Software Engineer

Ontario Power Generation Inc.; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A North American power utility seeks a Software Engineer to develop and maintain computing software, focusing on Assembly and C programming. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in RTPC software development. The environment fosters inclusivity and compliance with governance frameworks. This position is pivotal in ensuring reliable system performance while adhering to corporate values.

Qualifications

• 4-year bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science.
• 2-8 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency in programming with Assembly language, C language, or low-level microcontroller programming.
• Experience with Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC) software development and system integration.
• Strong understanding of software governance frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute software testing protocols, including functional analysis and test cases.
• Proficiency in using software development tools and preparing technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience working in computer lab environments.
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software using MACRO-11 Assembly programming language.
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot programming for computers and digital controllers.
• Manage, implement, and enhance RTPC software.
• Develop and execute software test requirements and perform functional analysis to validate software performance.
• Utilize software development tools and system emulation simulators.
• Prepare comprehensive computing software design documents.
• Perform development, testing, and troubleshooting in a computer lab environment.
• Understand computer architecture, operating systems, file systems, memory management, and digital logic.

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

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

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

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Programming with Assembly Language: Design, develop, and maintain software using MACRO-11 Assembly programming language to meet system requirements and ensure operational functionality.
• 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.
• Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC): Manage, implement, and enhance Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC) software to ensure reliable and efficient system performance.
• 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.
• Software Development Tools and Simulators: Utilize software development tools and system emulation simulators to design, test, and refine computing systems and applications.
• 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.
• Lab-Based Computing Work: Perform development, testing, and troubleshooting in a computer lab environment, ensuring accurate simulation and validation of software solutions.
• Understanding of computer architecture, Operating systems, file systems, memory management, digital logic.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science
• 2-8 Years of relevant engineering experience
• Proficiency in programming with Assembly language, C language, or low level microcontroller programming.
• Experience with Real-Time Process Computing (RTPC) software development and system integration.
• Strong understanding of software governance frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute software testing protocols, including functional analysis and test cases.
• Proficiency in using software development tools, emulation simulators, and preparing technical documentation such as design specifications and Engineering Change packages.
• Hands-on experience working in computer lab environments, focusing on system testing, troubleshooting, and development.
• 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 [e-mail]

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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The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.