Posted on:September 11, 2026

Mechanical Technician at Nusano

Nusano is hiring a Mechanical Technician in West Valley City, UT, US. On-site.

About Nusano

Nusano is a privately held US-based physics company that produces medical radioisotopes for cancer treatments and diagnostics, and develops technologies for HALEU fuel for nuclear energy platforms and nuclear batteries for land, sea, air, and space applications. Its work spans healthcare, nuclear energy, and national security.

Mechanical Technician job description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of an Engineer perform mechanical assembly tasks including mounting components and performing rough alignment, mating vacuum flanges, making plumbing connections, hydrostatic testing, and ultrasonic parts cleaning.

Attention to detail, the ability to interpret drawings, and a focus on safety are musts and is key to success in this role.

This is a part-time internship position with expectation of up to 20 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Familiarity with basic mechanical assembly

  • Ability to read schematics and diagrams including P&ID diagrams

  • Possess knowledge of basic hand tools such as torque wrenches, calipers, drills, taps and dies, and the ability to properly use and care for them

  • Other duties or locations as assigned by Manager

  • Strong reading comprehension, attention to detail, and organized

  • Ability to stand for long periods of time

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds independently, with assistance or appropriate equipment for heavier items

  • Up to 20 hours per week availability, must be willing to work overtime and/or weekends when needed

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A self-starter; ability to be punctual and dependable

  • Ability to meet deadlines

  • Good vacuum hygiene practices

  • Alignment and metrology familiarity

  • Proficient in basic math (algebra)

  • Proficient in measuring tools as required

  • Proficient in using computers to obtain and document information.

 

About Nusano:

Nusano is a privately held physics company working to stabilize supply chains, advance American national security, and enable once-in-a-generation innovations in fields ranging from healthcare to nuclear energy.

Nusano is commercializing platform technologies for radioisotope production, stable isotope enrichment, and advanced separation techniques. Together, these proprietary systems and methods are poised to supply the fight against cancer and help fuel the nuclear renaissance.

Our team of innovators — bring curiosity, ingenuity, and heart to solving some of the world’s hardest problems.

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