Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

oilandgasjobsearch.com; Reading; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Reading is seeking an experienced instrumentation and controls engineer to oversee major process controls projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process control systems, a minimum of 5 years of experience, and a BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health plans and a 401(k) program.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in design engineering for process control systems.
• Experience with design engineering for nuclear power plant control systems preferred.
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.

Responsibilities

• Work on major process controls engineering projects in digital systems.
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of junior engineers.
• Attend client meetings and perform site walkdowns.

Skills

Knowledge of instrumentation and control systems

Experience in design engineering for process control systems

Knowledge of nuclear power plant control systems

Ability to mentor less experienced engineers

Education

A BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Nuclear Power is a carbon-free energy source. Our electric power generation clients are digitizing their existing power plants and building new nuclear power plants, small modular reactors (SMR). This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group.

You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas:

• Digital Systems - PLC, DCS, Touchscreen displays, network switches and control systems
• Functional Requirement and Procurement Specifications for instrumentation and control components and systems
• Process instrumentation replacement evaluation reports and nuclear modification packages
• Mezatronics, Control Systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines and reactors
• Development of P&ID's and System Design Descriptions
• Attend client meetings and perform site walkdowns to ensure the client is satisfied with our work product
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced nuclear instrumentation and controls design engineers
• Support station outage activities as required

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• A BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with coursework in instrumentation, mechatronics and process controls design engineering is required
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in design engineering for process control systems; Experience in design engineering for nuclear power plant control system is preferred
• Experience with controls system design including applications for low and medium voltage distribution systems and controls for equipment including but not limited to turbines, pumps, feedwater control, and data displays.
• Experience with power plant instrumentation and controls systems design for either BWR of PWR reactors, including DCS for turbine, control, feedwater control, and data display.
• Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$82,380.00 - $125,860.00

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.