Fabricator - Pipe Spools
About this role
Kairos Power, a developer of fluoride-salt-cooled advanced reactors, seeks an experienced Fabricator to design and build high-quality piping systems for next-generation nuclear reactors. You'll perform manual TIG and orbital welding, interpret technical drawings, and collaborate with engineering teams to meet tight timelines and exacting nuclear-grade standards.
Responsibilities
- —Fabricate and assemble piping systems to meet engineering and print specifications
- —Perform high-quality TIG and orbital welding on a variety of materials and pipe schedules (including schedule 160)
- —Interpret and work from isometric drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- —Provide fast turn-around prototypes for engineering development and testing
- —Collaborate closely with Engineering teams to problem-solve fabrication issues and execute work requests
- —Propose optimal and innovative fabrication techniques for given jobs
- —Participate as a team member on large-scale fabrication projects, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met
- —Conduct training occasionally on machine capability and best practices to enhance fabrication of piping systems
- —Maintain current welding certifications and documentation in accordance with company and ASME standards
- —Ensure all work complies with applicable safety standards, procedures, and codes
- —Maintain equipment, tools, and the fabrication workspace in safe and reliable condition
Qualifications
- —High School Diploma or GED
- —3+ years related fabrication/welding experience and/or training
- —GTAW (TIG) experience involving variety of materials including tubing to schedule 160 pipe
- —Ability to pass 6G super coupon weld certification
- —Experience with manual tools
- —Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
- —Ability to read and understand isometric drawings for piping
- —Ability to work with highly collaborative team
- —Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently
Desired
- —1-3 years working in a fabrication/welding shop
- —Experience with manual machining (Lathe and Mill)
- —Experience with 3D CAD software
- —Experience working with stainless material and vessel fabrication
- —Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification
Location
Onsite position; occasionally requires overtime, weekends, schedule flexibility, and extended hours to support critical project timelines. Physical demands include working at elevated heights, in confined spaces, hot/cold temperatures, and noisy industrial environments; ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.
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About the company
Kairos Power →A developer of the fluoride salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (KP-FHR), building the Hermes demonstration reactor in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
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