Postdoc: Instrumentation & Control for Nuclear Digitalization

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Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Instrumentation and Control Engineering within the Department of Plant Optimization at the Idaho Falls facility.

The role emphasizes applying digital technologies to the nuclear power sector, with a 9 x 80 schedule and every other Friday off. You will contribute to R&D, manuscript writing, and conference presentations while working with an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering completed by appointment.
• Demonstrated English communication skills (oral and written).
• Experience with digital I&C systems, PLCs, DCS, embedded devices, and industrial networks.

Responsibilities

• Publish scientific manuscripts and milestone reports; present findings at conferences.
• Collaborate with project managers and investigators to advance R&D goals.
• Develop and evaluate digital I&C hardware/software testbeds and architectures.

Skills

Python

C/C++

MATLAB/Simulink

LabVIEW

Education

PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Instrumentation and Control Engineering within the Department of Plant Optimization at the Idaho Falls facility.

The role emphasizes applying digital technologies to the nuclear power sector, with a 9 x 80 schedule and every other Friday off. You will contribute to R&D, manuscript writing, and conference presentations while working with an interdisciplinary team.