Principal I&C Engineer

Omega Technical Services; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 185,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Short & long-term disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Omega Technical Services is seeking a Principal I&C Engineer to support operations in Aiken, SC. The role requires defining scope of technical programs and delivering quality solutions while guiding less experienced engineers.

You will work onsite and contribute to DoD/DOE-related projects with a strong emphasis on instrumentation, control, and automation disciplines. Required credentials include advanced degrees in engineering (Ph.D./M.S./B.S.) and extensive experience in I&C design, PLC/DCS,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in applicable science or engineering discipline and 5+ years' experience.
• A MS with 8+ years' experience.
• A BS with 10+ years' experience or more in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Nuclear, I&C Engineering or PE registration.

Responsibilities

• Define scope of technical programs and develop effective, quality solutions to challenges.
• Apply technical experience to resolve complex problems.
• Provide leadership and guidance to less senior professionals on related tasks.
• Develop plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving technical tasks.

Education

Ph.D. in applicable science or engineering

M.S. in applicable science or engineering

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, I&C Engineering or PE registered

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Principal I&C Engineer

Location: US-SC-Aiken

ID: 2026-1324

Position Type: Full-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Pay Range: USD $185,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.

About Us

Join Our Mission

At Omega Technical Services, every role supports a mission that matters. Whether you're advancing national security, driving innovation in nuclear infrastructure, or supporting critical DOE and DoD operations, you're part of something bigger here.

Overview

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Principal I&C Engineer to support ongoing operations in Aiken,SC.

Define scope of technical programs and develop eective, quality solutions to challenges which involve unique or controversial problems. Creatively meet all company and industry requirements and apply site systems to achieve quality, timely and cost-eective results. Give quality guidance and assistance to less senior professionals on related tasks.

Responsibilities

DUTIES:

• Define scope of technical programs and develop eective, quality solutions to challenges which involve unique or controversial problems. Creatively meet all company and industry requirements and apply site systems to achieve quality, timely and cost-eective results. Give quality guidance and assistance to less senior professionals on related tasks.


• Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields, to resolve complex problems.


• Incorporate advanced technical practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and dicult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning.


• Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and be recognized as having expertise in a functional area(s) of technical expertise.


• Provide direction and position responsibility both inside and outside department lines on programs seeking new approaches to problems and new application of existing engineering or scientific principles.


• Evaluate the results of programs and prepares reports and recommendations based on these evaluations.


• Identify and recommend improvements where established technology components and methodology are inadequate for solution.


• Keep informed of the advancement of technology as applied through one's area of technology.


• Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving technical tasks identified by management.


• Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed.


• Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed.


• Communicate results and objectives verbally and in manuscripts form to customers colleagues and management.


• Occasionally prepare reports for external publication.


• Enhance expertise in field through leadership in local technical societies.


• Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles.


• Provide design engineering staff augmentation support to SRNS.


• Primary responsibilities include engineering analysis, walkdowns, design development and generation of design output documents including but not limited to: P&IDs; Control Logics; Loop Diagrams; Instrument Indices; Setpoint Lists; Instrument and Control Valve Specifications; DCS and PLC Design; Instrument Location and Installation Design; Panel Layouts; and Vendor Document Review.


• Engineering services shall be provided using SRNS processes and procedures. Programmatic guidance will be provided by SRNS.

Education Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in applicable science or engineering discipline and 5+ years' experience.


• A MS with 8+ years' experience.


• A BS with 10+ years' experience or more. BS Degree in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, I&C Engineering, or current registration as a Professional Engineer in one of the above disciplines.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.


• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a drug and breath alcohol test, along with a Motor Vehicle Record check.


• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.


• Candidate must demonstrate ten (10) years of direct I&C design experience (within the last 15 years) in the nuclear or process chemical industry.


• Candidate must demonstrate design experience with process control instrumentation, PLCs and distributed control systems.


• Proficiency in using MicroStation 2D Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software is required.


• Candidate must be able to perform weekly field walk downs of the job site for the engineering work being performed. These walk downs may involve construction sites with uneven surfaces and work in progress, walking for distances of over half a mile, climbing ladders to access remote areas, and dressing out in protective clothing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.


• Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.

Work Schedule

A 40 hour work week is scheduled. Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10's (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80's (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes Client holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Why Omega Technical Services?

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you'll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match; AD&D insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay. *Based on eligibility requirements.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you're not just starting a job, you're building a career that honors the past, powers today's progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.