Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer at Valar Atomics

<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>About Valar Atomics</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">We're seeking a highly skilled Electrical &amp; Instrumentation (E&amp;I) Engineer to support the design, installation, and maintenance of power and control systems across our plant. You'll ensure the reliable operation of electrical distribution equipment, instrumentation loops, and control systems while maintaining compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety practices. Your work will directly enable safe, repeatable plant operations as we bring our pilot plant online and scale toward factory-made nuclear deployment.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Develop and review single-line diagrams, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, cable schedules, and I/O lists.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Specify, size, and select cables, conduit, control panels, junction boxes, instruments, and protective devices, ensuring proper grounding, shielding, and segregation of power and control wiring.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Prepare and review technical specifications, datasheets, and equipment requisitions.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems, coordinating with contractors and construction teams to ensure correct implementation of drawings and standards.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Troubleshoot and resolve field issues related to power, instrumentation, and control systems, and interface with automation engineers to ensure seamless integration with PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide ongoing support for the operation of motors, drives, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, transmitters, analyzers, and control valves.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Develop and execute maintenance procedures, calibration plans, and reliability improvements, and maintain accurate documentation including as-built drawings, test reports, and loop checks.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure compliance with NEC/IEC, ISA, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA, and company-specific standards.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Contribute to hazard and operability (HAZOP), SIL/LOPA, and risk assessments, and champion safe work practices for electrical and instrumentation activities.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Produce typical deliverables including single-line diagrams and load lists, cable and conduit routing layouts, instrument loop diagrams and termination drawings, panel wiring diagrams and I/O schedules, equipment datasheets, and commissioning procedures and test reports.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>You Will Be Successful in This Role If</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You have a strong understanding of electrical and control system design and can move fluently between design intent and field execution.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You read and develop P&amp;IDs, wiring diagrams, and control narratives with confidence.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously without losing track of detail.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You communicate clearly with contractors, automation engineers, and operations teams to keep installations on plan.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You exercise strong judgment in the field and raise issues early when something doesn't match the design or the standard.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You take ownership of documentation quality, recognizing that accurate records are the foundation of safe operations.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Basic Qualifications</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">3–8 years of relevant experience in process plants (oil &amp; gas, petrochemical, power generation, chemical, or related industries).</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong knowledge of low-voltage power distribution, instrumentation systems, PLC/DCS control, and industrial communication protocols.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proficiency in engineering software tools such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP, or similar.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NEC/IEC, ISA, IEEE, NFPA, and OSHA.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Preferred Skills and Experience</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Familiarity with control philosophies, loop tuning, and process safety systems.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience contributing to HAZOP, SIL/LOPA, or other formal risk assessments.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Exposure to nuclear, advanced energy, or other safety-critical industries.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$100,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$150,000 USD</span></div></div></div>