Process Engineer

Job Summary

Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer with expertise in the development and implementation of chemical and physical processes to support the Kairos Power fuels program. In this role, you will work within an engineering team to design, construct, commission, and optimize performance of the process equipment necessary for TRISO particle fabrication. You will also work cross-functionally with facility operations, facility engineers, quality assurance, and EHS to enable supporting functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform process engineering functions including development of process flow diagrams, heat and material balance calculations, and process simulations
• Develop equipment specifications and size equipment such as tanks, vessels, valves, lines, and pumps based on process needs
• Prepare equipment lists and data sheets for equipment
• Develop and/or approve manufacturing drawings for custom equipment
• Interface with vendors for procurement of equipment and instruments
• Work with the lead Responsible Engineer to develop the equipment commissioning plan and procedures
• Coordinate with facility operations to implement and optimize TRISO fuel fabrication processes
• Provide oversight of fuel fabrication processes and incorporate best practices for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline
• 5+ years performing duties as a process engineer in a chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, or manufacturing setting.
• Experience in generating PFDs, H&MBs, P&IDs, equipment lists, and utility consumption lists
• Experience working with hazardous processes and chemicals and implementing appropriate safety controls
• Experience in commissioning new equipment
• Proficient with engineering software programs including CAD, SolidWorks, and modeling software
• Proven team player with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with highly collaborative team
• Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues

Physical Conditions

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 10 pounds in all directions
• Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Conditions

• General office environment
• Noisy environments
• Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions
• 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

Travel

• Some travel may be required <5%

Additional Requirements  

• Requires working weekends (seldom)
• Requires schedule flexibility (occasionally)
• Requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines (seldom)