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Zachry Group

Turnkey engineering and construction services

Engineer 5 1&C - Nuclear

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science in electrical, mechanical, nuclear, chemical, computer, or process/controls engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program that includes coursework in analog and digital control systems is required.
  • At least 18 years of experience, including at least 8 years in nuclear power, preferably with digital/analog control systems, is required.
  • Experience with operating plant procedures, processes, and nuclear plant licensing is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills are required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required.
  • Effective time management skills are required for handling several projects concurrently.
  • Ability to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes is required.
  • Ability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access is required.
  • Ability to perform equipment walk-downs in an industrial plant environment, including climbing ladders, accessing security-controlled areas, and entering confined spaces and controlled hazardous areas, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform engineering and design activities involving power plant upgrades and new power plant projects.
  • Plan, organize, and prepare modifications, independently evaluating, selecting, and using standards, techniques, procedures, and criteria for technical projects.
  • Develop specifications and modification packages, define I&C design scope, and develop design criteria documents.
  • Identify and select control valves and instruments; develop control system functionality and architectures; and define I/O device interfaces.
  • Manage budget, scope, schedule, and quality for designated work assignments with minimal guidance and technical oversight.
  • Devise new approaches to technical problems using broad knowledge of industry precedents.
  • Interface and coordinate with multiple design disciplines and customer representatives.
  • Work on project teams with other engineers to evaluate conditions and proposed modifications that improve plant performance, safety, and reliability.
  • Review and check designs, drawings, and data prepared by other engineers.
  • Manage project teams and provide mentoring oversight to entry-level and junior engineers.
  • Travel to client sites, with occasional periods of field and office work; overtime is required at times.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Master of Science in one of the required engineering fields from an ABET-accredited engineering program is desirable.
  • Experience in the nuclear power industry and actual field experience on nuclear plant projects is preferred.
  • Professional Engineer registration is desirable.

About the Company

Zachry Group

Turnkey engineering and construction services

Zachry Group provides turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services for the energy, chemicals, power, manufacturing and industrial sectors in North America. It covers the full project lifecycle by helping customers plan, build and renew critical facilities, often as a single‑point provider responsible for the entire scope. The company executes projects through engineering, procurement, fabrication and on-site construction with a strong emphasis on safety and reliable delivery. What sets Zachry Group apart is its long history (since 1924), a purpose‑driven culture and a consistent focus on safety, quality and meeting customers’ immediate and long-term goals across diverse sectors. Its goal is to help clients achieve their objectives by delivering the best possible outcomes while maintaining high safety standards.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
San Antonio, TX
Founded
1924

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