Lead, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work with I&C engineers, mechanical engineers, designers and analysts on development of detailed design for systems such as high-power RF, microwave, and diagnostic residual gas analyzers.
• Responsible for I&C design which include documents such as piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), cable block diagrams (CBD), specification of programmable logic controller (PLC) systems, control panel layouts with enclosure heat load calculations, wiring and interconnect diagrams, power distribution single line diagrams, control system input/output lists, and development of control strategies and state transition diagrams.
• Write procedures and participate in qualification of instrumentation for high magnetic field, EMI/EMC, gamma and neutron radiation, etc.
• Oversee the management of development and fabrication contracts with industry.
  • Evaluate vendor proposals for I&C equipment.
  • Manage configuration control activities during design and fabrication phases
  • Specify US ITER intervention points (hold points, witness points, customer inspections) during fabrication and participate/oversee these activities
  • Evaluate fabrication deviation requests and non-conformances from industrial suppliers
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

• BS in electrical, nuclear or mechanical engineering, or related technical field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in I&C engineering design with hands‑on experience, including the following:
  • P&n
  • PLC system design
  • Enclosure design
  • Cable design
  • Control software design
• Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate problems, investigate and propose solutions, perform calculations, apply industry codes and standards, and document design and fabrication activities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
• Willingness and ability to travel to domestically and to ITER site in southern France

• Minimum of seven years of relevant technical and project management experience demonstrating comprehensive understanding of design and manufacturing of high‑power RF, microwave, cooling water, magnets, and/or vacuum system components for large‑scale science or nuclear facilities
• Familiarity with DOE procurement guidelines
• Familiarity with European and French codes, standards, and regulatory requirements, especially those for pressure equipment, rotating, and electrical equipment
• Familiarity with U.S. codes and standards for design and construction
• Experience in the commercial nuclear industry and/or with fusion research and development.
• Experience working in an international environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast‑paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

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