Valar Atomics
Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – Nuclear
$173K–$211K
Torrance, California, United States · Staff · Full-time · Posted Oct 26, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years in nuclear I&C, radiation detection, reactor protection, or related areas.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
About the job
Leads the design, integration, testing, and compliance of nuclear instrumentation and controls, focusing on neutron detection, signal processing, and radiation monitoring systems.
What you'll do
- Lead design and integration of neutron detectors, signal conditioning electronics, and radiation monitoring systems.
- Develop and review I&C architectures, engineering deliverables, analyses, and interfaces to safety and control platforms.
- Lead testing, qualification, commissioning, regulatory documentation, and technical coordination with teams and vendors.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
- Hands-on experience with neutron detectors, signal processing electronics, and radiation monitoring instrumentation.
- Strong understanding of IEEE 603 and ANSI/ANS-specific radiation monitoring standards; experience with safety classification, SIL analysis, FMEA, and hazard analysis.
- Ability to lead technical projects and cross-functional engineering efforts.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering or related field.
- Experience with advanced reactor types, digital I&C platforms, radiation modeling, qualification, regulatory engagement, or licensing documentation.
Pay
$173,000 — $211,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
IEEE 603, IEC 61508, PLCs, Allen-Bradley, IEEE 323, IEEE 344
Model-written summary · the original posting is authoritative