Software Engineer

Location: Bowmanville, ON, CA, L1C 3Z8

Req ID: 49568

Status: Regular Full Time

Working Conditions: Hybrid

Education Level: Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science

Base Location: Bowmanville, ON

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: 10%

Deadline to Apply: December 20 2024

Salary Range: $1,651.02 - $2,832.86 Per Week

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our Computers and Control Design team in the role of Software Engineer.

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, this position is responsible to develop, test, and maintain high-quality computing software and systems, including programming in Assembly language (PDP11 MACRO-11), managing Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC) software, ensuring compliance with software governance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Programming with Assembly Language: Design, develop, and maintain software using MACRO-11 Assembly programming language to meet system requirements and ensure operational functionality.
2. Digital Controller Coding: Create, modify, and troubleshoot programming for computers and digital controllers, ensuring seamless integration with system operations while ensuring nuclear software program governance standards.
3. Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC): Manage, implement, and enhance Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC) software to ensure reliable and efficient system performance.
4. Software Testing and Functional Analysis: Develop and execute software test requirements, test cases, and perform functional analysis to validate and verify software performance and reliability.
5. Software Development Tools and Simulators: Utilize software development tools and system emulation simulators to design, test, and refine computing systems and applications.
6. Preparation of Design Documentation: Prepare comprehensive computing software design documents, detailed work plans for installation, and Engineering Change packages to support system updates and improvements.
7. Lab-Based Computing Work: Perform development, testing, and troubleshooting in a computer lab environment, ensuring accurate simulation and validation of software solutions.
8. Understanding of computer architecture, Operating systems, file systems, memory management, digital logic.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. 4 Year Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science
2. 2-8 Years of relevant engineering experience
3. Proficiency in programming with Assembly language, C language, and low level microcontroller programming.
4. Experience with Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC) software development and system integration.
5. Strong understanding of software governance frameworks and compliance requirements.
6. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute software testing protocols, including functional analysis and test cases.
7. Proficiency in using software development tools, emulation simulators, and preparing technical documentation such as design specifications and Engineering Change packages.
8. Hands-on experience working in computer lab environments, focusing on system testing, troubleshooting, and development.
9. Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact AODA@opg.com

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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