Instrumentation, Controls & Networking Engineering Manager

Job Summary:

Centrus is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead our Instrumentation, Controls (I&C) and Operational Technology (OT) networking design and engineering across production and test environments in Oak Ridge. You will own the OT cybersecurity posture and operational reliability for PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, data acquisition/historians, and industrial networking—setting the standards that keep our mission-critical systems secure, deterministic, and compliant. This role unifies I&C design and OT design and requires the ability to translate complex control-system and cybersecurity concepts into clear, actionable guidance for executives, operators, and cross-functional stakeholders.

What You Will Do:

• Lead technical strategy and execution for PLC/DCS/SCADA, instrumentation, data acquisition/historian, and industrial networking—driving secure, reliable, and deterministic operations.
• Own OT cybersecurity posture and standards for network architecture through the design process, configurations, and access—balancing safety, compliance, and uptime.
• Integrate data flow for advanced engineering modeling and analysis with control-system design and OT network architecture.
• Institutionalize rigorous reviews (logic, network configs, and models) via structured, constructive peer processes and design control practices.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of I&C engineers and OT networking architects; grow technical depth and leadership capability.
• Partner across engineering, manufacturing, information technology, and project management to design mission-critical programs and deliver secure, reliable, and maintainable to operations.

Communicate clearly to executives, stakeholders, and customers—turning complex OT and controls topics into actionable insights.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: BS in Electrical/Controls/Computer Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years in ICS/OT controls and networking; 3+ years of people leadership.
• Technical fluency: PLC/DCS, instrumentation, ICS protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP), and historian/data acquisition systems.
• Strengths:
• Structured reviews.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to translate complex technical topics for non-technical audiences.
• Experience with formal Design Control and engineering change processes.
• On-site leadership presence in Oak Ridge to support operations, cross-team collaboration, and mentoring.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOE 'Q' clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and operating deterministic control systems in regulated, safety-critical environments.

• Familiarity with OT network segmentation, industrial firewalls, and secure remote access patterns.

• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-82 and NIST 800-53.

  Background in coordinating data for modeling outputs with control logic and plant operations.

Why Join Us:

Join a center of excellence that is shaping the future of centrifuge machine and cascade performance. Work on some of the most challenging and impactful engineering problems in the industry. Lead a talented, multidisciplinary team with room for innovation and professional growth. Join a culture that values transparency, fairness, and inclusive leadership.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employe, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer