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Instrument Control Engineer
Industry: Energy
Area: Nuclear
Instrument Control Engineers have responsibility for switches, wiring, relaying, terminal boards, control systems and sensing devices (both analog and digital). They are involved with circuit design and function, including engineering documentation.
Work Settings
A nuclear power plant is not all that different from coal, oil, or gas fired plants. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), part of our government, licenses the use of nuclear material and inspects users to make sure they follow the rules for safety.
Education
Instrument Control Engineers require a minimum of a BS in Engineering.
Job Outlook
Instrument Control Engineers are expected to have employment growth about as fast as the average for all occupations though 2014.
Salary
Annual wages for Instrument Control Engineers vary from $62,000 to $81,000.
Work Schedule
Most engineers work a standard 40-hour week. At times, deadlines or design standards may bring extra pressure to a job, requiring engineers to work longer hours.