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Piper Maddox lists this Instrumentation and Control Engineer opportunity in oak brook, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Instrumentation & Control Engineer
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Piper Maddox is partnering with an advanced nuclear technology company seeking an Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join its reactor engineering team in Oak Brook, IL .
This role is focused on taking approved system architecture and functional requirements and turning them into detailed, working I&C solutions. You’ll work closely with a senior I&C Architect and take ownership across hardware/software selection, control logic, programming, integration, testing, verification, validation, and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
Translate system-level requirements into detailed I&C subsystem and component designs
Develop and maintain I&C documentation and requirements traceability
Implement control logic and platform configurations
Select and integrate hardware, instrumentation, controllers, and software
Work across PLC, FPGA, DCS, SCADA, and embedded control systems
Support FMEA, reliability, safety, verification, validation, and testing
Coordinate hardware/software interfaces across electrical, mechanical, and safety systems
Support commissioning, troubleshooting, licensing, and issue resolution
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field
5+ years of hands-on digital I&C experience preferred, with flexibility for particularly strong backgrounds
Experience with PLC, FPGA, DCS, SCADA, or embedded control platforms
Strong controls programming, hardware integration, and troubleshooting experience
Exposure to FMEA, V&V, testing, and safety-critical systems
Nuclear or aerospace experience preferred
Relevant backgrounds in O&G, heavy industry, or advanced manufacturing also considered
PE license preferred, but not required
Why Consider It
Work on next-generation microreactor technology
Build systems from the ground up rather than maintain legacy infrastructure
Strong exposure to safety-critical controls, testing, commissioning, and system integration
Work directly with a senior I&C Architect who provides technical direction and mentorship
Join at a pivotal stage as the company advances toward commercialization
Strong institutional backing and significant runway for growth
Oak Brook, IL with hybrid flexibility, 4 days onsite
10–15% travel
Relocation support available
5% 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Unlimited PTO after 60 days
The role reports into the Director of Reactor Engineering (Who we have personally placed! xxzpjkt ) and is designed for someone who enjoys both detailed engineering work and practical implementation.
Worksite address
oak brook, IL, 60523, US
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