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Director Instrumentation, Control, and Electrical – Power Conversion
Valar AtomicsDirector
Perks & benefits
Education AllowanceMedical InsurancePaid Leave
Requirements
15+ years engineering experience, Turbomachinery control systems expertise, Test facility leadership experience, Electrical systems design foundation
Skills
InstrumentationControl systemsElectrical design
About the role
Responsibilities
- Own the IC&E design basis for the primary to secondary coolant loop Brayton cycle power conversion unit
- Define instrumentation strategy for high-speed rotating machinery including shaft dynamics and vibration monitoring
- Develop control system architecture for turbomachinery startup, shutdown, and load following
- Lead IC&E design for development generator sets, excitation systems, and voltage regulation
- Establish electrical power distribution design including MV/LV switchgear and VFDs
- Lead IC&E scope for the design and construction of turbomachinery development and test facilities
- Build, lead, and mentor the power conversion IC&E engineering team
- Manage IC&E scope, schedule, and budget within the broader power conversion program
Requirements
- 15+ years of engineering experience in instrumentation, control systems, or electrical design
- Hands-on experience with turbomachinery control systems (speed governing, surge protection, etc.)
- Experience leading IC&E scope on test facilities or capital construction projects
- Strong foundation in electrical systems design including switchgear and motor drives
- Experience managing IC&E teams and vendor relationships
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with high-speed generators and power conversion electronics
- Background in Brayton cycle, gas turbine, or compressor-expander systems
- Familiarity with helium or other working fluid systems
- Experience with high-bandwidth data acquisition systems
- Nuclear industry experience
- Knowledge of API 670, IEEE 1023, IEC 61511, or NFPA standards
- PE license in Instrumentation, Control, or Electrical
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Equity ownership
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
- Generous PPE stipend
About the Company
Valar Atomics is redefining energy by making clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable through factory-made, advanced nuclear systems.
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