Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer — PLC/DCS Automation

BWXT

Oak Ridge (TN)

On-site

USD 86,450 - 136,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Flexible schedules
Professional development
Inclusive culture
Mission-driven company
Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) seeks an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer for on-site work in Oak Ridge, TN. You will lead major process controls projects spanning PLC/DCS/HMI, test stands, and chemical processes, driving data‑driven decisions, automation, and responsible AI use to improve workflows and deliver compliant designs.

You will design, fabricate, assemble, program, and test while mentoring others and ensuring robust software configuration management. U.S.

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • 5+ years of experience in design engineering for process control systems.
  • Hands-on expertise with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs and FactoryTalk systems.
  • Strong SCM proficiency including Git, versioning, and code reviews.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to review design drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead PLC/DCS/HMI projects across control systems and test stands.
  • Develop functional requirements, procurement specs, and P&IDs.
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide cross-disciplinary teams.
  • Interface with vendors and review equipment purchase specifications.
  • Enforce software configuration management for code and documentation.

Skills

Process control design
Rockwell/AB PLCs
FactoryTalk systems
SCM proficiency (Git)
Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000
FactoryTalk Analytics
PlantPAx
OPC UA

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) seeks an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer for on-site work in Oak Ridge, TN. You will lead major process controls projects spanning PLC/DCS/HMI, test stands, and chemical processes, driving data‑driven decisions, automation, and responsible AI use to improve workflows and deliver compliant designs.

You will design, fabricate, assemble, program, and test while mentoring others and ensuring robust software configuration management. U.S.

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