Kairos Power · 3 months ago
Fuels Program Mechanical Technologist
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expKairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company focused on enabling the transition to clean energy. They are seeking a Fuels Program Mechanical Technologist to contribute to the development and production of pebble fuel for their fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor, involving mechanical assembly, facility operations, and support for engineering processes.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringNuclearOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Carefully assembling mechanical components according to detailed instructions and blueprints
Aligning and positioning parts to ensure proper fit and function
Using hand tools, power tools, and specialized fixtures to secure components
Checking for tolerances and quality control during assembly
Performs troubleshooting of malfunctioning equipment and develops solutions to restore equipment to operation
Assists engineering staff in developing the critical operations program and critical spares list
Read and interpret design plans, and prepare layouts for assembling components
Participate in engineering reviews and studies to support future equipment and facility upgrades
Execute the manufacturing processes associated with the annular fuels program
Support the day-to-day operations of the facility; Startup, run, and shutdown heavy machinery and auxiliary equipment
Assist in performing and evaluating both destructive and non-destructive tests on annular fuel. Document results under the QA program
Identify equipment issues, provide recommended corrective actions, and participate in root cause analysis as necessary
Perform lockout-tagout of mechanical and electrical equipment
Work with hazardous chemicals and radiological materials within gloveboxes, fume hoods, or other engineered containment enclosures
Use tools such as drills, grinders, calipers, and presses, etc
Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts
Understand and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Combination of education and/or work experience equivalent to 6+ years in mechanical assembly, pipefitting, or mechanical trades
High school diploma or GED certificate required
Experience working from procedures, P&IDs, construction drawings, work permits, and technical manuals
Thorough knowledge of mechanical parts like hydraulics, motors, welding, and belt systems and how to work safely in those environments
Strong mechanical aptitude and experience in a heavy manufacturing environment
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
Strong problem-solving and time management skills
Capacity and willingness to learn and perform new duties or more complex assignments
Ability to work within a 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
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 40 pounds in all directions
Communicating with others to exchange information
Operating motor vehicles, heavy equipment, or machinery
Repetitive assembly operations of manufacturing test fixtures and test setups in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams
Use hand tools
Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions
Wearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, respirators, gloves, safety shoes, etc
Preferred
Experience in maintenance, fabrication shops, manufacturing, or process plant work experience preferred
Associates degree in Mechatronics, Millwright, or completion of trade school/vocational certification program preferred
Experience developing or contributing to work instructions and standard operating procedures preferred
Certification in forklift or aerial lift operation (or ability to obtain)
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)
Company
Kairos Power
Kairos Power is an ancient Greek word that relates the importance of timeliness and a call to action.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
New Mexico Economic Development DepartmentBloombergNEF
2022-06-03Grant· $0.02M
2022-04-14Grant
Leadership Team
Mike Laufer
CEO
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