Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structur…
Kairos Power- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, or chemistry, and possess experience performing criticality safety evaluations as part of a nuclear facility safety basis. Proficiency with MCNP and SCALE codes is required, along with knowledge of nuclear science, physics of criticality, and chemistry, and familiarity with the nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear fuel cycle facility accident scenarios.
The Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer will be responsible for performing criticality safety evaluations for nuclear reactor and fuel cycle facilities, identifying and evaluating NCS hazards, developing criticality code validation reports, demonstrating compliance with the double-contingency principle, documenting criticality hazard analyses and CSEs, evaluating and implementing controlled parameters, developing the criticality accident alarm system and inadvertent criticality emergency response plan, performing radiation shielding analysis, supporting development of shielding systems, and supporting safety basis development and licensing efforts, as well as administering the NCS program, methodologies, and management measures.
Develops advanced fission power plants
Oklo develops advanced fission power plants that utilize a unique approach to the fission reaction, ensuring safety and enabling the use of nuclear waste as fuel. Their main product, the Aurora reactor, generates up to 15 megawatts of power and can run for over 10 years without refueling, making it both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Oklo distinguishes itself from competitors by focusing on recycling nuclear waste and providing energy solutions for a variety of clients, including industrial facilities and remote communities. The company's goal is to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy while transforming the nuclear energy sector.