Software Engineer (Nuclear)

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, support, and maintain applications based on business requirements, using approved technologies and coding standards.
• Design, develop, implement, support, and maintain software components and systems to adhere to and satisfy engineering, scientific, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements.
• Act as an entry level in design development, coding, testing, and debugging new nuclear and legacy applications.
• Apply secure coding practices to prevent security vulnerabilities in code and apply object-oriented principles when implementing solutions.
• Maintain code quality through unit testing and solid documentation.
• Communicate with business partners to gather accurate specifications for new enhancements and applications.
• Maintain knowledge of application security best practices and modern vulnerabilities.
• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to devise solutions to nuclear problems.
• Use logical thinking and analytical skills to design simulations and experiments and assess their results.
• Produce clear, concise specifications and reports through writing skills.
• Collaborate with scientists, operators, and other engineers using verbal communication skills.
• Identify potential risks during construction or manufacturing processes through observational skills and attentiveness to detail.
• Utilize computer skills to work with mathematical simulation, CAD, databases, presentation, spreadsheet, word processing, and other software.
• Maintain familiarity with laws and regulations related to nuclear energy.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of physics, engineering science, mathematics and nuclear energy.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Science and Applications.
• 0-3 years of experience in software development.
• C/C++ programming experience.
• Experience writing requirements specifications, test procedures, user guides, and test reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience in Modbus/OPC protocols.
• Familiarity with Cisco switch configuration.
• Experience with Wireshark troubleshooting.