Full-Time

Licensing Engineer

Civil and Construction Engineering

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Kairos Power

Kairos Power

201-500 employees

Designs and demonstrates advanced nuclear reactors

Energy

Compensation Overview

$116.7k - $137kAnnually

Mid

Albuquerque, NM, USA + 3 more

More locations: Charlotte, NC, USA | Alameda, CA, USA | Oak Ridge, TN, USA

Onsite presence required at Alameda, CA headquarters.

Category
Structural Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Requirements
  • BS or MS degree in Nuclear, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in facility engineering design and construction, with seismic, geotechnical, or hydrological engineering experience highly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of civil/structural and seismic system design, including analysis, design, and implementation of engineering solutions
  • Eager to learn and develop skills in nuclear licensing, with a proactive and growth-oriented mindset
  • Demonstrated coordination skills including advisory, relationship, and stakeholder management skills fit to handle a small / start-up environment
  • Proven team player with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • 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
  • Develops licensing document content, programs, and supporting licensing related products and activities specifically geared toward the reactor facility construction and engineering, with a focus on civil/structural, geotechnical, hydrological, and seismic aspects
  • Supports planning, development, and defense of Kairos license applications
  • Supports pre-application meeting interactions with the USNRC
  • Prepares licensing strategies supporting license application development and execution
  • Leads resolution of key strategic licensing issues (e.g., development of regulatory programs such as civil/structural inspection and testing programs, seismic/structural analysis, et al.)
  • Coordinates with and supports development of safety analysis documentation
  • Coordinates with and supports development of testing programs to meet regulatory requirements
  • Supports NRC construction inspection program
  • Supports Project Management and Engineering teams to develop execution plans. (schedules, milestones, cost models, decision criteria, etc.) that meet Kairos Power’s objectives
  • Identification and roll down of top-level regulatory requirements into design requirements
  • Other duties as assigned
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity or experience in development of Preliminary and Final Safety Analysis Reports (PSARs and FSARs) and Operating License Applications (OLAs), particularly for design of structures, systems, and components, and other licensing considerations preferred
  • Experience in system design, with thorough understanding of evaluation, design, and implementation of new technologies

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 usage. 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. Their 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

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

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

What critics are saying

  • Potential delays in Hermes 2 construction could affect timelines and finances.
  • Google partnership may face regulatory hurdles, impacting the 2035 rollout.
  • New Mexico expansion might encounter local regulatory challenges or community resistance.

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 strategic partnerships, like with Google, enhance its market position.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan