I&C Engineer 4

NuScale Power, LLC

23h•Remote

About The Position

The Instrumentation & Controls Engineering organization is responsible for design engineering of safety related and non-safety related digital instrumentation and control (I&C) systems. Additionally, oversees and coordinates workflows and schedules with designated subcontractors. The position possesses excellent knowledge of functional disciplines and their practical application and has detailed knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations. The position is responsible for making technical decisions regarding I&C system design and application to ensure compliance with NRC regulatory criteria.

Requirements

A minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering (power option preferred), from a four-year ABET (MRA/MOU) accredited college or university.
A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience within commercial nuclear power, in a design and/or systems engineering organization.
Naval nuclear power experience may be credited towards commercial.
Must have excellent technical writing, communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills as well as being highly organized with the ability to manage complex projects with multiple work phases.
Must have the ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

Nice To Haves

A professional engineer license registration or advanced degree is considered.
Experience in the design and installation of I&C safety protection systems, as well as development of testing and installation procedures for this type of equipment for commercial nuclear plants.
Experience in the design and installation of neutron monitoring systems, as well as development of testing and installation procedures for this type of equipment for commercial nuclear plants.
Possess a working knowledge of source terms, normal and accident dose analysis, criticality concepts, particle transport, reactor physics, vessel fluence, and shielding analysis, with emphasis on pressurized light‑water reactors and primary systems related to neutron and in‑core monitoring system design and installation.
Demonstrated ability to incorporate Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations and guidelines into system design requirements for nuclear power plants.
Proficient in mapping NRC regulatory requirements to specific system design parameters.
Cross‑functional operations experience such as Shift Technical Engineer or Plant Certification.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Familiarity with Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standards 497, 603, 308, 379, 384, 323, 344, and 1050.

Responsibilities

Applies expert level engineering principles, techniques and practices in the preparation and/or review of I&C system design work products such as one-line diagrams, logic diagrams, system and equipment requirement specifications, system design documents, engineering studies, engineering calculations, engineering reports, hazard analyses, and Inspections, Tests, Analyses and Acceptance Criteria (ITAAC).
Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work. Supports preparation of work scope and schedule for assignments.
Compile functional and design requirements into component and system design with consideration for system interfaces, manufacturability, serviceability and in-service inspection.
Develops departmental R&D needs and contributes to methodology development.
Interprets scope and project requirements and develops design alternatives. Plans, organizes, and performs complex assignments in a team environment.
Applies experience in the design, testing and installation of process control and automation systems.
Provides mentoring and technical direction to less experienced engineers. Serves as a technical lead for the design of systems, structures, and components. Responsible for results and engineering oversight.
Regularly interacts with directors and/or major clients. Creates formal networks and may serve as an internal and/or external spokesperson for the organization regarding specialized projects or programs.
Provides oversight and direction to key suppliers of I&C systems and components. Also, coordinates design interfaces with other disciplines and partners associated with the I&C systems.
Acts as a primary interface to regulatory agencies concerning I&C design principles of assigned I&C systems including supporting audits, requests for additional information (RAI), and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.