--- title: 'Associate Technologist at Kairos Power' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/associate-technologist-kairos-power-albuquerque-e0mmyp30mvxk' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-27' --- # Associate Technologist at Kairos Power - **Company:** Kairos Power - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM - **Posted:** 2026-10-22 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-27 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/kairospower/jobs/6207756004 ## Job description 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 associate technologist to support our process equipment operations. In this role, you will support and contribute to the development and deployment of the company’s engineering testing capabilities including assembly, maintenance and operation of hardware, power supplies, heater controllers, controls and instrumentation, and general equipment. The ideal candidate takes pride in his/her hands-on work, organizational skills, and attention to detail. ## Responsibilities - Assembles and installs process and auxiliary equipment into assigned facilities. Frequently uses heavy equipment such as forklifts, telehandlers, and overhead hoists to support installation. - Installs pipe and vessel insulation. - Assists with commissioning and performs assigned operation and maintenance tasks on mechanical and electrical equipment. - Assists with acceptance testing following new equipment installation including hydrostatic, pneumatic, I/O checks, and electrical component calibrations checks. - Supports day-to-day operations of the assigned facility including startup, monitor, and shutdown processes and auxiliary equipment. - Monitors equipment performance by tracking process parameters against established operating limits and identifying deviations; report abnormal conditions promptly and take prescribed actions within training and authorization to place malfunctioning equipment in a safe state. - Performs minor preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment to include filter replacements, equipment cleaning, and consumable replacements. - Performs basic equipment troubleshooting as necessary using established instructions and escalate unresolved or unfamiliar issues to the supervisor or experienced technical staff. - Perform Lockout-Tagout of mechanical and electrical equipment in accordance with established procedures, training, and authorization. - Under close supervision, reviews standardized operating procedures and performs assigned hazardous operations. - Assists engineering staff in executing the R&D test program. - Other duties as assigned. ## Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience - Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials in personal protective equipment (PPE) including full-face respirator and Tyvek suit - Ability to drive and perform local work-related errands as directed by supervisor - Associate or bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field is preferred - Experience as an industrial operator or technologist in aviation, heavy machinery, electronics, chemicals, power plant, military, or similar backgrounds is highly desirable - Experience or familiarity with Instrumentation and Controls systems is preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Ability to read equipment gauges and displays, take basic measurements, and compare readings with specified limits and units - Ability to understand and follow technical procedures - Ability and interest in being cross trained and learning different processes to perform other jobs as needed - Familiarity with basic hand tools - Mechanically inclined with an ability to operate plant equipment - Computer skills including spreadsheet use - Ability to communicate with others effectively - Ability to read basic piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and mechanical/electrical drawings - Ability to work with highly collaborative team - Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently - Ability to follow established safety procedures and recognize and report unsafe conditions - 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 - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like - Setting up and transferring temporary structures (e.g. scaffolding, ladders) - 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 50 pounds in all directions - Communicating with others to exchange information - Operating motor vehicles, heavy equipment and machinery - Repetitive assembly operations of manufacturing test fixtures and test setups in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams - Use hand tools Environmental Conditions - Shop floor environment - Low temperatures - High temperatures - Outdoor environment or elements such as precipitation and wind - Noisy environments - Small and/or enclosed spaces - Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions - Elevated heights - Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned - High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced - Prototyping/Testing environment - Radiological or Controlled Environment Safety and PPE - Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs - Manipulating, cleaning and disposal of hazardous materials - Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions - Wearing proper PPE, to include full-face respirator, face shields, gloves, safety shoes, non-permeable suit, and other PPE as required - Handling of Beryllium (Be) Travel - Travel will be required up to 30-50% to TN Certification - Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification Additional Requirements - Occasionally requires overtime - Occasionally requires working weekends - Occasionally requires schedule flexibility - Occasionally requires working 2nd shift, beginning at 7:00pm local time - Occasionally requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines #LI-Onsite ## 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 ## About Kairos Power ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Kairos Power is developing fluoride salt–cooled high‑temperature reactors (KP‑FHR) to deliver safe, affordable, and reliable clean energy at commercial scale. - **Entity Type**: Private (Venture‑backed startup) - **Headquarters**: Alameda, California, USA - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Mike Laufer (CEO, Co‑Founder) and Edward Blandford (CTO, Co‑Founder) [kairospower.com/about](https://www.kairospower.com/about) ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Advanced nuclear energy, clean‑energy technology, vertical manufacturing. - **Target customers**: B2B – utilities (e.g., TVA), large‑scale energy buyers (e.g., Google), power generators, grid operators. - **Mission / purpose**: “To deliver reliable, affordable energy at scale” while combating climate change by reimagining the entire energy system. [kairospower.com](https://www.kairospower.com/) ## Products & Services - **KP‑FHR (fluoride salt–cooled high‑temperature reactor)**: The core technology – a next‑generation nuclear reactor that uses molten‑salt coolant and TRISO‑based pebble fuel. It is designed for competitive baseload power without carbon emissions. - **Hermes Demonstration Reactors**: - **Hermes 1**: The first non‑water‑cooled reactor to receive an NRC construction permit. Now under construction in Oak Ridge, TN. - **Hermes 2**: A commercial‑scale demonstration plant that will supply electricity to the grid. - **In‑house manufacturing**: Kairos Power builds reactor components, fuel, molten salt, and plant equipment internally to control quality, cost, and schedule. Facilities in Albuquerque, NM produce modular systems and perform salt production, TRISO fuel and pebble fabrication. - **Engineering Test Units (ETU)**: Iterative non‑nuclear test rigs (ETU 2, ETU 3) used to validate systems, reduce risk, and fine‑tune technology before nuclear operation. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly available in provided sources. - **Key metric**: **Headcount >500** (as of 2025/2026); **Total funding** – not disclosed in provided sources. - **Notable investors & partners**: Google (world’s first corporate agreement for multiple advanced reactor deployments – up to 500 MW by 2035), Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), KP‑OMADA alliance (North American nuclear utilities and generating companies). [kairospower.com/our-approach](https://www.kairospower.com/our-approach) - **Growth signals**: - First nuclear company ever named a **BloombergNEF Pioneer**. - Recognized **six times as a Forbes Best Startup Employer**. - Hermes 1 construction permit granted – a regulatory milestone. - Expansion of manufacturing capabilities in Albuquerque and reactor campus in Oak Ridge. - Active partnerships with leading U.S. utilities and tech companies. ## Competitive Advantages - **Vertical integration**: Unifies engineering, manufacturing, testing, and licensing in‑house – reduces supply‑chain risk and accelerates deployment. - **Iterative development model (“test‑to‑learn”)**: Build, test, iterate with thousands of hours of operational data; progressively de‑risks nuclear construction, fuel supply, and operations. - **Proactive regulatory engagement**: First non‑water‑cooled reactor to secure an NRC construction permit, de‑risking the licensing path for future units. - **Strong commercial partnerships**: Google and major utilities provide both credibility and a clear off‑take pathway for commercial fleets. - **Technology differentiator**: Fluoride salt cooling enables lower pressure, inherent safety, and efficient heat transfer, making the reactor cost‑competitive with natural gas. ## Strategic Focus - **Commercial deployment**: Targeting grid‑connected operation of Hermes 2 and a fleet of up to 500 MW by 2035 (via Google agreement). - **Scaling manufacturing**: Expanding the Albuquerque Manufacturing Development Campus to produce reactor components at volume. - **Supply chain & fuel qualification**: In‑house fuel fabrication (TRISO pebbles) and salt production to ensure cost and schedule certainty. - **Alliance building**: Growing the KP‑OMADA alliance to standardize technology deployment across multiple utilities. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & recognition**: Six‑time Forbes Best Startup Employer. Employee‑led committees (Women of Kairos Power, Environmental Stewards, Culture Committee, Developing Professionals) shape a collaborative, inclusive environment. “One Kairos” program champions belonging. - **Benefits**: - 3 weeks paid vacation + 5 sick days + >20 paid holidays/year. - 100% employer‑paid medical premiums and deductibles for employee and dependents; premium dental and vision. - 401(k) with employer match, pre‑tax FSA (health & dependent care), commuter benefits. - Career development: mentorship programs, hands‑on training, career paths tailored to personal goals. - **Work model**: Multiple facilities (Alameda HQ, Oak Ridge, Albuquerque) – roles are likely on‑site or hybrid depending on function; no explicit remote‑only policy disclosed. - **Mission‑driven environment**: Direct impact on climate change; work on complex engineering challenges in nuclear energy. - **Values**: Mission‑driven, responsible, people‑centered, pioneering, collaborative, action‑oriented, direct & honest. [kairospower.com/careers](https://www.kairospower.com/careers) ## Sources 1. [kairospower.com](https://www.kairospower.com/) – Company homepage, locations, technology overview 2. [kairospower.com/about](https://www.kairospower.com/about) – Founders, leadership, history, locations 3. [kairospower.com/our-approach](https://www.kairospower.com/our-approach) – Vertical integration, iterative development, partnerships 4. [kairospower.com/careers](https://www.kairospower.com/careers) – Culture, benefits, values, employee resource groups, headcount 5. 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