Senior Nuclear I&C Engineer - Lead & Mentor

Kiewit Corporation; Lenexa (KS); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking anInstrumentation & Control Engineer to develop and lead I&C design for nuclear projects, from concept to construction support. You will mentor engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, reliable outcomes.

Primary locations include Lenexa, KS, with options for relocation or remote collaboration under project requirements. Strong knowledge of nuclear standards and PLC/HMI design is essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required; advanced degrees or certifications in instrumentation, controls, or related fields advantageous.
• PE license or eligibility to obtain one through reciprocity, preferably in Tennessee, Ohio, or Idaho.
• 7–10+ years of progressive Instrumentation & Control engineering experience in commercial nuclear power plants or DOE facilities.
• Ability to independently develop and review detailed instrumentation and control designs, calculations, and specifications for nuclear projects.
• Familiarity with nuclear standards, codes, and QA processes relevant to I&C engineering.
• Experience with engineering documentation including P&IDs, control narratives, logic diagrams, I/O lists, and procurement specs.
• Skills in HMI design, PLC programming (ladder logic), safety systems integration, and hazardous area classification.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving abilities, and mentoring capability.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% for site visits and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive I&C design deliverables (P&IDs, instrument layouts, control philosophy, logic diagrams).
• Lead instrumentation and control design from concept through construction support.
• Collaborate across disciplines to integrate control systems with mechanical, civil, electrical, and software components.
• Prepare technical specs for procurement and vendor evaluation for nuclear applications.
• Contribute to safety reviews and hazard analyses for control systems and instrumentation.
• Facilitate design reviews, resolve technical challenges, and implement engineering changes.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and vendors, including on-site support during construction and commissioning.

Skills

Instrumentation & Control

Nuclear regulations

HMI design

PLC programming

Mentoring

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking anInstrumentation & Control Engineer to develop and lead I&C design for nuclear projects, from concept to construction support. You will mentor engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, reliable outcomes.

Primary locations include Lenexa, KS, with options for relocation or remote collaboration under project requirements. Strong knowledge of nuclear standards and PLC/HMI design is essential.