Power Generation Engineer (m/w/d)

Job Description

Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world’s transition to clean energy, with the ultimate goal to dramatically improve people’s quality of life while protecting the environment. This goal will be accomplished through the commercialization of the fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (FHR) that can be deployed with robust safety, affordable costs, and flexible operation to accommodate the expansion of variable renewables.

We are seeking a motivated Power Generation Engineer to support the development of the KP-FHR Power Generation System (PGS), including steam cycles and associated equipment. In this role, you will primarily assist in analyzing system performance, vetting proposals from senior engineers and external partners, and ensuring the integration of effective solutions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise in nuclear power systems while contributing to cutting-edge, impactful technology.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of the KP-FHR PGS, focusing on the steam cycle and its associated equipment
• Evaluate and vet technical proposals and designs submitted by senior engineers and external vendors for feasibility and compliance with project specifications
• Conduct performance simulations and data analysis to support design decisions and optimize system efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to provide insights and recommendations based on analysis results
• Support documentation efforts, including reports, specifications, and design drawings, to ensure thorough records of system development
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to discussions regarding system design, challenges, and solutions
• Stay informed on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to power conversion systems
• Provide support in the preparation of presentations and technical reports for stakeholders
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in engineering analysis, preferably in power conversion systems or nuclear power
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles as they relate to steam cycles
• Proficiency in engineering simulation tools and software (e.g., Aspen Plus, Thermoflex) is a plus
• Ability to analyze complex technical information and provide clear recommendations
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation and reporting
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Ability to foster an environment that creates new and better ways to be successful
• Excellent communication/presentation, and interpersonal skills; must be able to interact and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, and with external partners
• Ability to work with highly collaborative team
• Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently
• Prioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and others
• Ability to proactively collect, manage and transfer knowledge
• Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues

Physical Conditions

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Conditions

• General office environment
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced

Safety and PPE

• Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
• Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions

Travel

• Some travel may be required, up to 25%

Additional Requirements

• Occasionally requires schedule flexibility
• Occasionally requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines

The salary range for this position is $116,400 to $137,000 for employees working onsite at our Alameda, CA headquarters. The range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate of candidates hired in California. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and a comparison to other employees already in the role.

About our Benefits

We know that we have some of the most talented and dedicated employees, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, full-time employees (excludes interns) expect to have access to the benefits below:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA)

Kairos Power is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we do business. Kairos Power is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively welcome people of different experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Kairos Power participates in E-Verify.

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Note: You are applying for a position that is located in a facility that handles information that is subject to export control restrictions by the Department of Energy under 10 CFR Part 810. To work in this facility, you need to be authorized by the Department of Energy to access Part 810-controlled information. Foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the Department of Energy’s general authorization list (link below) are not permitted to work in our facility unless the Department of Energy issues an export control license to the company to permit that individual to have access to Part 810-controlled information. The following questions are intended to determine the licensing requirements that may apply. link