Fluids Engineer (Power Generation) - Memphis

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   SpaceXAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice .