Process Controls Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls - Alameda, United States - Kairos Power
Description
Company OverviewKairos 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 Process Instrumentation & Controls Engineer who will be working with a team who is be responsible for developing the process control narrative and subsequent control philosophy of the Kairos Power molten salt and nuclear systems.
In this role, you will contribute to the development programs for the Kairos Power Fluoride Salt-Cooled High Temperature Reactor (KP-FHR).
The ideal candidate has cross-discipline competence, with an understanding of both process design and control design.The successful candidate in this role will have a direct impact on the productivity of the Instrumentation Controls & Electrical Team and of the broader Kairos Power organization.
Responsibilities Ability to read and interpret Process Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Coordinate process controls design with process engineersDocument process controls narrativesForm Instrument and IO lists based on P&ID's using smart plant systemsDesign heater controls for large scale facilitiesHeater sizing analysis for controllabilitySpecify instrumentation for process controlsCommunicate with suppliers for instrumentation procurementDesign optimal control strategies including and not limited to model predictive controlWork through different stages of controls from concept to design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and testingProgramming may be required from time to timePerform and supervise installation and test of instrumentation and controls systemsProvide technical leadership on complex instrumentation projects that bridge multiple engineering disciplinesInterpret technical challenges related to Engineering Test and recommend solutions and best practicesSolve complex problems using a broad perspective to identify solutionsGuide others in resolving complex issues regarding data acquisition, instrumentation, and control of industrial processesMaintain a personal focus to execute on Process Instrumentation and ControlsOther duties as assignedQualifications BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar discipline.
temperature, pressure, flow, force, torque, displacement, fluid flow, pressure, temperature, motor position, motor speed, etc.
CAD experience preferred (AutoCad is a bonus)
Ability to work with highly collaborative teamAbility to problem solve quickly and efficientlyAbility to proactively collect, manage and transfer knowledgeAbility to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges, and issuesPrioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and othersPhysical Conditions Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the likeMoving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spacesRemaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periodsMoving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to anotherEnvironmental Conditions General office environmentNoisy environmentsHigh-concentration, demanding and fast-pacedTravelUp to 20% travel is requiredAdditional Requirements Seldomly requires schedule flexibilityThe salary range for this position is $88,100 to $103,600 for employees working onsite at our Alameda, CA headquarters.
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.#LI-OnsiteAbout our BenefitsWe 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 packagesMedical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependentsPaid Vacation401(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.