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I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA ยท On-site

$69 - $115/hr

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

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA ยท On-site

$52 - $85/hr

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

I&C Design Engineer

Bellevue, WA ยท Remote

$52 - $85/hr

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Sr. I&C Design Engineer

Tullahoma, TN ยท On-site

$90K - $132K/yr

Posting/External Job Title Sr. I&C Design Engineer Location Arnold AFB, TN 37388 US (Primary) Remote/Onsite/Hybrid 100% Onsite Job Type Full-time # of Hires Needed 1 Education Bachelor's Degree ...

Job Summary As an Electrical/I&C Design Engineer at Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, your role will be to provide engineering evaluations and documentation to support plant modifications and owning ...

Job Summary As an Electrical/I&C Design Engineer at Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, your role will be to provide engineering evaluations and documentation to support plant modifications and owning ...

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

As of Jul 27, 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 are I&C Design Engineers?

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, and why are they important?

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.
Infographic showing various I&C Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $186,238 per year, or $89.5 per hour.
I&C Design Engineer

I&C Design Engineer

Protingent

Bellevue, WA โ€ข On-site

$69 - $115/hr

Contractor

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Job description


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:
  • BS 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 (400ยฐC 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.
  • Travel Required: 0-25%. #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.
Meet Your Recruiter
Abby Hubbard
I joined Protingent in the Spring of 2021 as a sales intern, transitioning to a full-time Technical Recruiter after graduating from the University of Washington in June 2021. Initially, I focused on supporting our spaceflight clients, later expanding to industries such as sustainable energy and nuclear power. While I've broadened my recruiting scope, I'm still partial to aerospace engineering, especially anything related to propulsion technology.
My recruiting style focuses on individual candidate needs and relationship building. My philosophy is to lead with empathy and integrity. My favorite thing about recruiting is the opportunity to learn something new every day by talking to the most intelligent people/engineers, as well as the potential to impact critical industries at the staffing level.
When I'm not recruiting, I love spending time outdoors - hiking, camping, roller skating, reading in parks, and swimming in Lake Union (when the Seattle weather permits). I also enjoy thrift shops, sewing/up-cycling clothes, and shooting 35mm film.