Kairos Power · 1 week ago
Senior Electron Beam Welding Engineer
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company focused on enabling the world’s transition to clean energy. They are seeking a Senior Electron Beam Welding Engineer responsible for developing in-house EBW capabilities and collaborating with various engineering teams to enhance welding and manufacturing processes.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringNuclearOil and Gas
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain EBW procedures and supporting documentation (WPS/PQR) to meet material, joint, and quality requirements in compliance with applicable codes, standards (e.g., AWS, ASME, API), and regulatory expectations
Develop and execute weld qualification plans, including test coupons and validation trials, in coordination with quality and materials teams
Anticipate future welding needs by aligning EBW procedures and qualification strategies with evolving product designs, manufacturing processes, and regulatory demands
Oversee and review EBW inspections to verify compliance with design specifications and applicable quality standards
Analyze weld test data to identify trends, determine root causes of defects, and implement corrective actions to enhance welding performance and reliability
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize EBW processes, increase efficiency, reduce cost, and maintain high-quality output
Partner with design engineers, production teams, and key stakeholders to integrate EBW processes into the manufacturing workflow effectively
Provide hands-on training and mentorship to welding technicians and operators on EBW techniques, safety protocols, and industry best practices
Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including process instructions, work procedures, and detailed reports
Ensure accurate recordkeeping of EBW procedures, inspection results, and quality control data to support traceability and continuous improvement
Ensure performance, reliability, and availability of EBW systems, including high-vacuum chambers, beam control units, and power supplies
Monitor and calibrate critical parameters (e.g., beam alignment, focus, power output, vacuum integrity) to maintain process consistency and compliance with specifications
Lead maintenance and upgrade initiatives, including preventive planning, troubleshooting, vendor coordination, and system improvements to enhance automation and long-term equipment reliability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum 5 years of welding engineering experience, with substantial hands-on experience in EBW required
Experience with weld inspection methods, including both destructive testing and non-destructive examination (NDE) techniques
Hands-on experience working with austenitic stainless steels, carbon steels, piping systems, and pressure vessels
Strong knowledge of EBW processes, high-vacuum systems, and high-voltage equipment operation
Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering and assembly drawings, including weld symbols and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and AWS structural welding standards
Skilled in using CAD software such as SolidWorks for part modeling and drawing generation
Proficient with computers and digital tools used in technical documentation, data analysis, and process development
Familiarity with the calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of EBW systems and associated instrumentation
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to drive continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and collaboration
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, agile manufacturing or development environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, and quality teams
Ability to collect, manage, and transfer technical knowledge across teams or documentation systems
Committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace
Ability to work with highly collaborative team
Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently
Prioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and others
Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues
Preferred
Experience leading cross-functional projects or mentoring junior engineers and technicians
Experience with manual and CNC machining operations
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
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
Recent News
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