Associate Technologist

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  

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