Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer Principal | NEW GENERATION and Oversight Engineering

Indiana Michigan Power (AEP)·Columbus, OH·Posted yesterday

Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Principal-level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer for AEP's new generation and retrofit nuclear and fossil power plants. Design, implement, and oversee I&C system architecture, cybersecurity, and OT/IT integration across new builds and modernization projects. Requires 8+ years of engineering experience with PE registration preferred; serves as technical authority and project leader.

Responsibilities

—Collaborate with AE and EPC firms to define and implement design basis expectations for I&C systems
—Ensure OT and IT systems meet design requirements and incorporate industry best practices
—Manage the Operational Technology (OT) Network and associated devices for seamless system integration and communication
—Implement cybersecurity best practices to safeguard control systems from threats
—Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders to align project goals
—Engage with OEMs during RFx processes to ensure compliance with technical specifications
—Support creation of plant retrofit and new generation equipment scope documents and self-build proposals
—Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safe, reliable, and compliant control strategies
—Support development and review of technical specifications, EPC specifications, and designs
—Support construction of retrofit and/or new build projects to ensure successful implementation
—Assist in managing technology evolution and addressing obsolescence concerns
—Lead and coordinate work activities within team, department, or across company boundaries
—Develop and recommend plans for complex engineering problems with scheduling, resource, and cost control
—Identify and initiate solutions to complex problems requiring multi-functional analysis

Qualifications

—Bachelor's degree in ABET-accredited engineering program plus 8+ years of related engineering experience, OR Master's/PhD in ABET-accredited engineering plus 6+ years of related engineering experience
—Solid grasp of control theory, including PID, adaptive, and model predictive control
—Ability to interpret and create technical documentation (System Descriptions, SAMA logic diagrams, P&IDs, schematics)
—Understanding of cybersecurity principles for control systems
—Data analysis skills to monitor and enhance system performance
—Strong communication skills for team collaboration and presenting complex technical subjects
—Advanced proficiency and specialized knowledge in technical areas such as control systems, fossil or nuclear plant operations

Desired

—Professional Engineer (PE) registration in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico
—Experience with servers, thin clients, network equipment, and computer-based instrumentation
—Proficiency in MS Access, Excel, Word, SQL, SharePoint, or Visual Basic
—Familiarity with CEMS, renewable energy systems (solar, battery, wind), or regulatory compliance

Location

Onsite in office when not traveling; approximately 25% travel including day trips and overnight stays (up to a week or more). Work in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, fumes, and operating machinery. Mandatory safety gear required: hard hat, eye/hearing protection, steel-toed shoes with heels and non-slip soles.

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Job details

FieldEngineering

LocationColumbus, OH

IndustryNuclear energy

PostedJun 2026

Skills & tools

I&C SYSTEMSCYBERSECURITYPID CONTROLSAMA LOGICP&IDSOT/IT NETWORKS