--- title: 'Electrical Engineer, Plant Electrical Systems at Kairos Power' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/electrical-engineer-plant-electrical-systems-kairos-power-alameda-x8sax2zjzd4n' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-03' --- # Electrical Engineer, Plant Electrical Systems at Kairos Power - **Company:** Kairos Power - **Location:** Alameda, CA / Albuquerque, NM / Oak Ridge, TN - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-03 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/kairospower/jobs/6181345004 ## 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 an Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, and implementation of electrical distribution and switchyard systems for an advanced nuclear power plant as part of the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) department. This role will work under the guidance of experienced engineers to develop safe, reliable, and efficient electrical-system designs that integrate with plant instrumentation and control systems. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, power systems, and electrical equipment. This individual will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contribute to engineering analyses, design documentation, equipment specifications, construction support, and commissioning activities. The candidate will support delivery of assigned work in accordance with project schedules, budgets, quality requirements, and safety expectations. Job Responsibilities Electrical System Design - Support the design and development of electrical distribution systems, including low-, medium-, and high-voltage power distribution networks. - Assist with development of switchyard layouts, including bus configurations, transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, and grounding systems. - Support specification and selection of electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, protective relays, cables, and associated components. - Assist with incorporation of safety considerations into electrical designs, including arc-flash mitigation, grounding, equipment protection, and seismic requirements. - Prepare and update electrical design deliverables, applying established engineering practices and receiving technical review from senior engineers as appropriate. - Collaborate with cybersecurity and controls personnel to support consideration of applicable critical-infrastructure and cybersecurity requirements. - Other duties as assigned. System Studies and Analysis - Assist with load-flow, short-circuit, protective-device coordination, arc-flash analysis, and related power-system studies using tools such as ETAP, SKM Power Tools, or equivalent software. - Support evaluation of electrical-system performance, reliability, and equipment ratings. - Participate in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for electrical-system issues under guidance from experienced engineers. - Support electrical design risk assessments and implementation of corrective actions. - Assist with development of maintenance and monitoring approaches for electrical infrastructure. Project Engineering Support - Support electrical engineering activities through conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. - Coordinate with civil, mechanical, IC&E, construction, and operations personnel to integrate electrical designs into overall plant infrastructure. - Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and interdisciplinary coordination activities. - Apply sound engineering judgment within assigned scope; seek technical guidance and review from senior engineers as needed. Regulatory Compliance - Support development of electrical designs consistent with applicable nuclear regulatory requirements, industry codes, and standards, including IEEE, NEC, ANSI, NRC, and NERC requirements, as applicable. - Assist with preparation of technical documentation supporting licensing, permitting, and regulatory activities. - Maintain awareness of quality, safety, and regulatory requirements applicable to assigned work. Engineering Documentation - Prepare engineering deliverables, such as single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, equipment specifications, and calculation packages. - Support development of bills of materials and cost estimates for electrical distribution and switchyard components. - Review vendor drawings, data sheets, and technical proposals with guidance from senior engineering personnel. - Maintain organized, accurate, and traceable engineering documentation in accordance with project and quality requirements. Construction and Commissioning Support - Support installation, testing, and commissioning activities for electrical distribution and switchyard systems. - Assist with field walkdowns, inspection activities, issue resolution, and verification that installed systems conform to approved design documentation. - Support troubleshooting of electrical-system issues during construction, startup, and turnover to operations. - Assist with collection and review of test results, commissioning records, and equipment documentation. ## Qualifications Education - Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field. - Coursework or academic projects involving power systems, electrical distribution, protection and control, or high-voltage systems preferred. ## Experience - Two to four years of relevant professional electrical-engineering experience. Relevant internships, co-op assignments, and/or academic projects may be considered toward the lower end of the experience range. - Exposure to power generation, industrial facilities, utility systems, electrical distribution, or similarly regulated industries is preferred. - Nuclear-industry experience is not required; interest in learning nuclear quality, safety, and regulatory practices is expected. Technical Skills - Foundational knowledge of electrical-engineering principles, power distribution systems, and electrical equipment. - Familiarity with electrical-system analysis concepts, including load flow, short-circuit analysis, and protective-device coordination. - Experience or coursework using power-system analysis software, such as ETAP, SKM Power Tools, PSS/E, or similar tools, is preferred. - Familiarity with high-voltage and medium-voltage equipment, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, and grounding systems. - Familiarity with CAD tools, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation, is preferred. - Basic awareness of electrical codes and standards, such as NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and NERC, is preferred. - Ability to read, interpret, and prepare electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation. Soft Skills - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills. - Clear written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to learn quickly, seek feedback, and apply guidance from experienced engineers. - Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. - Ability to organize work, manage assigned tasks, and meet project deadlines. Functional Competencies - Ability to work on a highly collaborative team. - Ability to solve problems efficiently and escalate issues appropriately. - Commitment to personal and team safety. - Ability to collect, manage, document, and transfer technical knowledge. - Curiosity and willingness to identify practical improvements to processes, designs, and engineering workflows. Physical Demands - Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods. - Moving about to accomplish tasks or move between worksites. - Communicating with others to exchange information. Environmental Conditions - General office environment. - Low- and high-temperature conditions. - Outdoor environments and exposure to elements such as precipitation and wind. - Noisy environments. - High-concentration, demanding, and fast-paced work environments. Safety and PPE - Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs. - Reporting equipment issues and unsafe conditions. - Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, which may include safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, face shields, hearing protection, respiratory protection, and other site-specific PPE. Travel - Some travel may be required, up to approximately 15%. Certification - Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward EIT certification is preferred. - Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, where applicable, is a plus. - Additional relevant certifications are a plus. Additional Requirements - Occasionally requires schedule flexibility. - May occasionally require extended hours to support critical project milestones, construction, testing, or commissioning activities. The salary range for this position is $92,454 to $108,769 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. #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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