Kairos Power
Process Design Engineer, Inert Gas System
Kairos Power, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
Job Summary
Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Process Design Engineer to join our Inert Gas System team. In this role, you will be immersed in a collaborative environment to contribute to the design, optimization, and documentation of the Inert Gas System for Kairos Power's first low-power demonstration reactor, future commercial units, and related test systems. This position will allow you to make meaningful contributions within a multi-disciplinary team that is driving innovation in the field of advanced nuclear energy.
Responsibilities
Produce engineering calculations and reports for sizing of process equipment and instruments (vessels, heat exchangers, control valves, relief valves, compressors, blowers, etc.)
Collaborate closely with our internal procurement team and external vendors to identify potential components that align with system requirements
Lead the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, systematically comparing proposed solutions, and thoroughly reviewing datasheets, drawings, and documentation
Actively engage in fielding vendor Requests for Information (RFIs), addressing inquiries effectively to ensure a comprehensive understanding of product offerings
Review and redline piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and process flow diagrams (PFDs) to appropriately represent system design
Develop and document system design, modes of operation, required controls and interlocks, and maintenance plans for full plant life cycle
Interface with Mechanical Design, Structural, Instrumentation & Controls, Operations, and other Process Design Engineers to ensure designs meet plant needs
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
7+ years of relevant industry experience in refining, chemical, or power generation process design engineering (or equivalent industry)
Proficient in interpreting Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and process equipment datasheets
Experience working directly with external vendors to design and deliver process equipment
Knowledge of HazOp process and demonstrated experience designing with a safety-first mindset to create robust systems
Knowledge of process simulation and/or hydraulic simulation software (Aspen Plus, Pro/II, Hysys, AFT Fathom/Arrow, SiNet, Apros, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work with highly collaborative team with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated capacity for autonomous problem-solving
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 Conditions
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Communicating with others to exchange information
Environmental Conditions
General office environment
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
Travel
Some travel may be required (up to 20%)
Additional Requirements
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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Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Process Design Engineer to join our Inert Gas System team. In this role, you will be immersed in a collaborative environment to contribute to the design, optimization, and documentation of the Inert Gas System for Kairos Power's first low-power demonstration reactor, future commercial units, and related test systems. This position will allow you to make meaningful contributions within a multi-disciplinary team that is driving innovation in the field of advanced nuclear energy.
Responsibilities
Produce engineering calculations and reports for sizing of process equipment and instruments (vessels, heat exchangers, control valves, relief valves, compressors, blowers, etc.)
Collaborate closely with our internal procurement team and external vendors to identify potential components that align with system requirements
Lead the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, systematically comparing proposed solutions, and thoroughly reviewing datasheets, drawings, and documentation
Actively engage in fielding vendor Requests for Information (RFIs), addressing inquiries effectively to ensure a comprehensive understanding of product offerings
Review and redline piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and process flow diagrams (PFDs) to appropriately represent system design
Develop and document system design, modes of operation, required controls and interlocks, and maintenance plans for full plant life cycle
Interface with Mechanical Design, Structural, Instrumentation & Controls, Operations, and other Process Design Engineers to ensure designs meet plant needs
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
7+ years of relevant industry experience in refining, chemical, or power generation process design engineering (or equivalent industry)
Proficient in interpreting Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and process equipment datasheets
Experience working directly with external vendors to design and deliver process equipment
Knowledge of HazOp process and demonstrated experience designing with a safety-first mindset to create robust systems
Knowledge of process simulation and/or hydraulic simulation software (Aspen Plus, Pro/II, Hysys, AFT Fathom/Arrow, SiNet, Apros, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work with highly collaborative team with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated capacity for autonomous problem-solving
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 Conditions
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Communicating with others to exchange information
Environmental Conditions
General office environment
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
Travel
Some travel may be required (up to 20%)
Additional Requirements
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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