Jr Realtime Digital Control System Software/Systems Designer

AtkinsRéalis; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been a leader in nuclear engineering for over 60 years. As a Jr Realtime Digital Control System Software/Systems Designer, you will play a crucial role in developing tools and systems for safety-critical software production. Your expertise in software engineering and control systems will be essential as you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, verify, and test innovative solutions. This position offers a balanced work environment with opportunities for professional growth and competitive compensation. If you're ready to tackle exciting challenges and contribute to a sustainable future, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Learning and Development Opportunities

Employee Share Plans

Health and Safety Focus

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in control systems environment.
• Experience with software design/development according to industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare requirements and develop tools for safety-critical software production.
• Perform software engineering tasks including design, coding, and testing.

Skills

Software Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Honours degree in Engineering

Honours degree in Computer Science

Tools

IEC 61131-3 languages

C

C++

VHDL

Job description

Jr Realtime Digital Control System Software/Systems Designer

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups, providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and globally for over 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Location – Mississauga, ON

Your role within the team:

• Prepare requirements and develop tools for test/development systems for safety-critical software production.
• Perform software engineering tasks including requirements specification, design, coding, verification, testing, and documentation.
• Evaluate computer vendor products and develop processes for their integration into our software design, development, and V&V processes.
• Assist in planning activities related to design, verification, and testing of safety, control, and monitoring systems.
• Help prepare work-scopes, design and quality requirements, and plans for system development stages.
• Participate in the concept design of safety and control computer systems to define requirements, architecture, technologies, and evaluate performance and reliability.
• Develop guides and procedures aligned with international standards for quality software in the nuclear industry.
• Create software and scripts using various programming languages and tools, including IEC 61131-3 languages, C, C++, VHDL, and others.
• Develop test scripts using in-house scripting languages.
• Maintain and update engineering design documents, including requirements specifications and manuals.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, suppliers, and divisions within the company.
• Deliver technical presentations effectively.
• Manage workload, prioritize tasks, and report progress to meet project goals.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

We offer opportunities to work on major projects, a balanced work environment, learning and development, competitive compensation, benefits, employee share plans, and a focus on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Honours degree in engineering or computer science from a recognized university.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in a control systems environment.
• Experience with software design/development according to industry standards is advantageous.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills.

Are you ready for this challenge? Apply today to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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