Remote Chemical Process Engineer Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Mid to Senior I&C Engineer (3923) for a new Nuclear Fuel Facility.

Navarro is an award-winning provider of turnkey solutions, delivering comprehensive nuclear, environmental and technical services to federal agencies, commercial enterprises and private clients across the United States. Our expertise supports organizations such as the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of Defense and NASA, while also extending to commercial industries and private sector partners facing complex engineering, technical and environmental challenges. Navarro specializes in nuclear operations, environmental remediation, D&D, waste management, advanced energy, facilities management, and technical and professional services. For more information, please visit Navarro-inc.com.

Position Summary

The Mid-to-Senior I&C Engineer will provide hands-on instrumentation and controls engineering support for a new nuclear fuel facility. This role will develop and update instrument datasheets, I/O lists, loop diagrams, control system documentation, integration details, test procedures, and commissioning support packages.

The position requires an I&C engineer who can work closely with senior engineers, process engineering, electrical power, vendors, construction, testing, commissioning, and operations to ensure controls systems are technically sound, maintainable, and aligned with facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain instrument datasheets, I/O lists, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, control narratives, logic diagrams, cause-and-effect documents, and panel documentation.

• Support PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA, SIS, alarm, interlock, data acquisition, and controls integration activities.

• Review vendor submittals, instrument packages, control panel documentation, factory acceptance test procedures, software configuration documents, and commissioning deliverables.

• Support loop checks, calibrations, functional testing, integrated system testing, troubleshooting, startup, commissioning, and turnover activities.

• Coordinate I&C interfaces with process engineering, piping, mechanical, HVAC, electrical, cybersecurity, safety basis, quality, construction, maintenance, and operations teams.

• Support field walkdowns, installation issue resolution, design change packages, and technical evaluations.

• Maintain configuration control of I&C deliverables and ensure design outputs align with specifications, standards, and project requirements.

• Communicate technical issues clearly and support schedule-driven completion of controls deliverables.

Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, chemical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• 5+ years of I&C engineering, controls integration, automation, testing, commissioning, nuclear, DOE, chemical, high-hazard, or regulated industrial experience.

• Hands-on experience with instrument datasheets, I/O lists, loop diagrams, controls integration, testing, commissioning, and vendor coordination.

• Knowledge of field instrumentation, wiring, PLC/DCS interfaces, alarms, interlocks, calibration, loop checks, and functional testing.

• Ability to interpret P&IDs, control narratives, logic diagrams, specifications, vendor data, and field conditions.

• Strong troubleshooting, technical writing, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required site access, training, and security clearances.

• Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with nuclear fuel facilities, hot cells, gloveboxes, GTS, chemical process controls, hazardous locations, or safety-related controls.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Emerson, Honeywell, Yokogawa, Schneider, GE, Wonderware, Ignition, or similar control platforms.

• Engineer-in-Training certification, Professional Engineer license, ISA training, or commissioning experience.

• Active DOE L or Q clearance.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, chemical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

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Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability