I&C Engineer - Nuclear Power Systems

Kiewit; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in Knoxville, TN seeks an Instrumentation & Control Engineer to develop I&C solutions for commercial nuclear power and DOE projects. You will lead design from concept through construction, mentor engineers, and contribute to safe, reliable systems.

Primary locations across Lenexa, KS; Houston, TX; Knoxville, TN; Itasca, IL, with relocation or remote collaboration under project requirements. Safety, integrity, and excellence guide our work.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• PE license or eligibility through reciprocity preferred, especially TN/OH/ID.
• 7–10+ years of instrumentation & control in commercial nuclear plants or DOE facilities.
• Ability to independently develop and review I&C designs, calculations and specifications.
• Familiarity with nuclear standards, codes and QA for I&C engineering.
• Experience with P&IDs, control narratives, logic diagrams, I/O lists, and procurement specs.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills; travel up to 20% for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Develop I&C design deliverables including P&IDs and control layouts.
• Lead the I&C design process from concept to construction support.
• Collaborate with mechanical, civil, electrical and software teams.
• Prepare procurement specs and evaluate vendors for nuclear components.
• Contribute to safety reviews and hazard analyses for control systems.
• Facilitate design reviews and manage engineering changes.
• Provide mentoring to junior engineers and technical guidance.
• Engage with clients, contractors and vendors, including on-site visits.

Skills

I&C engineering experience

Nuclear industry knowledge

Leadership & mentoring

Travel willingness up to 20%

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

PE license or eligibility

Tools

P&IDs

Control Narratives

Logic diagrams

I/O lists

HMI design

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in Knoxville, TN seeks an Instrumentation & Control Engineer to develop I&C solutions for commercial nuclear power and DOE projects. You will lead design from concept through construction, mentor engineers, and contribute to safe, reliable systems.

Primary locations across Lenexa, KS; Houston, TX; Knoxville, TN; Itasca, IL, with relocation or remote collaboration under project requirements. Safety, integrity, and excellence guide our work.