Instrumentation & Controls Engineer III

Holtec International; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources and voluntary benefits

Job summary

Holtec International is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their SMR-300 engineering team, responsible for the design and analysis of safety and non-safety related I&C systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 7-10 years of relevant experience, and expertise in I&C system design.

The position offers annual compensation ranging from $120,000 to $145,000, along with various benefits including medical insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Join Holtec and be part of a generation ahead by design™.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive I&C engineering experience.
• Produces and reviews high-quality technical deliverables.
• Demonstrates advanced planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of I&C systems for the SMR-300 reactor.
• Perform I&C calculations and system analysis.
• Lead and mentor teams of engineers.

Skills

I&C system design

Project execution

Regulatory compliance

Technical communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, I&C, or related engineering discipline

Job description

Holtec International, a global turnkey supplier of equipment and systems for the nuclear, solar, geothermal and fossil power generation sectors of the energy industry, is seeking to add an Electrical Engineer to their SMR-300 engineering team.

Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Engineer

The I&C Engineer is responsible for the design and analysis of safety and non-safety related I&C systems for the SMR-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR), regularly interfacing with the mechanical, nuclear, and electrical engineering teams for I&C design and consultation. This I&C Engineer applies their knowledge and experience, industry best practices, regulatory guidance, codes and standards, and good engineering judgment to ensure the design is compliant with International regulatory criteria and industry best practices.

Primary Responsibilities

• I&C System design including:
• Requirements development
• Design specification development
• System analysis
• Licensing conformance evaluations
• Read, interpret and develop logic diagrams
• Perform I&C calculations: setpoint, loop calibration, and instrument calibration tolerances
• Perform instrument vendor selection and vetting
• Process Controls design including:
• Develop Control System Descriptions for plant systems
• Review and provide I&C insight into P&ID development
• Read, interpret and develop logic diagrams, Instrument, and I/O Lists
• Support Human Factors analysis of plant systems.
• Perform sizing and specifying I&C (transmitters, operators, control valves, switches, etc.) equipment
• Perform I&C calculations: setpoint, loop calibration, and instrument calibration tolerances
• Perform instrument vendor selection and vetting
• Develop system function and design requirement specifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, I&C, or related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited college or university.
• 7–10 years of progressive I&C engineering experience.
• Advanced expertise in I&C system design, project execution, and regulatory compliance.
• Produces and reviews technical deliverables to ensure high quality and compliance.
• Strong communicator, able to present technical information clearly to management, clients, and regulators.
• Exercises sound judgment in complex technical and project decisions.
• Demonstrates advanced planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Adaptable in dynamic project and organizational environments.
• Leads and mentors teams of engineers, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Consistently meets deadlines and manages competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or advanced technical training preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in I&C design for power generation, with substantial nuclear exposure.
• Lead experience in system-level design, integration, or modification of complex I&C systems.
• Advanced experience in Human Factors analysis and implementation in nuclear environments.
• Strong background in Cyber Security compliance for nuclear systems (10 CFR 73.54, RG 5.71).
• Proven experience leading system commissioning, integrated plant control tuning, and acceptance testing.
• Deep knowledge of US and international licensing standards and nuclear regulatory guidance.
• Recognized proficiency with nuclear-specific codes, standards, and best practices.

A Generation Ahead by Design™

Investing in people who power the future.

Compensation

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

• Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $120,000.00-$145,000.00
• Additional compensation earned through incentive structure

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec— a generation ahead by design™.