Controls & Instrumentation Engineer
Last EnergyAustin, Texas, United States
Posted January 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Last Energy is dedicated to decarbonizing global energy production by developing small modular reactors (SMRs) for nuclear power. Their core service focuses on reducing the time and cost of constructing nuclear plants, making clean, affordable power more accessible. Last Energy aims to revolutionize the nuclear industry with efficient and scalable solutions.
Job Description
Last Energy is seeking a hands-on Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to support the integration, deployment, and lifecycle management of industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
- 3+ years of experience supporting industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a hands-on or field-facing role
- Practical experience working with PLC-based control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
- Strong understanding of industrial electronics, instrumentation, and low-voltage power distribution
- Familiarity with industrial control system cybersecurity concepts and best practices (IEC 62443 knowledge is a plus)
- Experience in nuclear, oil & gas, chemical processing, or other highly regulated, safety-critical industries
- Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, TCP/IP, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP