Principal I&C Hardware Engineer

About the role

Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges by shaping the future of clean energy. In this role, you will design, implement, and verify hardware solutions for the modernization of safety-related systems in commercial nuclear power plants. You will contribute across the entire system lifecycle—from requirements definition and detailed design through implementation, testing, configuration management, and preparation of licensing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex engineering assignments in design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, and preparation of specifications.
• Executes field tasks and resolves field problems.
• Conducts independent reviews of department work products, risk assessments, Apparent Cause Analyses, Root Cause Analyses, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
• Proposes solutions and work scope to supervisor; works autonomously on most assignments.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations, industry standards, and customer engineering requirements.
• Evaluates, selects, and applies technical techniques, procedures, and criteria for tasks not previously performed.
• Develops new or adapted products, methods, systems, or models to provide value-added solutions.
• Translates system and regulatory requirements into detailed hardware design requirements, specifications, and implementation plans.
• Develops and reviews hardware designs, system architectures, cabinet layouts, Bills of Materials, system cabling interfaces, and cabinet power design.
• Defines and supports equipment setups/monitoring for seismic, environmental, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) tests.
• Supports power distribution analysis, heat load calculations, response time evaluations, and uncertainty analyses for safety-related systems.
• Provides support for SAP Material Master data and Bill of Materials (BOM) management activities.
• Assists in developing and executing test methods, procedures, and validation plans.
• Develops and executes Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) plans and associated reports.
• Collaborates with system architects, software engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and licensing teams to ensure solutions are technically integrated, compliant, and licensable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology, or Engineering Science may also be accepted).
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques, and criteria.
• Familiarity with nuclear digital I&C standards and regulatory expectations for digital safety systems.
• Experience with requirements engineering, traceability, and configuration management processes.
• Hands-on experience with digital safety platforms such as safety PLCs or FPGA-based platforms.
• Experience supporting licensing submittals, audits, or regulatory inspections.
• Background in Equipment Qualification and applicable regulatory standards.
• Proficiency with electrical and system CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, E-Plan, AutoCAD Electrical).
• Prior experience working in a commercial nuclear power plant environment.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Strong interpersonal skills; works collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and resolution skills.
• Leadership characteristics and a questioning attitude.
• Advanced proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required by the role.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in technical documentation and communication.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Lifestyle spending account, employer-paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities.
• Adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Pay

Salary: $115,000 - $156,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline; individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, Framatome Inc. employs more than 2,400 people across North America, supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation. The company delivers outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations. At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy while solving complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate. The culture values safety, innovation, and well-being, offering opportunities for technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global career growth.