I&C Design Engineer

I&C Design Engineer SME - Nuclear

Location: Catawba Nuclear Station, York, SC

Employment: 36-month (3-year) W2 contract with strong potential for extension or conversion

Experience Level: Subject Matter Expert (15+ Years)

Discipline: Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineering

W2 Only - We are unable to provide sponsorship currently (US Citizen & GC holder only)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer SME to support engineering design activities at a nuclear power generation facility. This individual will serve as a technical expert responsible for the design, review, and implementation of complex I&C engineering modifications and upgrades within a regulated nuclear environment.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with digital control systems, plant computer systems, industrial networks, data acquisition systems, and nuclear plant design processes. This role requires the ability to independently execute engineering assignments, provide technical leadership, and develop high-quality engineering deliverables that support plant operations and modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

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• Develop, review, and implement I&C engineering design changes and plant modifications.
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• Evaluate and support digital control system upgrades and modifications.
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• Design and review distributed control systems (DCS), data acquisition systems, operator aid computers, plant networks, and security computer systems.
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• Apply nuclear industry cybersecurity requirements and standards to engineering designs.
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• Produce and review engineering documentation including:
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• Engineering Change (EC) Packages
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• Base Documents
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• Equipment Database Records
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• Electrical Elementary Diagrams
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• Connection Diagrams
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• Wire Tabs
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• Bills of Material (BOMs)
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• Cable Cards
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• Interpret and work from plant drawings, including:
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• Control Wiring Diagrams
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• One-Line Diagrams
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• Logic Diagrams
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• Support design verification activities and engineering evaluations.
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• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure accurate and compliant design implementation.
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• Perform technical reviews and provide subject matter expertise for engineering projects.
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• Independently manage assigned projects with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality standards.
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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
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• 15+ years of Instrumentation & Controls engineering experience.
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• Strong experience with one or more of the following:
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• Digital Control Systems
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• Distributed Control System (DCS) Platforms
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• Data Acquisition Systems
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• Operator Aid Computer Systems
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• Plant Network Systems
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• Security Computer Systems
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• Understanding of nuclear industry cybersecurity design requirements.
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• Familiarity with computer networks and operating systems.
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• Knowledge of real-time control systems, data acquisition systems, associated hardware, software, and interfaces.
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• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
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• Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve complex technical problems.
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• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience applying nuclear plant Standard Design Process methodologies.
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• Qualifications and experience with:
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• CO-FLT-ENG-2000 Design Change Process
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• FLT-ENG-DIGITAL-EC Digital Engineering Change Process
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• CO-FLT-ENG-2050 Design Verification
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• CO-FLT-AD Applicability Determination Preparer
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• CO-FLT-50.59-SCR 50.59 Screener
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• Previous experience supporting a commercial nuclear power plant.
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• Prior experience working at nuclear facilities.
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• Familiarity with NRC regulatory requirements and nuclear design control processes.
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Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.