Principal Engineer - Power Generation System

March 5

🏄 California – Remote

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💵 $166.7k - $208.4k / year

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Kairos Power

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Kairos Power is a mission-driven engineering company focused on delivering clean, affordable, and safe energy through advanced reactor technology. The company specializes in the integrated design, licensing, and demonstration of a fluoride salt-cooled high temperature reactor, known as KP-FHR, which aims to be cost-competitive with natural gas and offers a path to a clean energy system with a near zero carbon footprint. With a focus on innovative engineering and a mission to improve quality of life while protecting the environment, Kairos Power's advanced reactor technology is designed for high availability, performance, and safety, featuring accident-resistant fuel and low-pressure coolant. The technology supports grid resiliency and security by providing dispatchable power, reducing maintenance and lifecycle costs, and enhancing the integration with renewable energy sources.

Engineering • Nuclear • Nuclear Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Reactor

201 - 500 employees

⚡ Energy

🔬 Science

📋 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: We are seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to lead the development of the KP-FHR Power Generation System (PGS), including steam cycles and associated equipment. Reporting to the Director of Power Generation Systems, you will develop technical design solutions to enable the rapid development and integration of KP-FHR PGS Structures, Systems and Components (SSCs). This role requires a visionary leader with extensive experience in thermal systems and power conversion technologies to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable operation of the plant's energy conversion processes. •Responsibilities: Design and develop the PGS, focusing on steam cycle, turbine, condenser, and related auxiliary systems options that meet Kairos Power’s FHR deployment objectives. Lead design trades, performance analyses and optimization of the steam cycle to maximize efficiency and output. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate the PGS with overall plant design and operations. Manage and coordinate external partners, suppliers, regulators and vendors in the area of power generation. Oversee the preparation of technical specifications, design documents, and system drawings for all PGS components. Perform feasibility studies and risk assessments related to power conversion technologies and systems. Mentor and guide engineering team, promoting professional growth and innovation in power conversion solutions. Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of technical concepts and strategies. Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of the PGS during the plant's startup phase. Stay abreast of industry advancements, best practices, and emerging technologies in power conversion and nuclear energy. Other duties as assigned.

🎯 Requirements

•M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field •15+ years of experience in the design and development of power conversion systems, particularly in the nuclear or thermal power sectors •Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles as they relate to steam cycles •Demonstrated experience in managing complex engineering projects and leading technical teams, with thorough understanding of evaluation, design, and licensing of a new technology •Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for nuclear power systems •Proficiency in engineering simulation and analysis software (e.g., Aspen Plus, Thermoflex, etc.) •Experience with heat transport systems using molten salt or other high temperature fluids is a plus •Track record of physical hardware deployment is a plus •Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of optimizing system performance •Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information to varied audiences •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

🏖️ Benefits

•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)