Kairos Power
Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structures & Compo
Kairos Power, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structures & Components
Alameda, CA or Remote Overview
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 Reporting to the Manager, Structural Integrity & Materials Modeling, the Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structures & Components (SSCs) will drive the development and deployment of novel analysis methods and numerical models used for the design, licensing and operation of the Kairos Power fluoride salt-cooled, high-temperature reactors (KP-FHRs). They will also closely support the Materials and Engineering Design teams with ongoing and future qualification testing, design-for-construction and fitness-for-service programs. Responsibilities
Lead the extension and application of structural integrity assessment methods and procedures to future commercial FHR units Conduct and review defect tolerance (DTA) and fitness-for-service (FFS) assessments of KP-FHR SSCs Support the company’s design-for-construction and materials qualification efforts by performing and reviewing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of metallic SSCs Lead the development, verification and validation of deformation and damage models of high carbon stainless steels Collaborate cross-functionally with various engineering teams on efforts such as uncertainty quantification (UQ), software Quality Assurance (SQA), software and hardware acquisition, and support of management and work program leadership in meeting company’s licensing milestones and deliverables Other duties as assigned Qualifications
MS or PhD degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field strongly preferred 15+ years of experience with FEA required; APDL & Usermat (Ansys) or UMAT (Abaqus) experience strongly preferred Knowledge of inelastic deformation and failure mechanisms of ductile structural components operating at high temperature and under irradiation required and preferred, respectively Knowledge of Fracture Mechanics is required; Experience in application and knowledge of Construction and Fitness-for-Service codes (e.g., ASME III & XI, API 579, UK R5/R6, BS-7910, RCC-MRx) is preferred Working experience with scientific & scripting programming languages (e.g., C++, Fortran, Python and Matlab) Working experience with model calibration and optimization techniques as well uncertainty quantification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of inelastic deformation Knowledge of Fracture Mechanics Ability to function in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and adjust workload based upon changing priorities Team player with excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, and verbal communication skills 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 Demands
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 Noisy environments (if visiting manufacturing areas to collaborate) Accessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced Autonomously driven and demanding atmosphere 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 10%) to other Kairos Power offices and meeting locations. The salary range for this position is $166,700 to $208,400 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 maybe used to determine your actual salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, ability and 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. The following information is collected for government reporting purposes. Completion of the voluntary self-identification survey is optional and confidential. This information will not be used in hiring decisions. For more details, see the Voluntary Self-Identification sections below. Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Kairos Power’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
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Alameda, CA or Remote Overview
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 Reporting to the Manager, Structural Integrity & Materials Modeling, the Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structures & Components (SSCs) will drive the development and deployment of novel analysis methods and numerical models used for the design, licensing and operation of the Kairos Power fluoride salt-cooled, high-temperature reactors (KP-FHRs). They will also closely support the Materials and Engineering Design teams with ongoing and future qualification testing, design-for-construction and fitness-for-service programs. Responsibilities
Lead the extension and application of structural integrity assessment methods and procedures to future commercial FHR units Conduct and review defect tolerance (DTA) and fitness-for-service (FFS) assessments of KP-FHR SSCs Support the company’s design-for-construction and materials qualification efforts by performing and reviewing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of metallic SSCs Lead the development, verification and validation of deformation and damage models of high carbon stainless steels Collaborate cross-functionally with various engineering teams on efforts such as uncertainty quantification (UQ), software Quality Assurance (SQA), software and hardware acquisition, and support of management and work program leadership in meeting company’s licensing milestones and deliverables Other duties as assigned Qualifications
MS or PhD degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field strongly preferred 15+ years of experience with FEA required; APDL & Usermat (Ansys) or UMAT (Abaqus) experience strongly preferred Knowledge of inelastic deformation and failure mechanisms of ductile structural components operating at high temperature and under irradiation required and preferred, respectively Knowledge of Fracture Mechanics is required; Experience in application and knowledge of Construction and Fitness-for-Service codes (e.g., ASME III & XI, API 579, UK R5/R6, BS-7910, RCC-MRx) is preferred Working experience with scientific & scripting programming languages (e.g., C++, Fortran, Python and Matlab) Working experience with model calibration and optimization techniques as well uncertainty quantification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of inelastic deformation Knowledge of Fracture Mechanics Ability to function in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and adjust workload based upon changing priorities Team player with excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, and verbal communication skills 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 Demands
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 Noisy environments (if visiting manufacturing areas to collaborate) Accessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced Autonomously driven and demanding atmosphere 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 10%) to other Kairos Power offices and meeting locations. The salary range for this position is $166,700 to $208,400 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 maybe used to determine your actual salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, ability and 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. The following information is collected for government reporting purposes. Completion of the voluntary self-identification survey is optional and confidential. This information will not be used in hiring decisions. For more details, see the Voluntary Self-Identification sections below. Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Kairos Power’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Form CC-305 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Disability Status Select... PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
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