Main missions
The Instrumentation & Control Specialist designs and develops control and instrumentation systems for nuclear power plants, ensuring they meet safety standards, technical specifications, and operational requirements. He/She creates detailed plans and technical specifications for these systems.
He/She conducts feasibility studies and risk analysis to evaluate the viability of instrumentation and control projects, identifying technical constraints, potential risks, and alternative solutions to improve safety and efficiency.
The Instrumentation & Control Specialist collaborates with engineering and maintenance teams to integrate instrumentation and control systems into the overall plant systems. He/She participates in testing and validation processes to ensure the performance and reliability of the systems.
Job activities
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Design and Development of Control and Instrumentation Systems: Design and develop control and instrumentation systems for nuclear power plants using CAD software to create detailed plans and technical specifications.
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Feasibility Studies: Conduct technical studies to evaluate the feasibility of instrumentation and control projects, considering technical, economic, and regulatory constraints.
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Risk Analysis: Perform risk analysis to identify potential hazards associated with control and instrumentation systems, and propose mitigation measures and safety solutions.
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Testing and Validation: Participate in the testing and validation of control and instrumentation systems, coordinating test activities, analyzing results, and writing test reports to document performance and compliance with specifications.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Develop and implement maintenance strategies for control and instrumentation systems, perform regular inspections, diagnose problems, and carry out necessary repairs to ensure continuous and safe operation.
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Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all instrumentation and control activities comply with industry regulations and safety standards, maintain detailed documentation, and follow required procedures.
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Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering disciplines, such as electrical and mechanical engineers, to ensure the integration of control and instrumentation systems into the overall plant design and operation.
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Performance Optimization: Propose improvements to optimize the performance and reliability of control and instrumentation systems, using analysis and simulation techniques to identify weaknesses and recommend enhancements.
Required skills
An Instrumentation & Control Specialist in the nuclear energy sector should possess the following skills:
- Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software and simulation tools.
- In-depth knowledge of principles and practices in instrumentation and control.
- Familiarity with nuclear industry regulations and safety standards.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to perform risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of control and instrumentation systems.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality.
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