System One is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge advanced nuclear reactor projects. This remote role offers the opportunity to lead innovative instrument and control system designs, prototype development and testing, and plant-level system integration and commissioning.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in system design and commercial nuclear applications , collaborating with internal and external teams to develop state-of-the-art control systems for next-generation reactors.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end design of I&C and supporting electrical systems, from requirements development through final design.
Collaborate with diverse, geographically distributed teams , including company engineers, subcontractors, partners, and customers, to develop supporting design documentation.
Perform high-level engineering and design evaluations, applying nuclear codes, standards, NRC regulations, and licensing requirements.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship , ensuring adherence to nuclear and non-nuclear design standards.
Identify, specify, and integrate custom instrumentation with advanced control systems, optimizing measurement techniques for sodium fast reactor and integrated energy storage applications.
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as IEEE 379, IEEE 603, IEEE 7-4.3.2, IEEE 497 , and applicable nuclear quality assurance requirements (e.g., 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1 ).
Develop and manage detailed system and sub-system design packages, including control system architecture, control logic and loop diagrams, and instrument installation drawings .
Interface with suppliers to ensure technical requirements are met, reviewing vendor deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
Support licensing and regulatory activities , including development of Safety Analysis Reports.
Drive continuous improvement, applying nuclear industry best practices to enhance engineering processes and deliverables.
Key Qualifications & Skills
B.S. or higher in Controls, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
5 years of direct experience in instrumentation and controls systems design, development, and implementation .
Extensive experience in nuclear reactor safety systems or nuclear instrumentation design .
Proven expertise in developing industrial I&C platforms and integrating them with complex systems.
Experience designing and operating high-temperature processes (400°C and higher) is a plus.
Familiarity with process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) is preferred.
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Standard, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks).
Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to lead projects with multiple competing objectives and constraints , resolving conflicts efficiently.
Self-starter with the ability to coordinate and lead a multidisciplinary design team.
Strong integrity, teamwork orientation, and problem-solving mindset.
Join us in shaping the future of nuclear energy by contributing your expertise to a high-impact, next-generation reactor project .
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