Job Summary

Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer with expertise in the development and implementation of chemical and physical processes stream related equipment, to support the Kairos Power fuels program. In this role, you will work within an engineering team to design, construct, commission, and optimize performance of the process equipment necessary for TRISO particle fabrication. You will also work cross-functionally with facility operations, facility engineers, quality assurance, and environmental, health and safety (EHS) to enable supporting functions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret process engineering information communicated via Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), including heat and material balances, process envelopes, and their integration into mechanical designs.
• Develop equipment specifications and size equipment such as tanks, vessels, valves, lines, and pumps based on process needs.
• Prepare equipment lists and data sheets for equipment.
• Develop and/or approve manufacturing drawings for custom-designed equipment.
• Interface with vendors for procurement of equipment and instruments.
• Work with the Lead Responsible Engineer to develop the equipment commissioning plan and procedures.
• Coordinate with facility operations to implement, test, and optimize TRISO fuel fabrication processes.
• Provide technical oversight of fuel fabrication processes and incorporate best practices for continuous improvement.
• Work with other engineers and technologists to understand mechanical deficiencies and opportunities for process equipment improvements, incorporating those learnings into design improvements.
• Partner with manufacturing team and participate in equipment manufacturing, assembly, and test certification of process equipment skids.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline.
• 5+ years performing duties in a process or mechanical engineering role in a chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, or manufacturing setting.
• Experience in generating Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Heat & Material Balances (H&MBs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment lists, and utility consumption lists.
• Experience working with hazardous processes and chemicals, including the implementation of appropriate safety controls.
• Experience in commissioning new vendor-supplied equipment, as well as being able to commission in-house designed equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient with engineering software programs including CAD, SolidWorks, and modeling software.
• Ability to work with highly collaborative teams.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement of existing equipment.
• Ability to verify process designs against mechanical designs, in keeping with operational and maintenance interfaces to ensure that systems and facility are optimal from an installation, integration, operational and maintenance perspective.
• Familiar with process documentation, including PFDs and P&IDs, and how they inform industrial system operations and integration.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document plans and effectively convey information across engineering, operations, and leadership teams.
• Ability to be proactive and adaptable.
• 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 Demands

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• 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 10 pounds in all directions.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Conditions

• General office environment.
• Noisy environments.
• Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions.
• 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 5%

Additional Requirements

• Seldom requires working weekends.
• Occasionally requires schedule flexibility.
• Seldom requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines.

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Job Summary  

Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Engineer with expertise in the development and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for chemical and physical processes to support the Kairos Power fuels program. In this role, you will work within a process and mechanical engineering team to facilitate design, construct, commission, and optimize process equipment and automation systems necessary for TRISO particle fabrication. You will also work cross-functionally with facility operations, facility engineers, quality assurance, and environmental, health & safety (EHS) to enable supporting functions. 

Responsibilities  

• Perform IC&E engineering functions, including supporting the development and implementation of process automation control to support the responsible engineer’s process control narrative and safety design approach.
• Support the responsible engineer in the development of equipment and instrumentation specifications to enable process control for tanks, vessels, valves, lines, and pumps based on process and operational needs as outlined by the responsible engineer.
• Support responsible engineers in the preparation of and maintenance of equipment and instrumentation lists and data sheets.
• Support the responsible engineer in working with the CAD design team to plan cabling, instrumentation and electrical/interface requirements on skid designs supporting process automation.
• Support the responsible engineer in interfacing with vendors and suppliers for procurement of equipment and instruments.
• Support the responsible engineer to develop the equipment commissioning plan, procedures and test documentation.
• Collaborate with the responsible engineer in coordinating with facility operations to implement, optimize and sustain TRISO fuel fabrication processes and associated control systems.
• Support responsible engineers in providing technical instrumentation oversight for fuel fabrication processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement to improve safety, yield, reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency. 
• Support responsible engineers in process hazard analyses (e.g., HAZOPs, What-If analyses) by participating in team-based, design and operational safety reviews.
• Support responsible engineers in troubleshooting of process upsets, instrumentation equipment failures and quality deviations during fabrication, commissioning and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or similar discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. 
• 1+ years of experience performing duties as an IC&E engineer in a chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, or manufacturing setting.
• Experience in reading and interpreting PFDs, P&IDs, equipment lists, and utility consumption lists.
• Experience working with hazardous processes and chemicals and implementing appropriate safety controls.
• Experience in commissioning new vendor supplied equipment, as well as being able to commission in-house designed equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Capability in using Cause-and-Effect (C&E) diagrams developed by responsible engineers, to inform controls sequencing.
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings to support IC&E design needs, in terms of cable routing.
• Proven team player with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with highly collaborative teams.
• Being able to identify opportunities for improvement of existing equipment.
• Ability to support design reviews by comparing process design intent against mechanical designs and identifying installation, integration, operational, and maintenance interface considerations under guidance.  
• Familiar with process documentation, including PFDs and P&IDs, and how they inform industrial system operations and integration.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to clearly document plans and effectively convey information across engineering, operations and leadership teams.
• Ability to be proactive and adaptable.
• 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 

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• 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 10 pounds in all directions.
• Communicating with others to exchange information. 

Environmental Conditions  

• General office environment.
• Noisy environments.
• Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions.
• 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, etc. 

Travel  

• Some travel may be required, up to 5% 

Additional Requirements   

• Seldomly requires working weekends.
• Occasionally requires schedule flexibility.
• Seldomly requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines.  

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Job Summary 

Reporting to the Fuel Operations Manager, this position contributes to the development and production of pebble fuel for Kairos Power’s fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor. The individual selected for this position will help construct, operate, and maintain and assemble equipment and work with engineers to execute the annular fuels R&D program. As part of an operations team, the individual selected for this position will run the manufacturing process for the facility, as well as implement other mechanical assembly, support and operation as required by code or regulation. This individual thrives in a fast-paced, positive environment, which values continuous improvement and accountability.

Responsibilities

Mechanical Assembly and Troubleshooting 

• Carefully assembling mechanical components according to detailed instructions and blueprints.
• Aligning and positioning parts to ensure proper fit and function.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and specialized fixtures to secure components.
• Checking for tolerances and quality control during assembly.
• Performs troubleshooting of malfunctioning equipment and develops solutions to restore equipment to operation.
• Assists engineering staff in developing the critical operations program and critical spares list.
• Read and interpret design plans, and prepare layouts for assembling components
• Participate in engineering reviews and studies to support future equipment and facility upgrades.

Facility Operations

• Execute the manufacturing processes associated with the annular fuels program.
• Support the day-to-day operations of the facility; Startup, run, and shutdown heavy machinery and auxiliary equipment.
• Assist in performing and evaluating both destructive and non-destructive tests on annular fuel. Document results under the QA program.
• Identify equipment issues, provide recommended corrective actions, and participate in root cause analysis as necessary.
• Perform lockout-tagout of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Work with hazardous chemicals and radiological materials within gloveboxes, fume hoods, or other engineered containment enclosures.
• Use tools such as drills, grinders, calipers, and presses, etc.
• Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
• Understand and adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and/or work experience equivalent to 6+ years in mechanical assembly, pipefitting, or mechanical trades. Experience in maintenance, fabrication shops, manufacturing, or process plant work experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED certificate required. Associates degree in Mechatronics, Millwright, or completion of trade school/vocational certification program preferred.
• Experience working from procedures, P&IDs, construction drawings, work permits, and technical manuals.
• Experience developing or contributing to work instructions and standard operating procedures preferred.
• Certification in forklift or aerial lift operation (or ability to obtain).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical parts like hydraulics, motors, welding, and belt systems and how to work safely in those environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Capacity and willingness to learn and perform new duties or more complex assignments.
• Ability to work within a 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 Demands

• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 40 pounds in all directions
• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Operating motor vehicles, heavy equipment, or machinery
• Repetitive assembly operations of manufacturing test fixtures and test setups in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams 
• Use hand tools

Environmental Conditions 

• High temperatures occasionally
• Noisy environments occasionally
• Lab or Manufacturing Environment
• Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced
• Rigging activities or environments involving heavy load movement
• Elevated heights
• Radiological or Controlled Environment

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, respirators, gloves, safety shoes, etc.

Certification

• Certification in forklift or aerial lift operation (or ability to obtain).

Additional Requirements

• Occasionally requires working weekends
• Occasionally requires schedule flexibility
• Occasionally requires non-standard work-week hours
• Occasionally requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines

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