Mechanical Test Engineer jobs in United States
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Kairos Power · 3 hours ago

Mechanical Test Engineer

Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world’s transition to clean energy. They are seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer to design, build, and operate complex systems for the advancement of nuclear reactor subsystems.

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Responsibilities

Design and develop thermal, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems used in test, prototyping, and operational environments
Create and revise engineering drawings and models for components and assemblies using CAD tools
Collaborate with engineers, lab technicians, and manufacturing staff to implement and maintain test systems
Assist with the fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting of test setups and hardware
Support test operations by monitoring equipment performance and collecting data
Develop and write procedures and documentation for test execution and system operation
Prepare technical reports that summarize test results and that identify opportunities for design improvement
Lead and contribute to design reviews, incorporating feedback to improve system performance reliability
Support continuous improvement of engineering processes and documentation standards
Engage in professional development activities, including technical learning and peer collaboration
Support other duties as assigned, including occasional travel

Qualification

Mechanical CAD (SolidWorks)Mechanical system designPneumaticHydraulic systemsLab instrumentationEngineering analysis toolsTechnical writingCollaboration skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
3+ years of relevant industry experience in mechanical system design, prototyping, or testing
Proficient in mechanical CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience working collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
Experience with systems that integrate pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical system components
Experience with lab instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and control systems
Experience with mechanism design, assembly, and development
Experience with manufacturing techniques and processes
Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and design principles across thermal, fluid, and mechanical domains
Strong technical writing and documentation skills
Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
Working knowledge of engineering drawing standards (e.g., GD&T)
Familiarity with engineering analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD, heat transfer, kinematic analysis, system modeling, circuit simulation)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Preferred

Experience in regulated industries such as nuclear or aerospace is a plus

Benefits

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

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$0.02M
Key Investors
New Mexico Economic Development DepartmentBloombergNEF
2022-06-03Grant· $0.02M
2022-04-14Grant

Leadership Team

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Mike Laufer
CEO
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