Principal Engineer, Heat Transport System

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field. 10+ years experience in design and development of power conversion systems in nuclear or thermal power sectors. Demonstrated experience managing complex engineering projects and leading technical teams. Thorough understanding of evaluation, design, and licensing of new technology. Demonstrated experience with physical hardware deployment in heat transfer systems. Strong understanding of heat transfer principles, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics as applied to molten salt systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of system integration, interface management, and verification/validation practices. Ability to apply safety, quality, and configuration management principles to engineering design. Prioritizes and demonstrates nuclear safety culture.

Principal Engineer leading technical design and deployment of Kairos Power's fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor heat transport systems. Responsible for molten salt steam generators, pumps, valves, and auxiliary systems. Reports to Senior Manager of Engineering Integration and drives rapid commercialization of next-generation nuclear power equipment.

Experience with heat transport systems using molten salt or other high-temperature fluids. Experience with requirements management, systems engineering, or design control processes for complex engineered systems. Experience reviewing or developing technical specifications, procurement documents, test plans, or acceptance criteria for major equipment. Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for molten salt systems. Experience with nuclear-specific or concentrating solar power applications.

General office environment with up to 25% travel. Occasional schedule flexibility and extended hours required for testing, commissioning, and critical project timelines.