Intermediate I&C Engineer Energy - Remote

AtkinsRéalis; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Intermediate I&C Engineer Energy for a remote role based from our Oak Ridge, TN office. You will design, test, install, and maintain control systems for industrial processes, focusing on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with mechanical, nuclear, and electrical teams, develop PLC/SCADA designs, prepare P&IDs and test plans, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring timely delivery and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in I&C engineering.
• Nuclear industry experience preferred; regulatory knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, install, and maintain I&C systems for industrial processes.
• Develop PLC and SCADA designs for nuclear facilities.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear safety regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical, nuclear, operations and electrical teams for I&C design and consultation.
• Prepare and maintain P&IDs, loop diagrams and qualification test plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct quality reviews.

Skills

I&C engineering

PLC

SCADA

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an Intermediate I&C Engineer Energy - Remote. This remote position is based out of our Oak Ridge, TN office.

Your role

• Responsible for designs, tests, installs, and maintenance of systems or equipment that monitor, control, and automate industrial processes or machinery.
• Responsible for the design and analysis of safety and non-safety related I&C systems for nuclear and commercial projects.
• Regularly interfaces with the other technical disciplines (mechanical, nuclear, operations and electrical engineering teams) for I&C design and consultation.
• Applies 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.
• Creates control system designs, including PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, for nuclear facilities.
• Performance analysis, identify faults, and resolve issues to ensure optimal plant operation.
• Ensures all systems meet nuclear safety regulations, industry standards, and quality assurance requirements.
• Develops and executes maintenance, testing, and startup procedures; verify system readiness throughout equipment life.
• Prepares and maintains technical documentation such as P&IDs, loop diagrams, and qualification test plans.
• Works in multi-discipline teams on project-based work and ensures integration of design across multiple disciplines. Will conduct mentoring and quality reviews of the work of junior colleagues when needed.
• Works to assigned schedules ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of work and initiates corrective measures to overcome delays.
• Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior engineers and completes duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree required in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related technical or engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience in nuclear industry preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to complete complex technical work with limited supervision.
• Higher-level knowledge and application of skills of fundamental principles and concepts related to instrumentation and control and electrical design.
• Experience supporting Human Factors analysis of plant systems.
• Familiarity with Cyber Security requirements for nuclear facilities.
• Familiarity with the commissioning or tuning integrated plant control systems.
• Practical application of licensing standards and regulatory processes.
• Knowledge and proficiency in applying industry codes and standards (IEEE, IEC, EPRI, ANSI, ISA, IAEA).

Rewards & benefits

AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• leaves of absences options
• flexible work options
• recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• employee assistance program
• voluntary benefits

You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $72,000 - $138,700 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity Statement

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability.