Job Description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon! Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrivce.
At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud
At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Be intentional about investing in your development. We support career growth and skill advancement through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.
• Commit to creating woark environments grounded in mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. This is supported through meaningful initiatives and training, partnerships with Veteran groups, Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that help us build top talent and harness our collective strengths across our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all projects and the communities we serve.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement— values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations.

We are seeking a Instrumentation and Controls Engineer with nuclear engineering experience to support work at the Vistra Comanche Peak nuclear station.

What You'll Do Here:

• Prepare Engineering Change Packages including but not limited to wiring diagrams and schematics, P&IDs, logic diagrams, instrument hookups, etc. for plant modification packages including digital upgrades.
• Prepare specifications for control of plant process/auxiliary systems.
• Prepare and review logic diagrams and system functional descriptions for implementation of system control logic into plant control systems.
• Evaluate and specify pressure, temperature, flow, and level process instrumentation.
• Perform engineering calculations for a nuclear plant such as instrument set-points, electrical loading changes, etc.
• Perform Digital Upgrade evaluations.
• Interface with equipment vendors, including providing oversight and review of project submittals such as drawings, O&M manuals and software quality documentation.
• Candidates will support multiple projects and support coordination of activities with clients, contractors, vendors and other members of the project teams.

What You Bring To The Team:

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering from an accredited 4-year university
• 8 years’ overall experience in design, operations or field service/support for power plants or heavy industrial facilities
• 5 years of experience relating to design of operating nuclear power plants in the U.S.
• NANTeL Certified in the Nuclear Standard Design Process (IP-ENG-01)
• Current or recent qualifications to independently prepare nuclear modification packages at a commercial nuclear plant (i.e., qualified to a utility/owner Quality Assurance program) [preferred]
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in US (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of engineering design and analysis. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with nuclear regulations and industry standards
• Experience to include leading a team of engineers and technicians and training/mentoring junior staff
• Good written and oral communication skills. Must be able to interface with other members of the project team including other disciplines, clients, contractors and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Expertise using Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to obtain unescorted access to nuclear plants and other facilities requiring background checks and pre-employment/random.
• Field experience at an operating nuclear plant

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.