Kairos Power

Senior Pipe Stress Analysis Engineer

LocationAlameda, CA
Job Typefull_time
Salary$140,600-$165,400

About This Job

Company Overview

Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world’s transition to clean energy, with the ultimate goal to dramatically improve people’s quality of life while protecting the environment. This goal will be accomplished through the commercialization of the fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (FHR) that can be deployed with robust safety, affordable costs, and flexible operation to accommodate the expansion of variable renewables.

Job Summary

Kairos Power is seeking a highly motivated Senior Pipe Stress Analysis Engineer with experience in mechanical component and piping analysis to participate on medium to large projects for an advanced Nuclear Power Plant, and related scaled prototype and engineering test plants.

Responsibilities

Evaluate piping and mechanical components for compliance to design and construction codes and standards
Perform stress analysis of mechanical components, piping and equipment using both classic and finite element analysis methods (Rohr2 preferred)
Knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Codes (BPVC) Section III Divisions 1 and 5 and Section VIII Divisions 1 and 2
Responsible for analyzing piping and piping components using ASME B31.3 as well as ASME Section III piping codes for piping flexibility to ensure pipe stresses and stress ranges are within code allowed limits
Employ fatigue, corrosion, and high temperature creep life assessment
Visualize and develop piping models with different operating scenarios (dynamic and static) which include all physical properties of the piping, its contents, and insulation as applicable
Locate and select pipe supports, and restraints for vessel and piping to maintain static equilibrium, minimize equipment nozzle loads, accommodate thermal growth and minimize stresses
Perform detail design of pipe supports and restraints, and work with our vendor to ensure the component is fabricated to those specifications
Work directly with other engineering disciplines to ensure appropriate equipment layout and pipe routing
Optimize equipment access and ensure loads are properly addressed where piping interfaces with equipment or supports interface with the main structure
Develop and use hand calculations, spreadsheets, programs, or other tools (Python, Excel and/or MathCAD preferred) to determine or validate miscellaneous expansions, stresses, loads, and support designs
Perform dynamic analyses to determine loads originating from sudden dynamic events such as valve closure, seismic and pressure and velocity variations
Use industry best practices in selection of materials for applications at high temperatures
Create lists, requisitions, and review quotes to support the procurement of pipe support material
Provide organized and well-written reports and presentations to describe assumptions, steps taken, and results from work performed
Other duties as assigned


Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
10+ years of experience in chemical, power, or nuclear industry piping and/or component design is preferred
Experience with high temperature pipe stress or vessel analysis experience is highly desired
Experience with ASME BPVC Section III, and Section VIII applications
Experience with ASME B31.3 Piping Code
Experience using CAD tools, SolidWorks preferred
Experience with Plant Design software platforms such as AVEVA E3D Design is preferred
Experience with piping analysis tools such as ROHR2, CAESAR II, or AutoPIPE
Familiarity with standard pipe support design hardware such as constant and variable spring hangers, pipe guides, and snubbers
Understanding of and experience in design and analysis of piping systems for oil/gas, chemical or nuclear industry
Experience in high temperature piping applications preferred
Experience with Python, Excel, MathCAD, or similar programs preferred
Proven team player with excellent verbal, written communication/presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with 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


Physical Conditions

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
Communicating with others to exchange information
Ability to visit plant sites and walk systems down on occasional basis


Environmental Conditions

General office environment
High-concentration 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, up to 10%


Additional Requirements

Occasionally requires schedule flexibility
Occasionally requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines

The salary range for this position is $140,600 to $165,400 for employees working onsite at our Alameda, CA headquarters. The range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate of candidates hired in California. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and a comparison to other employees already in the role. About Our Benefits

We know that we have some of the most talented and dedicated employees, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, full-time employees (excludes interns) expect to have access to the benefits below:

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)

Kairos Power is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we do business. Kairos Power is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively welcome people of different experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Kairos Power participates in E-Verify.

Candidates only, no recruiters or agencies please.

Note: You are applying for a position that is located in a facility that handles information that is subject to export control restrictions by the Department of Energy under 10 CFR Part 810. To work in this facility, you need to be authorized by the Department of Energy to access Part 810-controlled information. Foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the Department of Energy’s general authorization list (link below) are not permitted to work in our facility unless the Department of Energy issues an export control license to the company to permit that individual to have access to Part 810-controlled information. The following questions are intended to determine the licensing requirements that may apply. https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/10/appendix-A_to_part_810

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