Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Amentum

Scoville (ID)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 165,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to support the Spent Fuel Handling Project (SFHP) near Idaho Falls. The role provides instrumentation and controls expertise across construction, testing and commissioning, reviewing design documents and I&C deliverables, and supporting all aspects of I&C engineering in a fast-paced project environment.

You will work with ISA standards, create and size instrumentation, develop control narratives, loop drawings, and system architectures,

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering.
  • ABET-accredited engineering degree (or 15 years of equivalent I&C experience in lieu of degree).
  • Experience across concept through construction and commissioning.
  • Familiarity with ISA standards and quality systems (ISO 9000 / NQA-1).
  • Ability to work onsite at Idaho National Lab and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

  • Review and check design documents and I&C deliverables.
  • Support construction, testing, and commissioning activities.
  • Create instrument datasheets, data collections, and sizing calculations.
  • Develop control narratives, loop drawings, and system architecture drawings.

Skills

I&C engineering
ISA standards
Team collaboration
Quality procedures

Education

ABET accredited engineering degree
15 years I&C experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to support the Spent Fuel Handling Project (SFHP) located near Idaho Falls.

This person will provide instrumentation and controls engineering expertise in support of the SFHP Project. The role will provide support for construction, testing and commissioning. The candidate will support all aspects of I& C engineering. Review / checking of design documents and I& C deliverables developed by design teams.

Experience with originating and checking standard I& C deliverables including P&ID’s, Instrument Lists, IO Lists, Cause and Effect Matrix, control narratives, loop drawings, control system architecture drawings, instrument datasheets and sizing instrumentation, creating specifications for industrial control systems, instruments and final control elements. The successful candidate must also have familiarity with ISA standards. Experience must also include system design, data collection, systems engineering and analysis, problem resolution, and documentation of results. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is essential. The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client.

Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ Years of experience in the Instrumentation and Controls field
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET Accredited program
  • 15 years of relevant I&C experience will be considered in lieu of an engineering degree
  • Demonstrated experience working on a range of projects from concept through construction and commissioning
  • Knowledge of design, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness
  • Ability to understand and follow established Amentum quality procedures
  • Experience working within a quality system based on ISO 9000 or NQA-1
  • Competent using Microsoft Office software
  • Ability to work onsite at Idaho National Lab daily if needed
  • Must be able to show proof of US citizenship (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations)
Preferred qualifications:
  • Able to lead groups of engineers and designers to complete technical portions of projects within established budgets and schedules.
  • Experience with Department of Energy (DOE) standards and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations
Essential Functions:

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equipment and Machines:
  • Standard office PC, with software will be provided
  • Travel required – As needed
  • Attendance: Ability to work in the field construction site and office is required
  • Valid driver's license is required. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere
  • Must put forward professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation
  • Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background check
Compensation Details:

$100,000 - $165,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

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