Experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design Engineer

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include :

These engineers will report to the Process Controls & Automation Engineering (PC&AE) Organization and will design and install distributed control systems for various facilities at SRS. These engineers will be responsible for leadership roles for the planning, design, procurement, commissioning, and maintenance of the DCS for HVAC / Ventilation, manufacturing and plant utilities for various chemical and nuclear processes. Process Control Engineers are expected to be completely cognizant about the nuclear / chemical facility that they are assigned. Working knowledge of plant system designs, electronic sensors, and the relationship between the plant equipment and a process control system are key to success of this assignment.

Duties will include software development, software modification, offline and online testing, documentation, system improvements for existing and planned PLC systems.

The types of work / skills needed may include :

• Develop, test and implement new DCS systems to maintain and support Facility Operations.
• Provide creative solutions to upgrade existing control systems.
• Experience with DCS, PLC or SCADA programming, Emerson DeltaV preferred.
• Experience working in a structured environment with standardized coding.
• Skills in troubleshooting PLC hardware and software issues on production system.
• Experience working with safety systems.
• Working knowledge of IEEE / ISA standards.
• Good team player.

The position will typically work with Design Engineering, Purchasing, Vendors, Architectural & Engineering Companies, Construction, Operations, Maintenance and Cognizant System Engineers.

Required Qualifications

P3 : Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field

P4 : Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering plus at least ten years of experience (YOE), OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least eight years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE)

P5 :

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Note :

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and / or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include :

SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to :

Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.

Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.

Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.

Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.

Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Discipline Description

Electrical / Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) engineers provide engineering support for electrical and / or instrumentation systems in an operating nuclear materials processing plant or as part of the broader site infrastructure. Electrical / I&C engineers identify system concepts and determine system functional and technical requirements, develop, and analyze equipment performance, monitor system performance, troubleshoot, and resolve problems and ensure operation within technical, regulatory and safety basis requirements. They propose and develop process / system improvements including equipment upgrades, and plant modifications.

Career Band Description

Career Level Description

P3 : Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field / discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

P4 : Requires specialized expertise in field / discipline acquired through significant years of experience, leading others to solve complex problems, working independently with guidance in only the most complex situations; may lead functional teams or projects.

P5 : Recognized as an expert within the company and requires in-depth expertise in own field / discipline and broad knowledge of other job disciplines, while solving unique problems that have a broad impact on the business.

Job Family Description

Engineering roles perform engineering work in operations, production, construction, or maintenance environments. They may design and scale up manufacturing processes, instruments and equipment and tests manufactured products to maintain quality. They may plan, design, and estimate time and cost and oversees construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems, and components. They analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures. They develop and apply engineering standards and procedures and provide advice on issues within the engineering field.

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.