Nuclear I&C Technician II — Modernization & Field Expert

Zachry Group; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. seeks an experienced Instrumentation & Control Engineer to support the design, modification, and modernization of I&C systems on nuclear projects. You will work with engineers and field staff to develop architectures, specs, and documentation.

Travel to client facilities and site reviews where required; contribute to safety, compliance with NRC codes, and project delivery.

Qualifications

• One of the following is required: 10+ years of relevant hands-on engineering or technical experience; or Completion of Naval Nuclear Power School and Prototype training, plus a total of 10+ years of relevant hands-on experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering or technical experience.
• Experience with analog and/or digital control systems.
• Experience supporting technical projects or engineering initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of I&C system modifications and upgrades.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, and design documentation.
• Develop control system architectures and evaluate system performance.
• Define system interfaces, I/O requirements, and integration needs.
• Specify instrumentation, control valves, and related equipment.
• Assist with digital modernization initiatives and legacy system replacement projects.
• Apply engineering principles and industry standards to technical challenges.
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex control system issues.
• Participate in engineering evaluations and design reviews.
• Recommend practical solutions that improve plant operations and reliability.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution activities.
• Coordinate with engineers, clients, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and help identify and mitigate risks.
• Contribute to delivering high-quality engineering solutions on schedule.
• Ensure technical work aligns with applicable nuclear industry codes and standards.
• Support compliance with NRC regulations and licensing requirements.
• Participate in peer reviews and quality assurance activities.
• Promote safe, reliable, and efficient engineering solutions.
• Review engineering documentation, calculations, and drawings.
• Share technical knowledge and support less experienced team members.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Build strong relationships with clients and plant personnel.
• Perform plant walkdowns and field investigations.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts.
• Interface directly with plant operators and customer representatives.
• Travel to nuclear facilities as project needs require.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Planning

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Customer focus

Education

10+ years hands-on engineering/technical experience

Naval Nuclear Power School + Prototype training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. seeks an experienced Instrumentation & Control Engineer to support the design, modification, and modernization of I&C systems on nuclear projects. You will work with engineers and field staff to develop architectures, specs, and documentation.

Travel to client facilities and site reviews where required; contribute to safety, compliance with NRC codes, and project delivery.