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JOB DESCRIPTION

X Energy, LLC is seeking an I&C Engineer to support the design and development of instrumentation and controls (I&C) through all phases of the design lifecycle, including testing, analysis, and implementation of hardware according to the design requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, controls engineering, instrumentation, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, or electrical computer engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university or college.
• Typically, fifteen years of experience in an engineering role required.
• A master’s degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.
• A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.
• Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.
• Experience in application or development of software codes or standards.
• Knowledge or experience in software engineering, software development, or utilization of a software development toolset.
• Experience in highly automated manufacturing environment (Preferred).
  Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD.
  Work Site Expectations: 4-5 days in office
  Travel Expectations: up to 10% as needed
  Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

• Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, without close supervision and extensive latitude for independent judgment.
• Teach and mentor more junior team members.
• Stay abreast of industry and academic trends, breakthroughs, and best practices.
• Implement process management to deliver high quality I&C design support to the organization.
• 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, and more 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.
• Develops 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 interfaces with other workgroups (e.g., System Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection, Cyber Security).
• Assists 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.
• Preparation and review of 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.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.Perform other duties as assigned by manager.