Last Energy9mo ago

Nuclear Controls Engineer

United States·AustinFull-timemid

OtherControls Engineer

5 views0 saves0 applied

Apply Now

Quick Summary

Overview

Last Energy seeks a Nuclear Controls Engineer to lead the development of control requirements for our pilot reactor systems. This role will guide instrumentation and operator interface design, ensuring safe, reliable, and responsive control performance.

Technical Tools

system-design

The ideal candidate combines a deep understanding of reactor dynamics with practical controls engineering expertise. They'll also be capable of defining requirements, evaluating alternatives, and coordinating across technical disciplines.

Lead determination of reactor startup conditions, source location, and excore instrumentation requirements

Provide direct guidance to controls engineers on operator control needs and translate these into programming requirements

Evaluate reactor time constants and response speeds to ensure control systems meet safety and performance needs

Suggest and validate alternative control options where appropriate

Collaborate with reactor physics, safety, and operations teams to align controls with overall reactor performance and safety objectives

Support documentation and regulatory submissions related to control system design

3+ years of experience in nuclear controls, reactor physics, or related engineering fields

Bachelor’s degree or higher in nuclear engineering, controls engineering, or related discipline

Strong understanding of reactor startup, source location, and excore instrumentation

Experience defining operator control requirements and translating them into engineering or programming specifications

Knowledge of reactor time constants, control system responsiveness, and alternative control strategies

Excellent technical communication and documentation skills