Software Developer 4

POSITION SUMMARY: This software engineering position will be in the Operation department within NuScale Power, LLC located in Corvallis, Oregon and will report to the Plant Operations Supervisor with oversite of the NuScale Simulator. The Software Developer works closely with multiple engineering groups including Plant Operations, Instrumentation & Controls, Human Factors, and other Design Engineers to meet common goals in the overall design and development of the NuScale Power Small Modular Reactor.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Works under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives. Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Collaborates with team members to ensure solutions are vetted and deliverables are of high quality.
• Reviews design documents, drawings, and task analyses as necessary to determines automation needs in support of the control room staffing compliment.
• Develops plant automation algorithms, user interfaces to plant systems, and builds automation into plant procedures to further the design efforts associated with plant automation.
• Develops Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) applications or program algorithms in C#, and integrating solutions into Human System Interface (HSI) screens and/or other controls used in the NuScale control room simulator.
• Supports integration of computer based procedures into the automation strategy.
• Designs, programs, simulate and tests automated processes designed to complete specific tasks.
• Provides resolution for complex problems using professional operational principles and company objectives.
• Interfaces with customers and, potentially, the NRC in order to support the marketing and licensing of the NuScale unit from an operational perspective.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity. Able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. Able to present and demonstrate work in small group settings and to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization. Independently seeks methods to engage other team members.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.
  
  

Minimum Skills, Qualifications And Abilities

• Education: B.S. degree in Computer Science, or a related field from an ABET accredited college or university strongly preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience required with a minimum of four years .net programming experience. Familiarity with Server/Client architecture. Experience in automation or process control highly desired. Knowledge of, C#, WPF, XAML, Visual Studio, subversion, MySql, preferred. GUI design preferred.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.
  
  

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.