Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

About the Role

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to lead the design, programming, and management of automated control systems for scientific instruments, such as neutron generators and tritium handling systems. The role involves integrating these instruments into production facilities, acting as a technical expert, and bridging the gap between high-level project management and hands-on engineering execution. The base salary range is $120,000 - $155,000 per year, plus a comprehensive compensation package.

Responsibilities

• Set the technical and operational pace for the group
• Direct end-to-end delivery, coordinate cross-functional planning, and communicate with stakeholders, project managers, and company leadership
• Align software architecture with business strategy
• Shape cross-platform vision and decide on core technologies for the future
• Mentor team members and strengthen team culture
• Represent the technical team outwardly and ensure engineering efforts align with business goals
• Collaborate with managers to define and handle requirements
• Design major features, optimize system performance, ensure code quality, and tackle architectural challenges

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in relevant roles preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, software engineering, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of I&C systems, hardware, software, theory of operation, testing, qualification, and plant start-ups
• Ability to think strategically and take decisive action
• Critical evaluation skills and willingness to ask questions

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear analog and digital instrumentation, control, and monitoring (considered a plus)
• Knowledge of nuclear safety-related systems (NQA-1) desired but not required
• Understanding of cable shielding, type, radiation tolerance, and separation by safety train

Working Conditions

• Moderate physical activity, including handling objects up to 50 pounds
• Fine motor coordination and strong depth perception beneficial
• Exposure to radiation fields (within regulatory limits), requiring work in radiologically controlled areas with dosimetry badges and monitoring
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards, requiring basic safety precautions and specific Personal Protective Equipment

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, eligibility may require meeting Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, including a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting, and criminal background check.