Fuels Mechanical Engineer at Kairos Power

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Nuclear Energy, Clean EnergyIndustries

Requirements

B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline
5+ years performing duties as a process or mechanical engineering role in a chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, or manufacturing setting
Experience in generating Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Heat & Material Balances (H&MBs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment lists, and utility consumption lists
Experience working with hazardous processes and chemicals, including the implementation of appropriate safety controls
Experience in commissioning new vendor supplied equipment, as well as being able to commission in-house designed equipment
Proficient with engineering software programs including CAD, SolidWorks and modeling software
Team player with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with highly collaborative teams
Ability to identify opportunities for improvement of existing equipment
Ability to verify process designs against mechanical designs, in keeping with operational and maintenance interfaces to ensure that systems and facility are optimal from an installation, integration, operational and maintenance perspective
Familiar with process documentation, including PFDs and P&IDs and how they inform industrial system operations and integration
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments while maintaining attention to detail

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply process engineering information communicated via Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s) as well as understanding heat and material balances and process envelopes contained within mechanical designs
Develop equipment specifications and size equipment such as tanks, vessels, valves, lines, and pumps based on process needs
Prepare and maintain equipment lists, specifications and data sheets for equipment
Develop and/or approve manufacturing drawings for custom equipment
Interface with vendors for procurement of equipment and instruments
Work with the lead Responsible Engineer to develop the equipment commissioning plan, procedures and documentation for process systems
Coordinate with facility operations to implement, test and optimize TRISO fuel fabrication processes
Provide oversight of fuel fabrication processes and incorporate best practices for continuous improvement
Work with other engineers and technologists to understand mechanical deficiencies and opportunities for process equipment improvements and incorporate those learnings into design improvements
Interface with manufacturing team and participate in equipment manufacturing, assembly and test certification of process equipment skids
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Process Flow Diagrams

PFDs

Heat and Material Balances

Equipment Sizing

Pumps

Valves

Vessels

TRISO Fabrication

Commissioning

Manufacturing Drawings

Vendor Management

Procurement

Kairos Power

Designs and demonstrates advanced nuclear reactors

About Kairos Power

Kairos Power focuses on providing clean and affordable energy solutions through advanced nuclear reactor technology. Their main product, the Kairos Power Fluoride Salt-Cooled High-Temperature Reactor (KP-FHR), is designed to be cost-competitive with natural gas while maintaining a near-zero carbon footprint and low water usage. This technology is aimed at utility companies, government agencies, and private firms seeking sustainable energy options. Unlike many competitors, Kairos Power emphasizes the integrated design, licensing, and demonstration of their reactors to prove their safety and reliability. Their goal is to attract investments and partnerships to scale their technology and contribute to a cleaner energy future.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$19.5KTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

EnergyIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Potential delays in Hermes 2 construction could affect timelines and finances.

Google partnership may face regulatory hurdles, impacting the 2035 rollout.

New Mexico expansion might encounter local regulatory challenges or community resistance.

Differentiation

Kairos Power's KP-FHR reactor offers near-zero carbon emissions and low water usage.

The company focuses on advanced nuclear technology, setting it apart from traditional energy firms.

Kairos Power's strategic partnerships, like with Google, enhance its market position.

Upsides

The U.S. NRC approved construction permits for Kairos Power's Hermes 2 Demonstration Plant.

Kairos Power's agreement with Google aims for 500MW nuclear projects by 2035.

The Inflation Reduction Act provides tax credits, boosting nuclear project financial viability.

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