Engineer V, I&C

X-Energy•Rockville, MD

12d•Remote

About The Position

This role is responsible for supporting the design and development of instrumentation and controls (I&C) through all phases of the design lifecycle, including testing, analysis, and implementation of hardware according to the design requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, controls engineering, instrumentation, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, or electrical computer engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university or college.
Knowledge or experience in software engineering, software development, or utilization of a software development toolset.
Typically, fifteen years of experience in an engineering role required.
A master’s degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.
A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.
Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.
Experience in application or development of software codes or standards.

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, without close supervision and extensive latitude for independent judgment.
Teach and mentor more junior team members.
Stay abreast of industry and academic trends, breakthroughs, and best practices.
Implement process management to deliver high quality I&C design support to the organization.
I&C design for process systems (controls, instrumentation, data collection, electro-mechanical, automation & robotics, connectivity).
Work with system and mechanical engineers, designers, and analysts on development of detailed design.
Support mechanical engineers in developing process flow diagrams, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Interface with Architectural and Engineering firms, as needed, to support development/implementation of I&C system(s).
Functional Requirement and procurement specifications for instrumentation and control systems.
Process instrumentation design, specification, and procurement oversight.
Control Systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and more to improve the functionality of the client’s plant.
Develop control logic narratives, control logic diagrams, and control logic schematic diagrams.
Develop panel wiring and interconnect cabling diagrams.
Create or oversee the development of human machine interface (HMI) screens.
Develop specifications for Programmable Logic Control (PLC) or Distributed Control systems (DCS) and components and instrumentation.
Develop control logic code and implementation on PLCs/DCS.
Author I&C system hardware descriptions including requirements, functional specifications, and I&C system architecture descriptions.
Develops troubleshooting plans and failure mode analysis documents to support design reviews.
Author factory acceptance test procedures.
Write guidance for instrument checking, calibration, and testing.
Develop instrument check, calibration, and testing program.
Participate in system Process Hazards Analysis.
Directly interfaces with other workgroups (e.g., System Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection, Cyber Security).
Assists relevant teams in resolving I&C design issues.
Provide guidance, as a mentor, in the development of less experienced instrumentation and controls design engineers.
Lead reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding I&C design.
Preparation and review of design change packages and design calculations (e.g., load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, etc.) in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Assist Project management leadership in developing detailed schedules and resolving planning issues for I&C design activities.
Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
Perform other duties as assigned by manager.