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Nuclear Engineering Instrumentation Control Jobs

Field engineering experience within nuclear facilities. Technical Expertise Experience with one or more of the following: * Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems * Digital control systems

Join a leading industrial engineering organisation at the heart of Houston's energy and manufacturing sector, where you'll take ownership of complex instrumentation and control projects from concept ...

Hands-on field engineering experience in nuclear environments Technical Expertise Experience in one or more of the following areas: * Instrumentation & Control (I&C) system design * Digital control ...

Lead Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$161K - $223K/yr

You will guide nuclear engineering work from requirements definition and early design trades ... control systems, instrumentation, fluid systems, structures, and surrounding hardware. * Establish ...

Principal Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$195K - $262K/yr

Own nuclear engineering projects from requirements capture and design iteration through model ... control systems, instrumentation, fluid systems, and structures. * Establish technically rigorous ...

Lead Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$161K - $223K/yr

You will guide nuclear engineering work from requirements definition and early design trades ... control systems, instrumentation, fluid systems, structures, and surrounding hardware. * Establish ...

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I&C Technician II

Stonington, CT • On-site

Zachry Group
Construction • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


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6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description


Why Join Zachry Nuclear?
  • Work on high-impact nuclear modernization projects
  • Collaborate with experienced engineers and technical leaders
  • Contribute to technologies that improve plant safety and reliability
  • Opportunities for professional growth and technical development
  • Flexible work arrangements for qualified candidates
  • Exposure to both legacy analog systems and next-generation digital controls

Periodic travel to client facilities and Zachry office locations may be required.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Instrumentation & Control Systems
  • Support the design and implementation of I&C system modifications and upgrades.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, and design documentation.
  • Develop control system architectures and evaluate system performance.
  • Define system interfaces, I/O requirements, and integration needs.
  • Specify instrumentation, control valves, and related equipment.
  • Assist with digital modernization initiatives and legacy system replacement projects.

Technical Support & Problem Solving
  • Apply engineering principles and industry standards to technical challenges.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot complex control system issues.
  • Participate in engineering evaluations and design reviews.
  • Recommend practical solutions that improve plant operations and reliability.

Project Execution
  • Support project planning, scheduling, and execution activities.
  • Coordinate with engineers, clients, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
  • Monitor project progress and help identify and mitigate risks.
  • Contribute to delivering high-quality engineering solutions on schedule.

Nuclear Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure technical work aligns with applicable nuclear industry codes and standards.
  • Support compliance with NRC regulations and licensing requirements.
  • Participate in peer reviews and quality assurance activities.
  • Promote safe, reliable, and efficient engineering solutions.

Collaboration & Mentorship
  • Review engineering documentation, calculations, and drawings.
  • Share technical knowledge and support less experienced team members.
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Build strong relationships with clients and plant personnel.

Field Support
  • Perform plant walkdowns and field investigations.
  • Support installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts.
  • Interface directly with plant operators and customer representatives.
  • Travel to nuclear facilities as project needs require.

Qualifications
Education & Experience
One of the following is required:
  • 10+ years of relevant hands-on engineering or technical experience; or
  • Completion of Naval Nuclear Power School and Prototype training, plus a total of 10+ years of relevant hands-on experience.

Experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of engineering or technical experience.
  • Experience with analog and/or digital control systems.
  • Experience supporting technical projects or engineering initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications
Nuclear Industry Experience
  • Nuclear power plant engineering or maintenance experience.
  • Understanding of plant operations, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience supporting plant licensing or compliance activities.
  • Field engineering experience within nuclear facilities.

Technical Expertise
Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems
  • Digital control systems
  • Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
  • Control system integration
  • Legacy system modernization
  • Power generation facilities
  • Nuclear codes and standards
  • NRC regulations and requirements

Skills That Set You Apart
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
  • Effective team collaborator
  • Customer-focused approach to problem solving

Software Skills
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Physical & Site Requirements
Candidates must be able to:
  • Obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities.
  • Successfully complete required security screenings and drug testing.
  • Perform equipment and system walkdowns in industrial environments.
  • Climb ladders and work in elevated areas.
  • Enter confined spaces and controlled hazardous areas as needed.
  • Work overtime when required.
  • Travel periodically to project and client sites.

Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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Zachry Group is America's pacesetter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services in the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors. It works with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Zachry Group operates 35 offices, and averages 20,000 employees working in more than 400 locations nationwide. Please visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.

Industry

Construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Antonio, TX, US

Year founded

1924