Full-Time

Principal Engineer

Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structures & Components

Updated on 2/3/2025

Kairos Power

Kairos Power

201-500 employees

Designs and demonstrates advanced nuclear reactors

Energy

Compensation Overview

$166.7k - $208.4kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
MATLAB
C/C++

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 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
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and adjust workload based upon changing priorities
  • Proven 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
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
Desired Qualifications
  • APDL & Usermat (Ansys) or UMAT (Abaqus) experience strongly preferred
  • 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

Kairos Power focuses on providing clean and affordable energy solutions through advanced nuclear reactor technology. Their main product, the Kairos Power Fluoride Salt-Cooled High-Temperature Reactor (KP-FHR), is designed to be cost-competitive with natural gas while maintaining a near-zero carbon footprint and low water consumption. This technology is aimed at utility companies, government agencies, and private firms seeking sustainable energy options. Unlike many competitors, Kairos Power emphasizes the integrated design, licensing, and demonstration of their reactors to prove their safety and reliability. The company's goal is to attract investments and partnerships to scale their technology and contribute to a cleaner energy future.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$19.5K

Headquarters

Alameda, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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What believers are saying

  • The U.S. NRC approved construction permits for the Hermes 2 Demonstration Plant.
  • Kairos Power's agreement with Google aims for 500MW nuclear projects by 2035.
  • The Inflation Reduction Act provides tax credits for advanced nuclear technologies.

What critics are saying

  • Potential delays in Hermes 2 construction could impact financial projections.
  • Technological and regulatory hurdles may affect the Google partnership's success.
  • Reliance on government funding poses risks if political priorities shift.

What makes Kairos Power unique

  • Kairos Power's KP-FHR reactor offers near-zero carbon emissions and low water usage.
  • The company focuses on advanced nuclear technology, setting it apart from traditional energy firms.
  • Kairos Power's partnership with Google highlights its innovative approach to nuclear energy.

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