Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls

Responsibilities

• Design and test ground-up electrical and controls systems for new facilities, advanced prototypes, and R&D systems
• Design, test, and integrate instrumentation and controls systems for industrial automation applications
• Produce and maintain detailed drawings using electrical CAD tools
• Design and support PLC-based controls systems, including instrumentation, field devices, and control architectures
• Design and analyze AC power systems for industrial equipment and control panels
• Support design and integration of facility electrical infrastructure systems such as UPS, battery backup, and generators
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical, mechanical, process, and software systems
• Develop technical documentation and specifications for internal use, vendors, and contractors
• Support testing, commissioning, and ongoing system improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in electrical design tools for control systems (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or EPLAN)
• Working knowledge of electrical systems architecture and circuit design
• Knowledge of industrial instrumentation and control systems
• Experience with PLC-based automation and industrial communications protocols (EtherCAT, CAN bus, Ethernet/IP, etc.)
• Ability to perform trade studies and reason from first principles
• Evidence of exceptional ability through prior projects or a portfolio
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing systems for industrial facilities, pilot plants, or R&D environments
• Experience in industrial automation, chemical plants, or process industries
• Control panel design experience including schematics and layouts
• Familiarity with AC power systems (breakers, relays, transformers, three-phase power)
• Familiarity with backup power systems and UPS sizing
• Hands-on experience building, wiring, or commissioning industrial electrical systems

About the Company

General Matter enriches uranium. We are designing, building, and operating the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services to restore America’s ability to produce nuclear fuel for AI, advanced manufacturing, and critical industries.