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Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Bechtel Corporation
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/18/2025
Requisition ID: 289719

  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
  • Work Location: Reston, VA

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview

Bechtel is the licensing, engineering, procurement, and construction partner on TerraPower's Natrium team. Selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for its Advanced Reactor demonstration Program, Natrium is participating in a DOE initiative to re­establish U.S. leadership in nuclear energy that provides matching funds to industry to design and build an operational advanced reactor. TerraPower, a leading advanced generation technology company founded by former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates, will be deploying its 345 MWE sodium fast reactor (SFR), called Natrium. The Natrium Demonstration plant features an advanced, cost-competitive reactor design that is safer, easier and less costly to construct, less expensive to operate, and able to provide energy that is competitive with fossil fuels. It also features an innovative molten salt storage output, combined, the plant can produce more than 500 MWE. The Natrium Demonstration plant will be licensed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

Job Summary

In this role, you will participate in the design, development, and evaluation of control systems components and processes. You will collaborate and support other engineering disciplines for control systems matters. Your professional work knowledge and abilities through the application of standard control systems engineering techniques will enable you to make impactful contributions to the team. This position is performed under the leadership of a Control Systems Engineering supervisor, lead or designee.

Major Responsibilities

  • Evaluates, selects, and applies standard Control Systems engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria
  • Participates in the design, development, modification and evaluation of components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides
  • Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines
  • Designs and reviews Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for various plant systems
  • Specifies instrumentation and control valves for various plant systems
  • Generates instrument and control valve data sheets and material requisitions
  • Performs technical bid evaluations
  • Reviews supplier-provided data and documentation
  • Prepares and reviews control narratives
  • Prepares, reviews and modifies control logic diagrams
  • Generates and applies Instrument Installation Details (IIDs)
  • Prepares, reviews and modifies control cabinet/panel layouts
  • Prepares instrument location drawings (from 3D model)
  • Works within various Control Systems databases (e.g., Instrument Index, I/O list, etc.)

Education And Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related engineering field from an accredited university and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree

Required Knowledge And Skills

  • Candidate must be a US citizen
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 application suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Knowledgeable of Codes and Standards pertinent to Control Systems Engineering and nuclear industry
  • Preferred experience: Commercial power plant (nuclear or fossil) or DOE nuclear facility
  • Preferred: EIT/FE Certification

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com

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