Automation Engineer

Our client is seeking to contract with a highly motivated Automation Engineer (AE) to support the Natrium team. This individual is responsible in streamlining and optimizing data workflows across multiple platforms of Natrium’s Engineer-Procurement-Construction (EPC) partner’s systems, ensuring client’s requirements and interests are met, and appropriately flowed down to the EPC and their suppliers.

Responsibilities

Design and implement automation workflows to connect and synchronize data between:

Engineering databases (e.g., equipment/component databases, material traceability systems)

BIM platforms (e.g., Autodesk Revit, Navisworks) used for nuclear facility modeling

Excel-based tools used for procurement schedules, equipment lists, and QA documentation

Ensure automated systems support regulatory compliance, traceability, and audit-readiness of data flows

Collaborate with nuclear engineers, QA/QC personnel, and procurement teams to identify pain points and automation opportunities

Develop and maintain custom scripts, ETL pipelines, and API integrations to streamline data transfers and reporting

Maintain rigorous documentation of automation logic, validation steps, and change control procedures

Support the digital transformation of nuclear procurement processes in accordance with NQA-1, ISO 19443, or equivalent standards

Provide technical support and training to end-users on new tools and systems

Key Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

10+ years of experience in system engineering design, procurement and construction of heavy industrial facilities, preferably in the commercial nuclear power industry.

3+ years of experience in automation, systems integration, or digital engineering roles

Proficient in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, VBA) and automation of data workflows

Familiarity with BIM tools (Autodesk Revit, Navisworks) and model-data integration

Experience with SQL databases, data extraction and transformation

Strong understanding of Excel automation, macros, and data validation techniques

Excellent documentation skills and experience in regulated environments

Experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors (e.g., aerospace, pharmaceutical, defense)

Knowledge of nuclear quality assurance standards (e.g., ASME NQA-1, ISO 19443)

Familiarity with nuclear digital systems, procurement software, or configuration management tools

Experience with cloud-based automation tools or digital twin platforms

Understanding of cybersecurity principles for data systems in critical infrastructure