Junior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – Nuclear

Kiewit; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is hiring entry-level Instrumentation and Controls Engineers to support design engineering across North America. The role focuses on developing standards, performing calculations, and contributing to project success while ensuring safety during construction.

The position offers training, collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams, and opportunities to advance in a growing nuclear sector, with work locations in Oak Ridge, TN or Lenexa, KS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation and Controls or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university program.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred.
• Familiarity with control system programming and basic knowledge of logic diagrams preferred.
• Some programming experience, especially with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
• Proficient in basic computer programs including MS Word and Excel, web browsing and e-mail programs.
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• Must be a US citizen with documentation for badge access
• Pass a security questionnaire and background check appropriate to position duties

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to interpret and fulfill client operational and business requirements, specifying equipment and contributing to design solutions.
• Develop familiarity with departmental design standards, engineering codes, and company guidelines; offer recommendations to enhance processes and practices as appropriate.
• Assist in feasibility and planning studies by analyzing client data, researching options, coordinating with project engineers, and providing informed recommendations.
• Support the development of I&C design deliverables, including but not limited to: Master Instrument Indexes, Alarm Setpoint/Range Lists, Area Classification Guides, Control Philosophy Narratives, Instrument Mounting Details, Instrument Rack Layouts, and Field Instrument Requirements.
• Help administer instrumentation and control equipment contracts, including systems such as FMCS, DCS, Remote Input/Output Cabinets, and essential field instrumentation.
• Monitor and ensure timely submission of required project documentation and deliverables.
• Respond to client and contractor RFIs related to instrumentation and control systems, equipment operation, control logic, and startup procedures.
• Review and coordinate deliverables from other disciplines to ensure compatibility and integration with instrumentation and controls design

Skills

PLC programming

Control system concepts

MS Word

MS Excel

Strong work ethic

US citizenship

Security questionnaire

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Instrumentation and Controls or Electrical Engineering

Tools

FMCS

DCS

Remote I/O Cabinets

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is hiring entry-level Instrumentation and Controls Engineers to support design engineering across North America. The role focuses on developing standards, performing calculations, and contributing to project success while ensuring safety during construction.

The position offers training, collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams, and opportunities to advance in a growing nuclear sector, with work locations in Oak Ridge, TN or Lenexa, KS.