Test Engineering Part Time Co-Op - Spring 2026
Kairos Power
Assist in designing, building, and testing mechanical test equipment for nuclear reactor R&D.
9 days ago ago
$27 - $29
Entry-level
Full Time
Albuquerque, NM
Onsite
Company Size
419 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Nuclear
Clean Energy
Advanced Reactor Technology
Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
cad design
scoping calculations
test fixture assembly
functional testing
technical reports
issue reporting
- Develop engineering drawings for design and fabrication
- Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
- Communicating with others to exchange information
- Use hand tools
- Perform scoping calculations to assess the technical value of designs
- Prioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and others
- Use CAD and other tools to assist with design choices as part of cross-functional teams
- Provide regular presentation updates on internship work and progress
- Improve CAD design capabilities by working alongside Kairos Power’s engineers to create new designs or update designs to increase performance and manufacturability
- Setting up and transferring temporary structures (e.g. scaffolding, ladders)
- Repetitive assembly operations of manufacturing test fixtures and test setups in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams
- Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 20 pounds in all directions
- Operating motor vehicles, heavy equipment or machinery
- Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
- Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions
- Develop technical reports for engineering work that is conducted
- Work with Kairos Power test engineers to demonstrate real-world functionality of new designs
- Assist the design of Kairos Power’s test equipment
What you bring
solidworks
thermal/fluids
bs/ms
problem solving
team collaboration
forklift certified
- Experience working in a laboratory or industrial environment on thermal/fluids testing is desirable, along with experience using associated laboratory equipment and hand tools
- Wearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes
- Able and willing to commit to 15-20 hours per week during spring 2026 school semester
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or Chemical Engineering, or relevant discipline preferred
- Ability to work with highly collaborative team
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
- 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
- Experience with 3D modeling and prototyping (SolidWorks preferred)
- Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification
- Industry internships and/or research laboratory experience preferred
- Taken or taking one or more of the following classes at University of New Mexico: ME586 Design for Manufacturability, ME360L Mechanical Engineering Design III or higher, ME300+/ME 460 Senior Design Option, and ME407/ME408 FSAE Option
- Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently
- Must have reliable means of transportation to and from Kairos Power’s facility in Albuquerque, NM
- Experience with a manufacturing environment is a plus
- High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like
- Must be in good academic standing with current educational institution
- Experience with thermal and fluids analysis and modeling is a plus
- Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
- Low temperatures
- 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA)
- Competitive compensation packages
- Paid Vacation
- Elevated heights
- Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
- High temperatures
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Company
Overview
500 MW Power Purchase Deal
Landmark Agreement with Google
Signed a major power-purchase agreement with Google to deliver scalable energy from small modular reactors by the early 2030s.
2024 Milestone
First-of-Its-Kind Permit
Received the first NRC permit in decades for a non-water-cooled nuclear system, marking a historic breakthrough.
- Revolutionizing nuclear energy with molten-salt reactors since 2016.
- Headquartered in Alameda, CA, with R&D hubs from Tennessee to New Mexico, integrating research and manufacturing.
- Pioneers in fluoride salt-cooled high-temperature reactors (KP-FHR), using TRISO fuel for enhanced safety in low-pressure operations.
- Planning factories for salt coolant and TRISO fuel, expanding testbeds in New Mexico to advance their vertically integrated strategy.
- Aiming to supply both commercial and research campuses, driving a new era of nuclear deployment.
- Modular approach targets cost-predictable, factory-built reactors to support AI centers, strengthen power grids, and decarbonize energy.
- Safety is our highest priority.
- We value curiosity and encourage continuous learning.
- We are a team of dedicated and motivated individuals working towards a shared mission.
- We foster an environment of accountability and transparency.
- We emphasize innovation and creative problem-solving.
2040
Net-Zero Target Year
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions through innovative nuclear power solutions.
- Create clean, reliable, and affordable nuclear power to address the climate crisis.
- Make nuclear energy a viable solution for decarbonizing electricity generation.
- Reduce waste and improve safety and efficiency with advanced reactor designs.
- Commit to reducing environmental impact through cutting-edge technology.
- People of all backgrounds can thrive and contribute in this inclusive environment.
- Various perspectives are valued and encouraged to ensure diverse participation.
- Gender representation data is not currently publicly available.
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