I&C System Design Engineer – Part-Time (20 hrs/week) Contract Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite) Schedule: Part-Time, ~20 hours/week Duration: 12-month contract (potential extension) System One is seeking an experienced I&C System Design Engineer to support the development of advanced nuclear reactor technologies. This part-time, 20-hour per week contract role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer looking for flexible work while contributing to the advancement of next-generation clean energy systems. The I&C System Design Engineer will play a key role in instrumentation and control (I&C) system design, prototype development, testing, and plant-level integration. The role involves close collaboration with a cross-functional team of engineers and scientists, suppliers, and technical partners to ensure successful design execution and alignment with safety and regulatory standards. Responsibilities + Design I&C systems and sub-system functional requirements from concept through final design. + Develop and review system- and component-level specifications, scopes of work, and deliverables. + Support system integration across safety-related and non-safety-related I&C systems. + Perform engineering evaluations in alignment with nuclear codes, standards, and NRC regulations. + Specify instrumentation techniques suitable for sodium fast reactor and integrated energy storage systems. + Prepare and review technical design documents, including requirements, design descriptions, interface documents, and specifications. + Develop drawing packages (P&IDs, control system architecture, logic/loop diagrams, installation drawings). + Provide oversight and technical review of supplier deliverables. + Collaborate across disciplines, including licensing, procurement, safety analysis, and PRA. + Support continuous improvement by applying industry best practices and lessons learned. Qualifications + B.S. or higher in Controls, Electrical, or related engineering discipline. + 18+ years of direct experience in instrumentation and controls engineering (advanced degrees may offset years of experience). + Demonstrated ability to design and implement I&C systems and deliver industrial platforms. + Experience with nuclear reactor safety systems or nuclear instrumentation systems design required. + Familiarity with nuclear QA standards (10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1) preferred. + Knowledge of IEEE standards (e.g., IEEE 379, IEEE 603, IEEE 497, IEEE 7-4.3.2) desired. + Experience in high-temperature process design (400°C+) preferred. + Ability to manage competing objectives and resolve design constraints effectively. + Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills. + Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks) preferred. + Self-starter with ability to work independently in a collaborative team environment. + Experience with reactor protection systems, radiation monitoring, neutron detectors, seismic trip systems, or post-accident monitoring is a plus. Job Functions + Work involves prolonged sitting/standing, fine motor control, and frequent computer use. + Must be able to safely lift up to 25 lbs. + Standard office-based environment, >8 hrs/day. + Limited travel (0–5%) may be required. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- #DI- Ref: #161-Managed Staffing Charlotte System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.