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Florida's controls engineer job market spans aerospace manufacturing in the Space Coast, defense contractors around Jacksonville and Tampa, and industrial automation firms throughout the state. Major employers like Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Siemens have established engineering presences here, and many actively hire international engineers with visa sponsorship for automation and systems control roles.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 99771
Job Category: Energy
Location: Tampa, FL, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!
Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer – Nuclear to join our team in the United States.
In the nuclear sector, we are busier than ever. Our teams are developing first of a kind programs in fusion energy development, small and advanced modular reactor design, nuclear sustainability for waste processing and volume reduction, and transforming the long term storage landscape, to name just a few.
If you are an entrepreneur with a technical soul, we want to hear from you. Join our team today and help make a consequential difference.
You will be part of our nuclear group, where we ensure world class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and support execution of engineering work packages to ensure project budgets and schedules are met.
- Define I&C project requirements as they relate to scope, cost, and schedule.
-
Develop I&C deliverables such as lists, calculations, and detailed drawings, including:
-
Instrumentation and Controls Design Criteria
- Control philosophy and conceptual design of industrial control systems
- Control narratives
- Instrument index and I/O lists
- Instrumentation calculations, data sheets, specifications, selection, and sizing
- P&IDs
- System architecture drawings
- Instrument location drawings and installation detail drawings
- Wiring and interconnection diagrams
- ISA loop drawings
-
Motor control schematics
-
Mentor junior and intermediate staff.
- Participate in HAZOP, COMS, and other safety related reviews, as required.
- Interface with other engineering disciplines.
- Actively manage relationships with vendors.
- Support Hatch business development efforts and strategic initiatives, including the preparation of proposals and pursuit plans for the nuclear industry.
You bring to the role:
- B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status is preferred.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of project experience in the design of instrumentation and control systems in nuclear and/or thermal power plants.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical information to clients, regulators, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to function with minimal supervision.
- Sound understanding of applicable engineering codes and standards, including IEEE, ISA, and IEC.
- Experience with construction and commissioning activities.
- Experience working in pressurized water reactor (PWR) and boiling water reactor (BWR) plants.
- Experience working with advanced Generation IV reactors (HTGRs, sodium-cooled reactors, molten salt reactors, etc.) is desirable.
- Experience working within a nuclear quality management system (ASME NQA-1).
- Eligibility to work on export-controlled projects subject to 10 CFR 810.
- Ability to travel for short-term business trips, domestically and internationally.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Requisition ID: 99771
Job Category: Energy
Location: Tampa, FL, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!
Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer – Nuclear to join our team in the United States.
In the nuclear sector, we are busier than ever. Our teams are developing first of a kind programs in fusion energy development, small and advanced modular reactor design, nuclear sustainability for waste processing and volume reduction, and transforming the long term storage landscape, to name just a few.
If you are an entrepreneur with a technical soul, we want to hear from you. Join our team today and help make a consequential difference.
You will be part of our nuclear group, where we ensure world class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and support execution of engineering work packages to ensure project budgets and schedules are met.
- Define I&C project requirements as they relate to scope, cost, and schedule.
-
Develop I&C deliverables such as lists, calculations, and detailed drawings, including:
-
Instrumentation and Controls Design Criteria
- Control philosophy and conceptual design of industrial control systems
- Control narratives
- Instrument index and I/O lists
- Instrumentation calculations, data sheets, specifications, selection, and sizing
- P&IDs
- System architecture drawings
- Instrument location drawings and installation detail drawings
- Wiring and interconnection diagrams
- ISA loop drawings
-
Motor control schematics
-
Mentor junior and intermediate staff.
- Participate in HAZOP, COMS, and other safety related reviews, as required.
- Interface with other engineering disciplines.
- Actively manage relationships with vendors.
- Support Hatch business development efforts and strategic initiatives, including the preparation of proposals and pursuit plans for the nuclear industry.
You bring to the role:
- B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status is preferred.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of project experience in the design of instrumentation and control systems in nuclear and/or thermal power plants.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical information to clients, regulators, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to function with minimal supervision.
- Sound understanding of applicable engineering codes and standards, including IEEE, ISA, and IEC.
- Experience with construction and commissioning activities.
- Experience working in pressurized water reactor (PWR) and boiling water reactor (BWR) plants.
- Experience working with advanced Generation IV reactors (HTGRs, sodium-cooled reactors, molten salt reactors, etc.) is desirable.
- Experience working within a nuclear quality management system (ASME NQA-1).
- Eligibility to work on export-controlled projects subject to 10 CFR 810.
- Ability to travel for short-term business trips, domestically and internationally.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Which companies sponsor visas for controls engineers in Florida?
Aerospace and defense contractors are among the most active sponsors for controls engineers in Florida. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, L3Harris, and Raytheon Technologies have significant Florida operations and established HR infrastructure for H-1B visa sponsorship. Industrial automation firms, utilities, and manufacturing companies in the state also sponsor, though less consistently. Larger employers with dedicated immigration counsel are generally more experienced with the sponsorship process.
Which visa types are most common for controls engineer roles in Florida?
The H-1B is the most common visa for controls engineers in Florida, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering. Some employers also sponsor O-1 visas for engineers with exceptional records. Candidates from Australia may qualify for the E-3 visa, and Canadian or Mexican nationals may be eligible under the TN visa category, which covers certain engineering roles.
How to find controls engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate filters controls engineer jobs specifically by visa sponsorship willingness and state, making it easier to identify Florida employers who have sponsored engineers before. Rather than sifting through general job postings, you can browse controls engineer roles in Florida where sponsorship is part of the employer's known hiring pattern. This is particularly useful for narrowing down aerospace, defense, and industrial automation openings across the Space Coast, Tampa Bay, and Jacksonville corridors.
Which cities in Florida have the most controls engineer sponsorship jobs?
The Space Coast region, particularly around Melbourne and Cape Canaveral, is Florida's most concentrated area for controls engineers due to its aerospace and defense sector. Tampa and Orlando also have active hiring markets, driven by manufacturing, defense, and automation industries. Jacksonville supports controls engineering roles tied to naval and logistics infrastructure. Miami sees demand in building systems and industrial automation, though aerospace concentration is lower there.
Are there any Florida-specific considerations for controls engineers pursuing visa sponsorship?
Many controls engineer positions tied to Florida's defense and aerospace sector require security clearances, which non-U.S. citizens are generally ineligible to obtain. This limits sponsorship opportunities at some of the state's largest employers. However, a meaningful portion of controls engineering work in industrial automation, manufacturing, and utilities does not require clearance. Florida also benefits from engineering pipelines out of the University of Florida and the University of Central Florida, which attract international graduate talent that some employers actively recruit and sponsor.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored controls engineer jobs in Florida?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.