Heat Exchanger Development Engineer

As a Heat Exchanger Development Engineer at Kairos Power, you will be primarily responsible for the design, analysis, and testing of heat exchangers for our KP-FHR projects. This involves conducting performance evaluations and thermal-hydraulic analyses to ensure optimal efficiency and reliability. You'll also collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate heat exchanger systems into the overall reactor design, offering your technical expertise throughout the testing and commissioning phases.

To qualify for the Heat Exchanger Development Engineer position at Kairos Power, candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field, alongside at least 7 years of relevant engineering experience in thermal systems. Familiarity with heat transfer principles, fluid dynamics, and hands-on hardware testing is essential, and proficiency in engineering simulation software such as ANSYS or CAD software like SolidWorks is a plus.

The Heat Exchanger Development Engineer plays a crucial role in advancing Kairos Power’s mission to facilitate the transition to clean energy. By innovating and optimizing heat exchange systems, you help improve the performance and safety of our nuclear reactors, which are designed to efficiently integrate with variable renewable energy sources, thereby supporting a sustainable energy future.

At Kairos Power, a Heat Exchanger Development Engineer will work in a collaborative and innovative environment, often balancing between office and lab settings. You will be involved in hands-on testing and assembly, requiring attention to detail and effective communication with diverse engineering teams. The culture encourages knowledge sharing and continuous learning, ensuring you can thrive in your role.

Absolutely! Kairos Power is dedicated to employee development. As a Heat Exchanger Development Engineer, you will have access to various training resources and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the nuclear energy sector. We promote a proactive learning environment, encouraging you to seek new ways to innovate and develop professionally.

In answering this question, discuss specific projects where you analyzed or designed heat exchangers. Highlight your proficiency with relevant software and your role in achieving efficiency improvements or troubleshooting performance issues.

Explain your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including how you collect data, conduct thermal-hydraulic analyses, and collaborate with team members to identify and resolve problems in heat exchangers efficiently.

Discuss your experience in conducting thermal-hydraulic analyses, perhaps mentioning specific tools or methodologies you have used. Provide examples of how your analyses impacted project outcomes or system designs.

Share your understanding of ASME standards and safety protocols relevant to heat exchangers. Emphasize the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and how you promote a culture of safety in collaborative projects.

Illustrate your collaboration style, highlighting techniques you use to ensure clear communication with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders. Share an example that demonstrates successful teamwork in a project setting.

Emphasize the key role of data collection in validating design assumptions and analyzing performance during tests. Share experiences where your data collection influenced improvements or informed major decisions.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to narrate a challenging project. Focus on your problem-solving and analysis skills and how they helped overcome obstacles in heat exchange system development.

List the specific engineering simulation tools and 3D CAD software you are adept in, explaining how you’ve used them in past projects to design or analyze heat exchange systems.

Discuss various resources you use, such as journals, online courses, and professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and how staying informed contributes to your work at Kairos Power.

Share your passion for renewable energy and the role of nuclear power in achieving sustainable energy goals. Personal anecdotes or academic experiences that highlight your dedication can make your answer more powerful.