Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

88d • $95,840 - $147,870

About The Position

This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant controls systems. You will work on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical controls engineering issues, including the following: Digital Systems Design Development -- PLC, DCS, HSI, networked computer systems, and control systems. Functional requirement and procurement specifications for control systems. Mechatronics, control systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines and reactors to improve the functionality of the nuclear power plant. Critical digital asset cyber assessment and assessment review. Client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction. Assist the project manager/director to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. Prepare and review detailed calculations, including scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for digital and analog controls applications. Interface with vendors to perform document reviews and prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications. Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements. Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including design documentation, specifications, calculations, and drawings. Enhance your career via participation in professional Communities of Practice. Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 7 or more years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls systems.
• Experience in a project team environment for commercial, industrial applications, focusing on nuclear power plants.
• Selection of equipment, materials, control philosophy, and preparation of design packages.
• Experience with controls system design for low and medium voltage distribution systems.
• Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems.
• Experience serving as the firm's client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Experience in reviewing design documentation.
• PE license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, trouble-shoot, and solve a wide variety of electrical controls engineering issues.
• Develop digital systems design including PLC, DCS, HSI, and networked computer systems.
• Create functional requirement and procurement specifications for control systems.
• Design control systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors.
• Conduct critical digital asset cyber assessments and reviews.
• Participate in client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction.
• Assist project manager/director to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Prepare and review detailed calculations for digital and analog controls applications.
• Interface with vendors for document reviews and prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications.
• Prepare reports and studies presenting technical information clearly to meet client requirements.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including design documentation and specifications.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees