Safety SW I&C Engineer PLC Control Logic

Westinghouse Electric Company; Warrendale (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 58,400 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in Warrendale, PA, seeks a PLC Engineer to develop and implement control logic for safety systems. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field and offers growth opportunities for recent graduates.

This hybrid position offers a salary range of $58,400 to $73,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of PLC programming concepts and industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 languages is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test PLC-based control logic for I&C Safety System products.
• Collaborate with IV&V and IST teams for testing and certification.
• Support integration activities with system hardware and instrumentation.

Skills

PLC programming concepts

C and C++

Embedded systems

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

PLC platforms

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

You will develop, implement, and test PLC-based control logic for I&C Safety System products. This role focuses on translating system and functional requirements into clear, deterministic control logic that supports safety‑critical system behavior. You will contribute to technical documentation for implemented control logic and support verification activities to ensure the software performs in accordance with design specifications. Working with senior engineers, you will participate in testing, debugging, and resolving technical issues while gaining experience in safety system software development within a regulated environment.

You will report to the Manager, I&C Safety Software – Safety Reactor Systems Engineering and will be located in a hybrid role at the Warrendale, PA facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Independent Validation and Verification (IV&V) and Integrated System Test (IST) teams to support testing and certification of control logic.
• Execute assigned tasks within project schedules and quality expectations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support integration activities and understanding how control logic interacts with system hardware and instrumentation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates should have a basic understanding of PLC programming concepts and industrial control systems.
• Exposure to IEC 61131-3 languages such as Function Block Diagram, Ladder Logic, or Structured Text is preferred.
• Familiarity with PLC architecture, including I/O processing and control logic execution, is desired.
• Experience with any PLC platform is required.
• Coursework, internships, or academic projects involving control systems or automation are valuable.
• Familiarity with C and C++ is preferred, particularly for work in embedded or real‑time environments.
• A general understanding of real‑time or embedded systems is beneficial.
• Familiarity with structured or waterfall development processes in regulated environments is helpful but not required.
• Ability to work as part of a cross‑functional team including engineering, testing, and manufacturing and should demonstrate strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a safety‑focused environment.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $58,400 to $73,000 per year.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well‑being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work‑life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.