Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering Design

Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering DesignAlameda, CA, Albuquerque, NM, or Remote in USCompany OverviewKairos 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 SummaryKairos Power is seeking a Senior Manager,Mechanical Engineering Designto lead, coordinate, and deliver high-quality mechanical design solutions in support engineering systems and equipment. Reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering Integration, this impactful role combines engineering leadership with hands-on design engagement, making it ideal for a collaborative, detailed-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-oriented this role, you will lead the development of complex mechanical design deliverables and drawing packages of systems while partnering closely with the ASME pressure vessel design team. You will play a pivotal role in aligning design outputs with design requirements, supporting successful integration across engineering disciplines.The ideal candidate brings deep experience in mechanical design leadership, a strong grasp of CAD tools and standards, and a passion for fostering a high-performance design environment.Responsibilities:Lead and manage the designers in delivering integrated, high-performance systems, assemblies, and ASME pressure vessels in collaboration with engineering and pressure vessel specialistProvide design leadership across mechanical development activities, ensuring alignment with system requirements, performance goals and integration milestonesOversee the creation of detailed design deliverables and drawing packages, ensuring accuracy, manufacturability, and alignment with system-level objectivesEstablish and maintain robust CAD standards, design workflows, and review processes to ensure consistency, traceability, and efficiency across projects and teamsCoordinate mechanical design efforts across engineering teams and external stakeholders, serving as a key liaison with ASME pressure vessel groupGuide the support execution with design technical insight and problem-solving, particularly in areas involving layout integration and high-temperature componentryMaintain a hands-on presence in design efforts, providing direct input where needed to resolve technical or execution-related challengesOversee engineering design deliverables across multiple projects, ensuring timeliness, quality standards, and scope requirements are metMentor and develop a high-performing team of designers and engineers, offering coaching, providing feedback, coaching, and career development supportFoster a collaborative design environment across teams including R&D, system engineering, manufacturing, and other functional groups to ensure cohesive integration.Lead resolution of complex engineering challenges with system-thinking approach.Perform additional responsibilities as assignedQualifications:Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in either mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology, or related discipline. Master’s degree or PE license preferred.10+ years of experience in mechanical design, including significant involvement with ASME pressure vessel design.5+ years of engineering leadership experience managing cross-functional and multi-disciplinary design teams.Demonstrated success delivering mechanical designs from concept through to fabrication and testing.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong knowledge of ASME Section VIII, B31.3, and related design and pressure vessel codesFamiliarity with ASME BPVC Sec III, Sec VIII, ASME B31.1 and B31.3 piping codes is highly desiredProficiency with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD Mechanical, and pressure vessel design tools such as COMPRESS, PV EliteExperience in design and analysis of pressure components and piping in industries such as nuclear, oil & gas, or petrochemicalStrong understanding of manufacturing methods, welding, and materials selection for high-temperature and high-integrity systemsDemonstrated ability to mentor and lead engineering teams, fostering collaboration across diverse technical disciplinesSkilled at translating complex technical challenges into actional engineering workstreamsDemonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision and prioritiesExcellent collaboration and communication skills with proven ability to build cross-functional relationships and communicate effectively with technicians, engineers, manufacturing, and operations teamsA team-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilitiesExperience working with high temperature molten salt or other advanced high temperature fluid systems is a plusAbility to work with highly collaborative teamAbility to solve problems quickly and efficientlyPrioritizes and ensures safety of one self and othersAbility to proactively collect, manage and transfer knowledgeAbility to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issuesPhysical DemandsRemaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periodsEnvironmental ConditionsGeneral office environmentAssessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assignedHigh-concentration, demanding and fast-pacedSafety and PPEReading and interpreting hazardous warning signsReporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditionsWearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes, etc.TravelSome travel may be required, up to 20%The salary range for this position is $201,300 to $251,600 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.About our BenefitsWe 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 packagesMedical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependentsPaid Vacation401(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. 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