Nuclear Simulator Software Engineer (Associate, Mid or Senior Level)

About this role

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

Education

• —and years of

Experience

• —as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. Job Summary Associate Simulator Software Engineer Under direct supervision or instruction, performs software and hardware work on the simulator to provide simulator fidelity in support of nuclear training programs and NRC simulator acceptance.This is an entry or developmental level position. The individual will design, test and implement codes for new or existing software/hardware installation under direct supervision/instruction. Repairs simulator deficiencies and improves the simulator performance as needed. Works with the neutronics and thermo hydraulics software as well as the modeling software of the plant systems. With assistance, acts as the code and system administrator for simulator software. Interface with plant engineering on design change needs, plant computer systems issues and schedule of maintenance and upgrades. Implements and maintains structured software design and develop process which includes software configuration, model verification, validation testing, technical procedures and software documentation. Interfaces with company and vendor engineering staff to obtain necessary design data for simulator models. Acts as training contact for simulator software issues, modifications and maintenance. Nuclear Simulator Software Engineer Under general supervision, coordinates and performs software and hardware work on the simulator to provide simulator fidelity in support of nuclear training programs and NRC simulator acceptance.Designs, tests and implements code for new software/hardware installation. Repairs simulator deficiencies and improves the simulator performance as needed. Works with the neutronics and thermo hydraulics software as well as the modeling software of the plant systems. Acts as the code and system administrator for simulator software. Interface with plant engineering on design change needs, plant computer systems issues and schedule of maintenance and upgrades. Implements and maintains structured software design and develop process which includes software configuration, model verification, validation testing, technical procedures and software documentation. Interfaces with company and vendor engineering staff to obtain necessary design data for simulator models. Acts as training contact for simulator software issues, modifications and maintenance. Senior Nuclear Simulator Software Engineer This role is fully competent at a very high technical level, working independently. Incumbents at this level perform difficult and complex work requiring thorough knowledge and

Experience

• —within the nuclear simulator. Responsible for all programming and associated hardware connectivity to ensure 100% alignment and fidelity of the training simulator with the actual station simulator, and to ensure NRC simulator acceptance. Designs, tests and implements code for new software installation. Repairs simulator deficiencies and improves the simulator performance as needed. Responsible for the neutronics and thermo hydraulics software, as well as the modeling software of the plant systems. Serves as the code and system administrator for simulator software. Interfaces and provides consultation/guidance to plant engineering on design change needs, plant computer systems issues and schedule of maintenance and upgrades. Implements and maintains structured software design and develop processes which includes software configuration, model verification, validation testing, technical procedures and software documentation. Serves as the subject matter expert for company and vendor engineering staff to obtain necessary design data for simulator models. Serves as point of contact for simulator software issues, modifications and maintenance. Responsible for providing technical expertise and instruction to lower level position. The impact of errors will result in significant costs and have major impact to station operations.Required Knowledge,

Skills

• —, Abilities &

Experience

• —The knowledge,

Skills

• —, abilities and

Experience

• —required for entry into this job include the following: Associate Simulator Software Engineer 0 - 2 years

Experience

• —in Engineering or IT knowledge of plant systems, design and operation.
• —Knowledge of computer systems hardware/software, client/server architecture.
• —Knowledge of Windows based operating systems, Sun Solaris and HP VMS.
• —Knowledge of computer programming languages, Fortran, C++, Basic and other programming languages in a real-time simulation environment.
• —Knowledge of the simulator executive and software architecture.
• —Knowledge of computer interfaces, I/O, network and serial communications.
• —Knowledge of stimulation, emulation and hybrid technologies in simulation.
• —Ability to read/write and interpret protocols to interface new simulator design changes.
• —Knowledge of analog/digital electronics, components, design, fabrication, assembly, maintenance, repairs, testing and troubleshooting problems to the solution stage.
• —Knowledge of embedded software used in microprocessor based equipment.
• —Ability to analyze and apply logical processes and knowledge to perform integrated system troubleshooting.
• —Ability to setup and configure computer equipment, use test equipment, install, remove electronic components, terminate connections, solder cable and components, cut and fabricate assemblies, and modify control boards.
• —Knowledge of power system operations, plant computer systems and instrumentation.
• —Knowledge and maintenance of electrical equipment, UPS and power supplies.
• —Ability to perform engineering calculations.
• —Strong oral, written and interpersonal communications

Skills

• —, and team player. Nuclear Simulator Software Engineer 2 - 3+ years of relevant

Experience

• —in Engineering or IT knowledge of plant systems, design and operation.
• —Knowledge of computer systems hardware/software, client/server architecture.
• —Knowledge of Windows based operating systems, Sun Solaris and HP VMS.
• —Knowledge of computer programming languages, Fortran, C++, Basic and other programming languages in a real-time simulation environment.
• —Knowledge of the simulator executive and software architecture.
• —Knowledge of computer interfaces, I/O, network and serial communications.
• —Knowledge of simulation, emulation and hybrid technologies in simulation.
• —Ability to read/write and interpret protocols to interface new simulator design changes.
• —Knowledge of analog/digital electronics, components, design, fabrication, assembly, maintenance, repairs, testing and troubleshooting problems to solution stage.
• —Knowledge of embedded software used in microprocessor based equipment.
• —Ability to analyze and apply logical processes and knowledge to perform integrated system troubleshooting.
• —Ability to setup and configure computer equipment, use test equipment, install, remove electronic components, terminate connections, solder cable and components, cut and fabricate assemblies, and modify control boards.
• —Knowledge of power system operations, plant computer systems and instrumentation.
• —Knowledge and maintenance of electrical equipment, UPS and power supplies.
• —Strong oral, written and interpersonal communications

Skills

• —, and team player. Senior Nuclear Simulator Software Engineer 5 - 6+ years of relevant

Experience

• —in Engineering or IT knowledge of plant systems, design and operation. In depth knowledge of computer systems hardware/software, client/server architecture. In depth knowledge of Windows based operating systems, Sun Solaris and HP VM