Automation Engineer (Remote)

System One; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Automation Engineer for a fully remote, long-term contract. The role involves optimizing data workflows and ensuring compliance in the nuclear industry. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in automation and systems integration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in system engineering design and procurement.
• 3+ years in automation, systems integration, or digital engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation workflows to connect data across platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to identify automation opportunities.

Skills

Automation

Scripting

Documentation

Data Validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

SQL

Python

PowerShell

VBA

BIM tools

Cloud-based automation tools

Job description

Position:Automation Engineer
Location:Remote
Duration: 1 year Contract

System One is seeking a highly motivated Automation Engineer (AE) for a fully remote, long-termcontract. The individual in this role will be responsible for streamlining and optimizing data workflows across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation workflows to connect and synchronize data between:
• Engineering databases (e.g., equipment/component databases, material traceability systems)
• BIM platforms (e.g., Autodesk Revit, Navisworks) used for nuclear facility modeling
• Excel-based tools used for procurement schedules, equipment lists, and QA documentation

• Ensure that automated systems support regulatory compliance, traceability, and audit-readiness of data flows
• Collaborate with nuclear engineers, QA/QC personnel, and procurement teams to identify pain points and automation opportunities
• Develop and maintain custom scripts, ETL pipelines, and API integrations to streamline data transfers and reporting
• Maintain thorough documentation of automation logic, validation steps, and change control procedures
• Support the digital transformation of nuclear procurement processes in accordance with NQA-1, ISO 19443, or equivalent standards
• Provide technical support and training to end-users on new tools and systems
  Key Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of experience in system engineering design, procurement, and construction of heavy industrial facilities, preferably in the commercial nuclear power industry
• 3+ years of experience in automation, systems integration, or digital engineering roles
• Proficient in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, VBA) and automation of data workflows
• Familiarity with BIM tools (Autodesk Revit, Navisworks) and model-data integration
• Experience with SQL databases, data extraction, and transformation
• Strong understanding of Excel automation, macros, and data validation techniques
• Excellent documentation skills and experience in regulated environments
• Experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors (e.g., aerospace, pharmaceutical, defense)
• Knowledge of nuclear quality assurance standards (e.g., ASME NQA-1, ISO 19443)
• Familiarity with nuclear digital systems, procurement software, or configuration management tools
• Experience with cloud-based automation tools or digital twin platforms
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for data systems in critical infrastructure

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