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Hadron Energy, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Digital Reactor Systems Engineer

San Francisco Bay Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $250K/yr

5+ years exp

Hadron Energy, Inc. specializes in Micro Modular Reactor development and is seeking a Digital Reactor Systems Engineer. The role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of digital instrumentation and control systems for microreactors, ensuring safe and efficient reactor operations.

EnergyManufacturingMechanical DesignMechanical EngineeringNuclear

Hiring Manager

Sam Gibson

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of digital instrumentation and control (I&C) and reactor protection systems (RPS) for Hadron’s micro modular reactor

Ensure the safe, autonomous, and efficient operation of the reactor, from sensor integration and control logic development to system simulation and verification

Qualification

Digital instrumentationControlsControl systems designReactor protection systemsNuclear safety standardsSoftwareHardware V&VCybersecurity for industrial control systemsAnalytical skillsPassion for clean energyCommunication skillsTeamwork skills

Required

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

5+ years of experience in digital instrumentation and controls (I&C) design and implementation, preferably for nuclear or other safety-critical systems

Proficiency in control systems design, modeling, and simulation using tools like MATLAB/Simulink

Experience with digital I&C platforms such as Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Strong understanding of reactor dynamics, control theory, and reactor protection system architecture

Knowledge of nuclear safety standards and regulatory frameworks for digital I&C (e.g., IEEE Std 7-4.3.2, NRC regulatory guides)

Experience with software and hardware verification and validation (V&V) processes

Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills

Passion for clean energy and a startup-minded approach to problem-solving