Engineer

Radiant is seeking a highly motivated early career Electrical Engineer to develop new hardware with an experienced engineering team in a fast-paced startup environment! The electrical team solves technical challenges in batteries, power systems, instrumentation and controls, test development, and electrical system integration. You'll get exposure to interdisciplinary teams across software, nuclear and mechanical and deepening understanding of integrated systems. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact in Radiant's goal to be the first successfully fueled commercial reactor in over 50 years by 2026.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the electrical design and ownership of components and subsystems, including:

• Sensor and actuator selection and integration

• Low- and high-power electrical power distribution systems

• Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

• Control panel and enclosure design

• Cable and wiring harness design

• Assist in the design and setup of test stands for acceptance and qualification testing of components and subsystems

• Participate in system integration, troubleshooting, and validation activities

• Collect and interpret technical requirements and provide clear, constructive feedback to engineers across mechanical, software, and systems disciplines

• Develop, document, and execute test plans and procedures

• Perform basic trade studies and first-order analyses to support design decisions

• Document designs to support Design for Manufacturing (DFM), assembly, and testing

• Support subassembly design, manufacturing coordination, and test schedules

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Hands-on experience with electrical design and development through coursework, labs, internships, senior design projects, or engineering clubs
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, basic circuit analysis, and lab equipment

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Solid foundation in electrical systems design and analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills with a curiosity-driven, growth mindset
• Ability to apply first-principles thinking to engineering challenges
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in collaborative, cross-functional engineering teams
• Willingness to learn, take ownership of tasks, and grow technical responsibility over time

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to accomplish our mission
• Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ