Principal Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About The Role

As a Principal Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Engineer you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, optimization, and reliability of instrumentation, control systems, and electrical systems supporting manufacturing processes at the Columbia Fuels Facility. You will provide strategic direction, advanced engineering expertise, and leadership in improving plant performance, safety, and operational efficiency within a regulated fuel production environment. You will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager and be located at our Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility in Hopkins, SC. This role requires onsite presence 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Be a subject matter expert (SME) for instrumentation, control systems, electrical systems, and automation architecture
• Lead development of advanced control and electrical system strategies
• Oversee Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), SCADA, electrical distribution systems, and safety instrumented systems
• Improve programs for process efficiency, power reliability, and asset performance
• Analyze process and electrical system data to implement corrective actions
• Support troubleshooting of complex process, control system, and electrical issues
• Lead capital projects including electrical infrastructure, instrumentation, and control system integration
• Ensure compliance with safety, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities including HAZOP, electrical hazard analysis, and Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Mentor junior engineers across instrumentation, controls, and electrical disciplines

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of industrial or manufacturing experience
• Expertise in instrumentation, controls, and power systems
• Experience with DCS/PLC platforms
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and process control principles

Pay

The base salary range for this position, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Wellness programs, including an Employee Assistance Program providing support for employees and their household members
• 401(k) with company match contributions
• Paid vacations and company holidays
• Opportunities for flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational reimbursement and comprehensive career programs
• Global recognition and service programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee referral program