Distributed Control Systems Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Distributed Controls Systems Engineer to support the Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) in advancing groundbreaking nuclear energy solutions that power the nation's future. In this role, you will focus on designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting distributed control systems (DCS) critical to the ATR's operations. You will evaluate, design, and maintain control system architecture to ensure robust system performance and operational readiness. Additionally, you will develop and document procedures for the installation, modification, and operation of control systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. Your expertise will help identify and resolve system issues, provide technical oversight for system upgrades, and support the integration of new technologies. Collaborating with facility operations and maintenance teams, you will ensure that DCS infrastructure meets evolving research and operational needs, while maintaining the system's configuration management and technical baseline. Your contributions will be instrumental in enabling ATR to continue driving innovations that secure America's energy independence.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, design, maintain, modify, install, and test facility systems and process support systems. Ensure continued operational readiness of assigned systems, structures and components and support.
• Apply knowledge and experience in application of Industrial Control Systems programming, instrumentation, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Initiate corrective actions or order plant shutdowns in emergency situations.
• Monitor nuclear facility operations to identify any design, construction, or operation practices that violate safety regulations and laws or could jeopardize safe operations.
• Develop and write sophisticated procedures for the modification and/or operation of facility, equipment, and processes.
• Examine accidents to obtain data for use in design of preventive measures.
• Direct operating or maintenance activities of nuclear facility to ensure efficiency and conformity to safety standards.
• Develop, ensure adequacy of, and maintain configuration management and the technical baseline of multiple systems and component groups.
• Support facility operations, maintenance personnel, & project personnel to ensure assigned process systems & equipment are operated, maintained, & modified to meet operational & research needs within the system applicable baseline, & applicable standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in the same fields of study. All degrees must be from a program accredited by ABET.
• Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in the same fields of study and 2 years of relevant experience. All degrees must be from a program accredited by ABET.
• Relevant experience commensurate with level. Relevant experience to include knowledge and experience in application of Industrial Control Systems programming, instrumentation, networking, and troubleshooting.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
  
  

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a directly related engineering field from a program accredited by ABET.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Advanced Test Reactor facility with every Friday off.

• The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($79,344 - $162,732 ) / Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

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