Licensing Engineer, Civil and Construction Engineering

As a Licensing Engineer at Kairos Power, you will be involved in developing licensing documents, preparing regulatory submissions, and ensuring that all civil and structural regulatory requirements are met. You'll actively collaborate with engineering and project management teams to support our licensing strategies for the Hermes test reactor facility, ensuring compliance with the USNRC.

To qualify as a Licensing Engineer at Kairos Power, candidates should possess a BS or MS degree in Nuclear, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering. Additionally, at least three years of experience in facility engineering design and construction is preferred, especially in areas such as seismic, geotechnical, or hydrological engineering. A willingness to learn about nuclear licensing is also key.

No, prior nuclear licensing experience is not required to join Kairos Power as a Licensing Engineer. We value candidates with civil or structural engineering backgrounds who are eager to learn. We are committed to providing comprehensive training in licensing and regulatory processes.

Successful Licensing Engineers at Kairos Power possess strong civil/structural design knowledge, excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills, along with a proactive and growth-oriented mindset. Candidates should be eager to develop their skills in nuclear licensing and be comfortable working in a collaborative startup environment.

The Licensing Engineer position at Kairos Power offers flexibility to work from one of several locations, which include Alameda, CA, Albuquerque, NM, Charlotte, NC, or Oak Ridge, TN. This provides candidates the opportunity to choose a locale that fits their personal needs while contributing to our mission.

Highlight specific civil or structural projects you’ve worked on, emphasizing your role, the technologies used, and any challenges you encountered. Make sure to relate how your experience will support your future work as a Licensing Engineer at Kairos Power.

Discuss any experience you have with regulatory compliance, even if not specific to nuclear engineering. Mention the ability to adapt to regulatory guidelines and your eagerness to learn about the specific regulations applicable at Kairos Power.

Share your passion for clean energy and innovation. Explain how Kairos Power's mission aligns with your values and how you aspire to contribute to creating sustainable energy solutions.

Provide a specific example where teamwork led to overcoming a significant challenge. Focus on your contribution, how you communicated with team members, and what the overall outcome was.

Yes, present specific scenarios where you've effectively solved problems under pressure. Discuss your methodical approach to identifying solutions and implementing them successfully.

Even without direct experience, you can talk about general regulatory processes in engineering. Mention your willingness to undergo training and learn about the specifics at Kairos Power, emphasizing your proactive attitude.

Share a time when you had to balance multiple projects or deadlines. Highlight your organization skills, time management, and how prioritizing tasks effectively led to a successful outcome.

Stress the critical nature of safety in engineering, particularly in nuclear energy. Discuss how you’ve always prioritized safety in your work and your commitment to ensuring a safe working environment.

Discuss your methods for self-learning, such as online courses or mentorships. Explain how you integrate new knowledge into your practical work and your enthusiasm for continuous learning.

Collaboration is key in a role like Licensing Engineer, especially when interacting with regulatory bodies and cross-functional teams. Explain how effective teamwork can help achieve strategic objectives and ensure compliance with all necessary requirements.