Process Controls Engineer

Oklo • Santa Clara, CA

95d • $85,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The person in this role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing various process control systems for the Oklo fuel recycling facility. Some subsystems may include electrochemical process modules, off-gas separation equipment, and the waste immobilization line. The role includes collaboration with cross-functional teams including those responsible for facility design, unit process equipment design, and licensing.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering, or similar

Nice To Haves

• Experience with control narratives and philosophies, piping and instrumentation diagrams, interlock lists, instrument specifications, ladder logic, or instrument set points
• Experience designing, managing, commissioning, and operating DCS, PLC, and HMI systems
• Experience leading or serving as a subject matter expert in process hazard analysis studies
• Experience deploying or working on pilot or first-of-a-kind plant facilities
• Commercial or government nuclear experience

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing technologies in the national lab and commercial space
• Develop systems that meet facility and regulatory requirements
• Define control methodology for process systems and equipment
• Establish performance criteria, test protocols, and test equipment
• Develop technical parameters, deploy, and operate a test bed to use in refining subsystem design and operation
• Generate documentation guiding the fabrication, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of control systems
• Serve as system and/or subsystem technical lead through multiple lifecycle stages
• Generate technical documentation to be included in regulatory filings

Benefits

• Flexible time off
• Equity
• Competitive pay
• 401k
• Health insurance
• FSA
• Flexible work hours

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees