Fabricator - Pipe Spools

Kairos Power; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) benefits

Job summary

A nuclear technology firm in Albuquerque is seeking a highly motivated fabricator to contribute to the successful completion of piping systems for reactors. This role includes TIG and orbital welding, fabrication based on engineering specifications, and collaboration with Engineering teams. Candidates should have robust welding skills and take pride in their craftsmanship, with prior fabrication shop experience being essential. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience and/or training required.
• Experience in a fabrication/welding shop desired.
• Ability to pass 6G super coupon weld certification.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble piping systems to meet engineering specifications.
• Perform high-quality TIG and orbital welding.
• Collaborate with Engineering teams to resolve fabrication issues.

Skills

TIG welding

Orbital welding

Interpret isometric drawings

Collaboration

Manual tools experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

3D CAD software

Lathe

Mill

Job description

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 a highly motivated fabricator with expertise relevant to fabrication of piping systems. In this role you will contribute to successful completion of piping systems for the various systems of our reactors. This role requires in position and out of position welding. You will be responsible for meeting timelines and increased improvement of the pipe welding capabilities. This includes manual tig welding as well as orbital welding. The candidate must have knowledge of infrastructure, setup, operation, and maintenance requirement for advanced shop equipment. Candidate shall have knowledge of modern fabrication techniques, and proven record of successful cross‑functional collaboration. Candidate ideally takes pride in their craftsmanship, organization, and attention to detail. We offer a fast moving and exciting environment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble piping systems to meet engineering and print specifications.
• Perform high-quality TIG and orbital welding on a variety of materials and pipe schedules.
• Interpret and work from isometric drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Provide fast turn‑around prototypes for engineering development and testing.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering teams to problem solve fabrication issues and execute work request.
• Propose optimal/innovative fabrication techniques for given jobs.
• Participate as a team member on large‑scale fabrication projects, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
• Fabricate piping systems to meet print requirements.
• Conduct training occasionally on machine capability and best practices to enhance fabrication of piping systems.
• Maintain current welding certifications and documentation in accordance to company and ASME standards.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable safety standards, procedures, and codes.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and the fabrication workspace in safe and reliable condition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 3+ years related experience and/or training.
• 1-3 years working in a fabrication/welding shop desired.
• GTAW experience involving variety of materials including tubing to schedule 160 pipe.
• Ability to pass 6G super coupon weld certification.
• Experience with manual tools required.
• Experience with Manual machining (Lathe and Mill) desired.
• Experience with 3D CAD software desired.
• Experience working with Stainless material and vessel fabrication desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
• Ability to read and understand isometric drawings for piping.
• Ability to work with highly collaborative team.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• 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 Demands

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like.
• 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 or machinery.
• Use hand tools.
• Repetitive assembly operations of manufacturing test fixtures and test setups in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Environmental Conditions

• Low temperatures.
• High temperatures.
• Outdoor environment or elements such as precipitation and wind.
• 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.
• Manufacturing/Industrial Environments.

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 face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes, etc.

Certification

• Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification.

Additional Requirements

• Occasionally requires overtime.
• Occasionally requires working weekends.
• Occasionally requires schedule flexibility.
• Occasionally requires non‑standard work‑week hours.
• Occasionally requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines.

About our Benefits

• 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.

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