Mechanical Analyst Engineer
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Kairos Power
Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structures & Components
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Nuclear Power, Energy, Engineering ServicesIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess an MS or PhD degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field, with at least 15 years of experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and strong preference for experience with APDL and Usermat (Ansys) or UMAT (Abaqus). Knowledge of inelastic deformation and failure mechanisms of ductile structural components operating at high temperature and under irradiation is required, as is knowledge of Fracture Mechanics, alongside preferred experience with Construction and Fitness-for-Service codes such as ASME III & XI, API 579, UK R5/R6, BS-7910, and RCC-MRx. Experience with scientific and scripting programming languages like C++, Fortran, Python, and Matlab is also required, along with expertise in model calibration, optimization, and uncertainty quantification.
Responsibilities
The Principal Engineer will lead the extension and application of structural integrity assessment methods and procedures to future commercial FHR units, conduct and review defect tolerance (DTA) and fitness-for-service (FFS) assessments of KP-FHR SSCs, support the company’s design-for-construction and materials qualification efforts by performing and reviewing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of metallic SSCs, lead the development, verification, and validation of deformation and damage models of high carbon stainless steels, and collaborate cross-functionally with various engineering teams on efforts such as uncertainty quantification, software Quality Assurance, software and hardware acquisition, and support of management and work program leadership in meeting company’s licensing milestones and deliverables. They will also perform other duties as assigned.
Skills
Finite Element Analysis
FEA
APDL
Usermat
UMAT
Ansys
Abaqus
Inelastic deformation
Failure mechanisms
Structural integrity assessment
Damage modeling
Uncertainty quantification
Software Quality Assurance
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.
Key Metrics
Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$19.5KTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
201-500Employees