X-energy Careers

Description

• I&C design for process systems (controls, instrumentation, data collection, electro-mechanical, automation & robotics, connectivity). 
• Work with system and mechanical engineers, designers, and analysts on development of detailed design.
• Support mechanical engineers in developing process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Interface with Architectural and Engineering firms, as needed, to support development/implementation of I&C system(s).
• Functional Requirement and procurement specifications for instrumentation and control systems.
• Process instrumentation design, specification, and procurement oversight.
• Control Systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, etc. to improve the functionality of the client’s plant.
• Develop control logic narratives, control logic diagrams, and control logic schematic diagrams.
• Develop panel wiring and interconnect cabling diagrams.
• Create or oversee the development of human machine interface (HMI) screens.
• Develop specifications for Programmable Logic Control (PLC) or Distributed Control systems (DCS) and components and instrumentation. Develop control logic code and implementation on PLCs/DCS.
• Author I&C system hardware descriptions including requirements, functional specifications, and I&C system architecture descriptions.
• Develop troubleshooting plans and failure mode analysis documents to support design reviews.
• Author factory acceptance test procedures.
• Write guidance for instrument checking, calibration, and testing.
• Develop instrument check, calibration, and testing program.
• Participate in system Process Hazards Analysis.
• Directly interface with other workgroups (e.g., System Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection, Cyber Security).
• Assist relevant teams in resolving I&C design issues.
• Provide guidance, as a mentor, in the development of less experienced instrumentation and controls design engineers.
• Lead reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding I&C design.
• Prepare and review design change packages and design calculations (e.g., load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, etc.) in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist Project management leadership in developing detailed schedules and resolving planning issues for I&C design activities.
• Lead System Engineering and project engineering processes including configuration management, requirements management and interface management for an I&C system.
• Support Supply Chain activities related to procurement of products and services for an I&C system.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university program; MSc is preferred.
• Typically, 5 plus years’ expertise in I&C system development.
• Experience working with nuclear instrumentation and control systems preferred.
• Experience with Systems Engineering preferred.