Electrical Design Engineer (I&C)

About the Company

General Matter is enriching uranium in America.

Our mission is to restore our country’s ability to make nuclear fuel. Our fuel will help power AI, manufacturing, and other critical industries. It will power our next generation of reactors. Ultimately, it will power our national ambitions.

We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and we are backed by top tier investors. 

Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production.

We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability and transparency.

About This Role

We are seeking an Instrumentation & Controls-focused Electrical Design Engineer to support major process controls design, development, and implementation for a nuclear fuel cycle facility and the associated process equipment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to safe and efficient engineering solutions in advanced energy production. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a foundational understanding of engineering principles and a willingness to learn and grow within the field.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop instrumentation and control systems for nuclear fuel cycle processes, including PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Perform troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of I&C equipment, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and actuators.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., NRC, IEEE, ANSI) and company policies in all I&C designs and operations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical and control systems into overall facility design and operations.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic diagrams.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses related to I&C systems.
• Provide technical support during system installations, upgrades, and commissioning.
• Monitor and optimize I&C system performance to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Stay informed of advancements in I&C technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems
• Interface with vendors to prepare and review materials and equipment purchase specifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals even with partial information.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. 
• Familiarity with engineering design processes and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in control system programming and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Honeywell).
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and codes, including IEEE, ISA, NRC, and ANSI requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc).
• Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Background in software development, installation, testing, and maintenance for I&C systems.
• Experience with nuclear or industrial facility instrumentation and controls systems design.
• Experience with controls system design including applications for low and medium voltage distribution systems and controls for process-related equipment, including pumps, heaters, chillers, and vacuum systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred or the ability to obtain one.
• Advanced degrees. 

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $80,000–$175,000 annually. 

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.