Fluids Engineer (Power Generation) - Memphis at xAI

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.