Job Title: Refueling & Remote Handling I&C Engineer
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Refueling & Remote Handling I&C Engineer with our client that is fully remote.
Job Description:- The Refueling & Remote Handling (RRH) team is responsible for fuel and reactor module handling, including remote disassembly, inspection, assembly, and refueling operations.
- This temporary contractor position will provide Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) engineering support to the RRH organization, focusing on the integration, functionality, and reliability of control systems used in reactor servicing equipment, automated tooling, inspection systems, robotics, and remote handling equipment.
- The contractor will work closely with RRH mechanical engineers, systems engineers, operations personnel, and I&C subject matter experts to develop and implement control system solutions that support safe, efficient, and reliable reactor servicing activities.
Job Responsibilities:- Support the RRH team in the development of remotely operated, automated, robotic, and tele-operated reactor servicing equipment.
- Develop, review, and support implementation of control system architectures, functional requirements, logic diagrams, and interface specifications for RRH equipment and tooling.
- Collaborate with mechanical design engineers to integrate instrumentation, sensors, actuators, motion control systems, and automation functions into reactor servicing tools.
- Support development of equipment operating sequences, handling plans, and automation strategies for refueling and maintenance activities.
- Prepare and review engineering documents, including system descriptions, requirements specifications, calculations, studies, test plans, and engineering reports.
- Evaluate interfaces between RRH equipment, plant systems, structures, and control systems to ensure functional and performance requirements are achieved.
- Support equipment procurement, fabrication, factory testing, integration testing, and commissioning activities.
- Coordinate with Systems Engineering, Operations, NSSS Component Design, Civil/Structural Engineering, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and support integrated system development.
- Apply applicable nuclear quality assurance, regulatory, and engineering standards to assigned work.
- Assist with troubleshooting, design improvements, and resolution of complex technical issues related to RRH equipment controls and automation systems.
- Contribute to development and maintenance of engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices for RRH control systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:- Education/Certification: A B.S. degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering from a four-year accredited (ABET preferred) college or university is required. A PE license in Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering is desirable.
- Experience:
- Five or more years of engineering experience supporting nuclear, industrial automation, robotics, remote handling, process control, or related engineering programs.
- Experience developing or integrating control systems for complex mechanical equipment.
- Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and design documentation.
- Familiarity with instrumentation, sensors, actuators, PLC- or digital-based control systems, and automated equipment.
- Experience working in a regulated engineering environment is preferred.
- Nuclear industry experience is desirable but not required.
- Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
Job Details:- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Rate: $65-75 an hour
- Location: Fully Remote
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.