Lead Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer

Job Title: Lead Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer
Type: Contract Long term
Compensation: $84.00 – $135.00/hour (DOE)
Contractor Work Model: Remote – offsite



Responsibilities

• Support advanced nuclear reactor technology projects involving system design, prototype development, plant-level integration, and commissioning activities.
• Develop, specify, and integrate instrumentation and control systems for advanced reactor applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and scientific teams across diverse locations.
• Lead I&C system design activities and provide technical oversight to suppliers and subcontractors as appropriate based on experience.
• Create and review system requirements documents, design descriptions, interface control documents, and engineering specifications.
• Develop and manage P&IDs, control system architecture drawings, control logic and loop diagrams, and instrument installation drawings.
• Provide technical oversight and direction to I&C suppliers and subcontractors, supporting technical reviews and project integration.
• Contribute to design change evaluations and support licensing activities, including Safety Analysis Reports.
• Lead the development of functional electrical and I&C system designs from requirements through final implementation.
• Support multidisciplinary integration and continuous improvement initiatives to meet project and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 15 years of instrumentation & controls engineering experience.
• Proven experience designing and delivering industrial I&C systems and platforms.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation diagnostics, data acquisition, and nuclear codes, standards, licensing, and NRC regulations.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing technical requirements.
• Self-starter with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams with minimal supervision.
• Experience in nuclear reactor instrumentation or safety systems design is preferred.
• Familiarity with IEEE and IEC standards and nuclear quality assurance requirements: 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1.
• Additional preferred skills include designing high-temperature systems (400°C+), experience with PFDs, P&IDs, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks, and supporting I&C startup testing procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, collaboration, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environments.
• Physical ability to sit or stand for extended periods, perform computer-based work, lift up to 25 lbs occasionally, and work remotely.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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