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Protingent

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$69 - $115/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

I&C Design Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract I&C Design Engineer opportunity. Job Responsibilities: * Responsible for interfacing and supporting ...

Protingent

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$69 - $115/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

I&C Design Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract I&C Design Engineer opportunity. Job Responsibilities: * Responsible for interfacing and supporting ...

System One

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$69 - $115/hr

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Type: Long-term Contract Compensation: $69.00 - $115.00 per hour Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities: * Act as an I&C Engineer for ...

Southern Company

I&C Design Engineer - Hatch

Baxley, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Central Design - Electrical/I&C Design Engineer JOB SUMMARY: Southern Nuclear Operating Company's (SNC) Fleet Central Design Organization is responsible for production of capital project designs ...

System One

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$69 - $115/hr

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Type: Long-term Contract Compensation: $69.00 - $115.00 per hour Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities: * Act as an I&C Engineer for ...

System One Holdings, LLC

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$69 - $115/hr

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Type: Long-term Contract Compensation: $69.00 - $115.00 per hour Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities: * Act as an I&C Engineer for ...

System One

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$69 - $115/hr

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Type: Long-term Contract Compensation: $69.00 - $115.00 per hour Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities: * Act as an I&C Engineer for ...

Protingent

I&C Design Engineer Lead

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$69 - $115/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

I&C Design Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract I&C Design Engineer opportunity. Job Responsibilities: * Responsible for interfacing and supporting ...

System One

Junior I & C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Job Type: Contract Schedule: 40 hours/week System One is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer to support the design and ...

System One

Junior I & C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Job Type: Contract Schedule: 40 hours/week System One is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer to support the design and ...

System One

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$52 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Engineer specializing in Instrumentation and Control (I&C) for a contract opportunity with a remote work model. This opening plays a pivotal role in ...

System One

Junior I & C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Job Type: Contract Schedule: 40 hours/week System One is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer to support the design and ...

Edgewater Technical Associates

I&C Design Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Aiken, SC I&C Design Engineer- The Instrumentation and Controls Design Engineer is responsible for design changes affecting instrumentation, control systems, alarms, monitoring, and automated ...

System One Holdings, LLC

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$52 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Engineer specializing in Instrumentation and Control (I&C) for a contract opportunity with a remote work model. This opening plays a pivotal role in ...

System One

Junior I & C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Job Type: Contract Schedule: 40 hours/week System One is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer to support the design and ...

System One

Junior I & C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Job Type: Contract Schedule: 40 hours/week System One is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer to support the design and ...

System One

Junior I & C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

I&C Design Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Job Type: Contract Schedule: 40 hours/week System One is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer to support the design and ...

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How much do i&c design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for i&c design engineer in the United States is $186,238.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $202,000.00 and $202,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an i&c design engineer?

I&C Design Engineers, or Instrumentation and Control Design Engineers, are professionals responsible for designing, developing, and implementing control systems and instrumentation used to monitor and manage processes in industries such as power generation, oil and gas, manufacturing, and more. They work on selecting appropriate instruments, designing control logic, creating system layouts, and ensuring that all systems meet safety and regulatory standards. Their work is crucial for maintaining efficient, safe, and automated operations in industrial settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an i&c design engineer?

To thrive as an I&C Design Engineer, you need a strong background in instrumentation and control systems, engineering principles, and typically a degree in electrical, instrumentation, or control engineering. Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, PLC programming tools, and knowledge of industry standards (like ISA or IEC) are often required, along with relevant certifications. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure precise system design, safe operation, and seamless collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What are the typical collaboration points for an i&c design engineer within a project team?

As an I&C Design Engineer, collaboration is integral to your daily responsibilities. You will frequently coordinate with process engineers, mechanical and electrical design teams, and project managers to ensure accurate integration of instrumentation and control systems within overall plant designs. Regular meetings and design reviews are common to resolve interface issues, align on specifications, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork can significantly enhance project outcomes and streamline the design process.
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Infographic showing various I&C Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $186,238 per year, or $89.5 per hour.

I&C Design Engineer

Protingent

Bellevue, WA • On-site

$69 - $115/hr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Position Title: I&C Design Engineer
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract I&C Design Engineer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for interfacing and supporting geographically diverse and international design team members to develop supporting design documentation. The design team members include in-house and subcontracted resources and may include partner/customer resources as well.
  • Develop and review system- and component-level specifications and scopes of work.
  • Perform engineering and design evaluations in the application of nuclear codes and standards, licensing requirements, and NRC regulations.
  • Specify and describe suitability of instrumentation measurement techniques for use in sodium fast reactor and integrated energy storage technologies, including analysis of measurement range, response time, and measurement accuracy.
  • Analyze and apply regulatory criteria and standards to complex Instrumentation and Control system design.
  • Develop and review technical design documents, such as System Requirements Documents, System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Design Specifications, etc.
  • Create and manage drawing packages of system and component designs, including but not limited to P&IDs, control system architecture drawings, control logic and loop diagrams, and instrument installation drawings, etc.
  • Generate integrated design package for key systems and components.
  • Provide technical direction and oversight of supplier projects, working with the contract administrator to ensure delivery of data and other deliverables to meet Company requirements, as well as coordination and performance of technical reviews of deliverables.
  • Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices in order to maintain the highest quality of engineering design and proactively identify process change/enhancement opportunities.
  • Integrate I&C with work of other disciplines, engineers, scientists, and subject matter experts.
  • Interface with and support licensing activities associated with Safety Analysis Reports.
  • Work with the Non-Safety Manager to complete I&C design tasks in accordance with the reactor project schedule and budget.
  • Assist with planning activities for established systems and components.
  • Assist with analyzing design changes and their impacts on interfacing systems. Applying effective change control principles throughout the change process.
  • May provide technical direction and guidance to engineers in applicable nuclear and non-nuclear related design standards.
  • May lead design of I&C and supporting electrical systems from system functional requirements through final design.

Job Qualifications:
  • B.S. or higher in Controls, Electrical, or related discipline from an accredited university and 10+ years direct experience with proven instrumentation and controls systems skills. Higher education will count toward years of experience.
  • Candidates must have experience in instrumentation and controls development, diagnostics, and a demonstrated ability to design and deliver industrial I&C platforms and report data accordingly.
  • Previous experience with nuclear reactor safety systems or nuclear instrumentation systems design desired but not required.
  • Familiar with IEEE and IEC standards, desired but not required.
  • Familiarity with implementing design control and development in accordance with nuclear power plant quality assurance (e.g. 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1).
  • Experience designing and operating high-temperature (400°C and higher) processes desired but not required.
  • Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives.
  • Familiarity with working with and/or developing industrial process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping & instrument diagrams (P&ID) desired.
  • Experience with CAD software to deliver design deliverables (e.g. AutoCAD Standard, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks), desired but not required.
  • Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence.
  • Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team's effort with minimal direction.
  • Ability to work on multiple simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
  • Experience with formal I&C system startup testing procedure desired but not required.
  • The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork. Will actively support the Company guiding principles.
  • Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications. #TerraPro

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Rate Range: $69 - $115/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
  • Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
  • Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
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