Job Details

Senior Controls Engineer (86)

Regular / Full Time
Centrus Energy
  • 27 December 2024
  • Piketon , OH

Responsible for the technical support of various systems within your field of engineering required for operations at American Centrifuge Plant. Act as a liaison to the operations/maintenance groups and engineering. Use knowledge, expertise, and problem-solving skills to maximize system availability and reliability.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement process control systems, including the design of control strategies, selection of sensors and actuators, and programming of control algorithms.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to process control systems, including equipment failures, software bugs, and communication errors.
- Optimize process control systems to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.
- Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.
- Provide training and support to operators and maintenance personnel on the use of process control systems.
- Keep abreast of industry developments and emerging technologies related to process control systems.
- Track and trend assigned plant systems by review of operating logs and corrective/preventative maintenance
- Prepare a variety of written summaries, informal reports and progress reports on system status. May present the status of equipment and concerns to management.
- Coordinate efforts of multiple American Centrifuge Plant groups, to support operations on a round-the-clock basis should problems arise with assigned systems
- Support integrated systems testing and execution of test plans
- Work with field service technicians to troubleshoot, repair, and modify systems/equipment to eliminate faults and increase reliability
- Adheres to company policies, procedures, code of conduct, security and environmental and safety program requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

Minimum Education:

- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, preferably in electrical, chemical, or mechanical engineering, from an accredited university

Minimum Qualifications:

- Previous experience in engineering technical roles, hiring level will be commensurate with experience
- Proven experience with design, installation, and programming of process control automation applications to include Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and process instrumentation
- Experience in practical application of engineering standards and practices for process control equipment
- Be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” level security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

- Currently possess a DOE “Q” level security clearance
- Experience with one or more major control systems, such as Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Honeywell, ABB, Emerson

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre -employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

"This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require a preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a DOE security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required."

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Females/Minorities/Disabled/Vets