Controls Engineer IV

DOEUnited States North Carolina WilmingtonContract Power Generation, T&D T&D Senior / Lead Nuclear Digital I&C IV&V Engineer About the Opportunity Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior / Lead Nuclear Digital I&C IV&V Engineer to play a critical role in the verification and validation of advanced nuclear instrumentation and control (I&C) systems. This position is responsible for independently leading Verification & Validation (IV&V) activities for complex digital I&C systems, embedded control platforms, software-controlled hardware, and system-level testing programs. The successful candidate will serve as a technical owner, translating requirements into testable objectives, developing verification strategies, executing testing activities, evaluating technical evidence, and supporting customer-facing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities.This is not a procedure-only testing role. We are looking for an engineer who understands the complete requirements-to-evidence lifecycle and can determine what should be tested, how it should be tested, what constitutes acceptable evidence, and when technical issues require escalation. Key ResponsibilitiesLead independent IV&V activities for nuclear digital I&C systems.Perform requirements analysis, design reviews, interface evaluations, traceability assessments, and verification evidence reviews.Develop test requirements, verification strategies, test plans, procedures, traceability matrices, reports, and supporting documentation.Execute, witness, and evaluate component, subsystem, system, FAT, and regression testing activities.Analyze test results, identify anomalies, document findings, and support technical issue resolution.Review software, firmware, FPGA/PLD, and embedded system documentation to ensure compliance with requirements.Participate in design, baseline, and technical reviews across multiple engineering disciplines.Support FMEA, hazard analyses, cybersecurity assessments, safety analyses, and security evaluations.Assist with development and validation of simulators, automated test equipment, test environments, and manufacturing test procedures.Drive compliance with GE Vernova/GEH and industry-recognized software and systems lifecycle processes.Support corrective action programs and resolution of conditions adverse to quality.Interface directly with customers during FAT execution, technical reviews, and issue management activities.Contribute to project planning, scheduling, resource forecasting, proposal development, and execution strategies.Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and training to junior engineers and test personnel.Collaborate cross-functionally with systems, software, hardware, FPGA, quality, manufacturing, project management, suppliers, customers, and laboratory teams.Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in:Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringNuclear EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSystems EngineeringComputer ScienceOr a related technical disciplineExperience8+ years of engineering experience in verification, validation, testing, design, systems engineering, nuclear I&C, embedded systems, or similar technical disciplines.5+ years developing, executing, or evaluating:Test plansTest proceduresTest reportsRequirements-based verification documentation3+ years working with:Digital I&C systemsEmbedded systemsSoftware-controlled hardwareComplex control systemsDemonstrated experience with requirements analysis and requirements-to-test traceability.Experience reviewing technical specifications, design documentation, interface documentation, and software or hardware release packages.Proven ability to evaluate test results, identify anomalies, and support resolution activities.Strong technical writing and documentation skills.Experience working within formal quality, configuration management, and controlled engineering environments.Ability to work independently while effectively managing technical risk and escalation.Technical Expertise Candidates should demonstrate strength in several of the following areas:Requirements-based testing and traceabilityIV&V planning and executionTest procedure and test report developmentComponent, subsystem, system, FAT, and regression testingDigital I&C systems and embedded control systemsSoftware-controlled hardware verificationInterface analysis and design reviewTechnical review and comment resolutionChange impact assessments and regression planningAnomaly investigation and technical documentationCorrective action and quality program supportConfiguration management and test environment controlCustomer-facing technical communicationPreferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will also bring experience in one or more of the following:10+ years of nuclear I&C, digital controls, embedded systems, IV&V, FAT, or safety-related testing experience.Nuclear I&C platforms such as:NUMACRCMSRC&ISPRNMATIPDSS-CDSRNMWRNMSimilar systemsPrevious experience as a:System IV&V EngineerLead Test EngineerResponsible EngineerFAT LeadNuclear utility, plant modification, commissioning, startup, or supplier experience.FPGA/PLD verification, testing, simulation, and documentation review.Embedded processor experience including Intel, ARM, DSP, microcontrollers, or similar architectures.PCB-level design review and hardware troubleshooting.LabVIEW, ATS200, automated test platforms, simulators, or manufacturing test systems.FMEA, hazard analysis, safety analysis, cybersecurity assessments, and requirements traceability programs.Knowledge of IEEE, IEC, EPRI, NRC, CNSC, and other nuclear industry standards.Proposal development, bid support, scheduling, and resource planning experience.Mentoring, training development, and onboarding leadership.Corrective action programs, root cause analysis, and quality issue management.Prior nuclear site experience as an operator, I&C technician, maintenance engineer, system engineer, or commissioning/startup engineer.Experience with nuclear suppliers delivering safety-related digital I&C equipment.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading 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With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.