Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls

About the role

Aecon delivers complex and impactful infrastructure projects—from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial, and nuclear programs. This role supports work at the Vistra Comanche Peak nuclear station, focusing on instrumentation and controls engineering within the nuclear sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Engineering Change Packages, including wiring diagrams and schematics, P&IDs, logic diagrams, and instrument hookups for plant modification packages, including digital upgrades.
• Prepare specifications for control of plant process/auxiliary systems.
• Prepare and review logic diagrams and system functional descriptions for implementation of system control logic into plant control systems.
• Evaluate and specify pressure, temperature, flow, and level process instrumentation.
• Perform engineering calculations for a nuclear plant, such as instrument set-points and electrical loading changes.
• Perform Digital Upgrade evaluations.
• Interface with equipment vendors, including providing oversight and review of project submittals such as drawings, O&M manuals, and software quality documentation.
• Support multiple projects and coordinate activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and other project team members.
• Lead a team of engineers and technicians, and mentor junior staff.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering from an accredited 4-year university.
• 8 years of overall experience in design, operations, or field service/support for power plants or heavy industrial facilities.
• 5 years of experience relating to design of operating nuclear power plants in the U.S.
• NANTeL Certified in the Nuclear Standard Design Process (IP-ENG-01).
• Current or recent qualifications to independently prepare nuclear modification packages at a commercial nuclear plant (i.e., qualified to a utility/owner Quality Assurance program).
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the U.S. (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of engineering design and analysis; ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with nuclear regulations and industry standards.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to interface with project team members, clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise using Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to obtain unescorted access to nuclear plants and other facilities requiring background checks and pre-employment/random drug testing.
• Field experience at an operating nuclear plant.

Benefits

• Services and benefits to support mental, emotional, and physical well-being for you and your family.
• Investment in your development through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and innovation.
• Initiatives and partnerships with Veteran groups to build a diverse and inclusive culture.