Fluids Engineer (Power Generation) - Memphis

Pantera Capital; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI is seeking a Fluids Engineer to design, build, and activate fluid systems for power generation facilities. You will model piping, perform stress analyses, and develop detailed diagrams while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams and facilitating field construction and commissioning activities.

The role requires experience with fluid systems, CAD tools, and industry standards, plus strong communication skills to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required.
• 1+ years of experience with fluid systems or process engineering required.
• Master's degree in mechanical, chemical, or related engineering discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with industrial fluid systems preferred.
• Experience with fuel gas, ammonia, water treatment, compressed air, and HVAC systems preferred.
• Experience with ASME B31, ASME B&PVC Code VIII or other standards preferred.
• Experience with CAD software like Siemens NX or SOLIDWORKS preferred.
• Familiarity with instrumentation selection and control systems for plant operations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and activate fluid systems for power plants and related infrastructure.
• Model piping assemblies using CAD and perform piping stress analysis.
• Read and develop piping and instrumentation diagrams for complex fluid systems.
• Select components and provide specifications for purchase.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and controls engineers on system design.
• Oversee fabrication and installation of fluid systems in plants; hands-on in the field.
• Perform planning, analysis, and troubleshooting during operations and post-outage reviews.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure long-term operability and understanding.
• Provide innovative solutions with minimal supervision.

Skills

Fluid systems

Thermodynamics

Piping stress analysis

CAD modeling

P&ID development

Python

Technical communication

Team coordination

Field installation

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in mechanical/chemical engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

SOLIDWORKS

CAESAR II

Job description

SpaceXAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Power Generation Engineering team is seeking a talented Fluids Engineer where you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to rapidly design, build, and activate fluid systems supporting power plants and related generation infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, build, and activate fluid systems for power generation plants, including fuel gas, ammonia, water, compressed/instrument air, and HVAC
• Utilize knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow, and control theory to design and analyze power plant process and utility fluid systems
• Model piping assemblies using CAD software and perform piping stress analysis
• Read and develop detailed piping and instrumentation diagrams of complex fluids systems
• Select components, such as valves, pumps, piping, tanks, heat exchangers, and filters, and provide detailed specifications for their purchase
• Coordinate with engineers from other disciplines (civil, structural, electrical, controls, etc) to establish a complete system design
• Manage the fabrication and installation of fluid systems and other construction projects occurring at the power plant, hands‑on in the field, alongside skilled technician teams
• Perform planning, analysis, and troubleshooting of system performance during real‑time plant operations, commissioning, and post‑outage data reviews
• Work closely with operations teams to ensure system design is well‑understood and easy to operate long term
• Provide innovative solutions to problems under minimal supervision or direction

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of experience with fluid systems or process engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in mechanical, chemical, or related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience working with industrial fluid systems in a professional setting or outside the classroom project team
• Experience with fuel gas, ammonia (storage, delivery, and/or process use), water treatment or cooling water, compressed/instrument air, and HVAC or chilled‑water systems
• Demonstrated expertise in the design, build, and operation of pressurized fluid systems per ASME B31, ASME B&PV Code Section VIII, or other applicable standards
• Experience using Siemens NX, SOLIDWORKS, or similar CAD software
• Experience using CAESAR II or similar pipe stress analysis programs
• Experience using python or other programming languages for data review and analysis
• Familiarity with industrial piping, fittings, and specifications (ASME/ANSI)
• Familiarity with instrumentation selection in industrial or severe service
• Experience operating and troubleshooting control systems required for remote or plant operations
• Excellent written and oral communication, especially translating technical concepts for non‑technical audiences
• Ability to work with and lead technicians during fabrication and commissioning of systems
• Familiarity with Root‑Cause Analysis and Risk Mitigation process
• Adaptability to change in direction of projects

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary
• Schedules vary due to plant operational needs - flexibility is required
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

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