Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer - Alameda, United States - Kairos Power

Kairos Power Alameda, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Company Overview

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.

Job Summary

Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise relevant to mechanical design, 3-D modeling, and stress analysis of components for high-temperature systems. The successful candidate will be focusing on the design and analysis of reactor vessel internal components intended for a first-of-a-kind Kairos Power FHR (KP-FHR) reactivity control and shutdown system.

Responsibilities

Support the design, analysis, and prototyping of first-of-a-kind components of the KP-FHR reactivity control and shutdown system
Perform mechanical design tradeoff and optimization studies
Perform static and dynamic calculations for KP-FHR systems, structures, and components to evaluate stresses due to seismic, thermal, and primary loads using analytical and finite element analysis (FEA) methods
Maintain knowledge of and assess compliance with applicable codes and standards such as ASME, ANSI, ASTM, and others
Create and update computer-aided design (CAD) models that meet the KP-FHR requirements and ensure their compatibility with interfacing systems, structures, and components
Create or direct the creation of engineering drawings and coordinate prototype fabrication with internal manufacturing operations and suppliers
Contribute to make/buy analysis, supplier selections, and the development of manufacturing and assembly plans
Work with internal testing teams to coordinate component prototype testing and develop qualification test plans
Generate engineering reports documenting design and analysis details, technical specifications, and test results
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Materials Engineering or related field
7+ years of experience using analytical methods and FEA simulations to perform thermal and stress analysis required; Ansys experience strongly preferred
7+ years of experience in mechanical design and CAD modeling required; SolidWorks experience strongly preferred
Experience designing in quality-controlled environments with high attention to detail such as Nuclear, Energy, Chemical, Petrochemical, Defense, or Aerospace applications is preferred
Experience interfacing with manufacturing teams and an understanding of manufacturing processes is preferred
Experience with drafting, design for manufacturing, and GD&T is preferred
Experience with design and analysis of high-temperature and/or molten salt-wetted components under irradiation is desired
Experience with design and manufacturing of nuclear reactor internals, such as fuel and control rod assemblies, is desired
Familiarity with applicable codes and standards, such as ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 1 and 2, and Section III Division 5, is desired
Proven team player with excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, and verbal communication skills
Ability to function in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Ability to work with highly collaborative team
Ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
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
Prioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and others

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
Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 20 pounds in all directions
Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Conditions

General office environment;
Noisy environments (e.g. manufacturing and testing areas)
Accessing 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
Wearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes, as required

Travel

Some travel may be required (up to 20%)

Additional Requirements

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

To be completed by Recruiter:

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.

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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.

Candidates only, no recruiters or agencies please.

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.

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