Instrumentation & Controls; I&C Engineer
Job in
Oak Ridge, Anderson County, Tennessee, 37830, USA
Listed on 2026-07-11
Listing for:
Napakiak Environmental & Construction
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We’re seeking a I&C Engineer to lead major process controls engineering projects spanning digital control systems (PLC/DCS/HMI), complex test stands, and chemical processes. You will take problems from issue to solution, setting expectations for data-driven decision making, automation, and the responsible use of AI/agentic AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective, compliant designs. This role blends hands‑on engineering (design, fabrication, assembly, programming, testing) with technical leadership, client engagement, and rigorous software configuration management.
Responsibilities- ng Engineer and integrate PLC, DCS, HMI, network switches, and control systems; lead programming and commissioning for Allen‑Bradley platforms (Control Logix/Compact Logix, Studio 5000, Factory Tal
- k)
Implement robust controls architectures, safety interlocks, alarming, data logging, recipe management, and historian integrations for test and process syste - ms Instrumentation Specification & Systems Desi
- gn Develop Functional Requirements and Procurement Specifications for instrumentation and control components and syste
- ms Prepare design input documentation for drawings including cable block diagrams, wiring schematics, loop sheets, and detailed I/O ma
- psHelp in creating and maintaining P&IDs and System Design Descriptions (SDD
- on Interface with vendors; prepare and review equipment purchase specificatio
- ns Produce clear, concise technical reports and engineering studi
- es Configuration Management & Quali
- ty Establish and enforce software configuration management (SCM) for PLC/HMI code, scripts, and documentati
- on Review design drawings and documentation produced by othe
- rs Leadership in Automation & AI/
- MLDirect process‑improvement initiatives: automate calculations, summarize technical documents, generate design documentation, and guide when/how AI or agentic AI tools are us
- ed Oversee engineering automation via Python, MATLAB, or advanced Excel; review and validate automated outpu
- ts Champion responsible integration of AI/ML into controls systems, including predictive maintenance and anomaly detecti
- on Mentor less experienced I&C engineers and support multidisciplinary engineering tea
- ionsB.S. or M.S. in Engineering from an ABET accredited pro
- gram5+ years of experience in design engineering for process control sys
- tems Hands on expertise with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley PLCs and Factory Talk sy
- stem Experience designing, fabricating, assembling, programming, and testing test stands and chemical process sy
- stem Strong SCM proficiency including Git, versioning, and code re
- view Excellent communication skills and experience reviewing design dra
- wing Active DOE Q Clearance or eligibility to ob
- ations
Master’s degree in a related engineering - field.
Experience with PlantPAx, Factory Talk Analytics, OPC UA, historians, and industrial netw - orking
Familiarity with SIS, PHA, ISA standards, and NFPA/NEC - codes.
Experience integrating AI/ML into industrial s - ystems
Additional learning such as CS, AI, or Software Engineering certificates or
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