Lead I&C System Design Engineer

I&C System Design Lead 12-Month Contract

Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite)
Duration: 12 months (with potential extension)

System One is seeking a highly motivated I&C System Design Lead to support the design and development of advanced nuclear reactor technologies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that advance the state of clean energy.

As the I&C System Design Lead , you will act as a technical lead engineer for sodium fast reactor technologies. Responsibilities include instrumentation and control system design, prototype development and testing, system-level integration, and commissioning. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists, as well as suppliers and external partners, to deliver high-quality, safety-critical systems.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role , focused on engineering excellence, design integration, and execution. It does not include supervisory responsibilities for direct employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of I&C systems and sub-system functional requirements through final design.

• Develop and review system- and component-level specifications, scopes of work, and technical deliverables.

• Support coordination of scope, schedule, and technical integration for safety systems.

• Interface with geographically diverse design teams, subcontractors, and partners.

• Perform engineering evaluations in the application of nuclear codes, standards, and NRC regulations.

• Specify instrumentation techniques for sodium fast reactor and integrated energy storage technologies, considering measurement range, accuracy, and response time.

• Develop and review technical design documents, including System Requirements, System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, and Engineering Specifications.

• Generate and manage integrated design packages, including P&IDs, control system architecture drawings, logic and loop diagrams, and instrument installation drawings.

• Provide technical oversight and direction to suppliers, including reviews of deliverables.

• Support licensing activities and interface with safety analysis and PRA teams.

• Promote continuous learning and apply industry best practices to ensure technical excellence and compliance.

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Controls, Electrical, or related discipline from an accredited university.

• 18+ years of direct experience in instrumentation and control systems (higher education may substitute for years of experience).

• Proven background in I&C system development, diagnostics, and implementation, with the ability to design and deliver industrial I&C platforms.

• Prior experience with nuclear reactor safety systems or nuclear instrumentation systems design required.

• Familiarity with applicable IEEE standards (e.g., IEEE 379, IEEE 603, IEEE 497, IEEE 7-4.3.2, IEEE 1012) desired.

• Knowledge of nuclear QA standards (10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1) preferred.

• Experience with high-temperature (400C+) process design and operation desirable.

• Strong ability to balance competing objectives and resolve conflicts between design constraints.

• Technical writing, communication, and presentation skills at a professional level.

• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks) desirable.

• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to lead technical teams with minimal oversight.

• Experience with reactor protection systems, neutron detectors, post-accident monitoring, seismic detection, setpoint/uncertainty analysis, or radiation monitoring is a plus.

Job Functions

• Work involves sitting/standing for extended periods, fine motor control, and frequent computer use.

• Must be able to safely lift up to 25 lbs.

• Work environment is standard office-based, >8 hours/day.

• Limited travel (05%) may be required.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joule, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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