I&C Technical Lead Engineer

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

Framatome is a major global leader in the nuclear energy market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the international nuclear fleet.

Framatome is seeking a Technical Lead Engineer  to join our I&C team.

The I&C project engineering team focuses on industrial control system solutions for our nuclear customers in existing and new plant applications.  Our Engineering group executes I&C projects from complicated large modernizations to small unique plant applications.  We are leaders in the nuclear industry with a large I&C portfolio and the ability to provide plant wide solutions.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and support the execution of the technical scope of work for I&C projects
• Manage project engineering schedule and project budget
• Supervise a team of engineers and coordinate day-to-day engineering team’s project assignments
• Coordinate with Project Management, sub-suppliers, and customers
• Develop control system architecture solutions for nuclear power plant applications
• Design process control solutions using various system platforms and configurators
• Plan, organize, and implement solutions to address client's needs ensuring compliance with government, organization, and customer engineering standards
• Prepare and review of technical project deliverables to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
• Support the development of proposals

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

• Performs a variety of more complex engineering assignments.
• Performs independent review of department work products, risk assessments, Apparent Cause Analyses, Root Cause Analyses, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis etc.  
• Proposes solutions and work scope to supervisor, works autonomously on most assignments and solutions.  
• Ensures compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards. 
• Develops new or adapted products, methods, systems or models to provide added value solutions to customers.  
• Understands impact of work on other organizations internally and externally.  
• Works on special projects, as directed.  
• Provides suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
  • Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.  
• Excellent communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Grows developed network and maintains good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.  
• Displays leadership characteristics.  
• Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking.  
• Advanced level of specific software tools (CAD, FEA, CFD) and programming skills. 
• Comprehensive knowledge in I&C with experience in the design of controls systems.
• Nuclear Plant Experience.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to change priorities quickly, confront issues directly and work well as part of a team.
• Experience with any of the following ICS platforms/vendors: Foxboro DCS, Triconex, Teleperm XS, Siemens Simatic S7, National Instruments Labview.

Total Rewards Package

Total Rewards Package         

• Salary: $126,000 - $171,000, 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.
• Health & Wellness: 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).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400 employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A).

Salary : $126,000 - $171,000