Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls

Aecon Concessions; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is looking for an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our team in Glen Rose, TX. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering, along with significant experience in nuclear power design and operations.

This role involves preparing engineering change packages, evaluating process instrumentation, and supporting various projects within the nuclear sector. The position offers opportunities to interface with clients and lead teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• 8 years’ overall experience in design, operations or field service/support for power plants.
• 5 years of experience relating to design of operating nuclear power plants in the U.S.
• Current or recent qualifications to independently prepare nuclear modification packages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Engineering Change Packages including wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Evaluate and specify pressure, temperature, flow, and level process instrumentation.
• Support multiple projects and coordinate activities with clients and contractors.

Skills

Engineering design and analysis

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering

Job description

Location

Glen Rose, TX, US

Operating Sector

Nuclear

Overview

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure for tomorrow. We work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, creating resilient infrastructure that lasts generations. We are seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer with nuclear engineering experience to support work at the Vistra Comanche Peak nuclear station.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Engineering Change Packages including wiring diagrams and schematics, P&IDs, logic diagrams, instrument hookups, etc., for plant modification packages, including digital upgrades.
• Prepare specifications for control of plant process/auxiliary systems.
• Prepare and review logic diagrams and system functional descriptions for implementation of system control logic into plant control systems.
• Evaluate and specify pressure, temperature, flow, and level process instrumentation.
• Perform engineering calculations for a nuclear plant such as instrument set‑points, electrical loading changes, etc.
• Perform Digital Upgrade evaluations.
• Interface with equipment vendors, providing oversight and review of project submittals such as drawings, O&M manuals and software quality documentation.
• Support multiple projects and coordinate activities with clients, contractors, vendors and other members of the project teams.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering from an accredited 4‑year university.
• 8 years’ overall experience in design, operations or field service/support for power plants or heavy industrial facilities.
• 5 years of experience relating to design of operating nuclear power plants in the U.S.
• NANTeL Certified in the Nuclear Standard Design Process (IP‑ENG‑01).
• Current or recent qualifications to independently prepare nuclear modification packages at a commercial nuclear plant (i.e., qualified to a utility/owner Quality Assurance program) [preferred].
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in U.S. (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of engineering design and analysis. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with nuclear regulations and industry standards.
• Experience leading a team of engineers and technicians and training/mentoring junior staff.
• Good written and oral communication skills. Must be able to interface with other members of the project team including other disciplines, clients, contractors and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be able to obtain unescorted access to nuclear plants and other facilities requiring background checks and pre‑employment/random access.
• Field experience at an operating nuclear plant.

EEO Statement

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Nearest Markets

Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth

Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas