Engineer, Simulator Software at Constellation Energy

Engineer, Simulator Software Simulator

This is a Corporate Position located at Quad Cities Generating Station in Byron, IL 

This is a multi-level requisition and the role can be filled at Mid-level or Senior level. Please see requirements below.

WHO WE ARE

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.

Simulator Software Engineer 

Expected salary range of $102,600 to $114,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Sr Simulator Software Engineer

Expected salary range of $120,600 to $134,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Responsible for Creating and modifying simulation software logic and dynamic models used at a nuclear power plant in the Main Control Room Simulator, including simulator software maintenance, model minor plant modifications, and enhancements with minimal support. Functions independently and advises Constellation's Training Department on simulator technology. Coordinate simulator tasks and collaborate across teams as needed. Independence level: Works independently with minimal guidance. Works closely with the training department, project managers, and site engineers to ensure compliance with project needs. The role is centered on the development and improvement of new and existing features. Additionally, you will be reviewing the code of your peers, advocating for standard development methodologies, and participating in an inclusive, energetic, and highly cross-functional team. Expected to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Engage with business partners to gather information, analyze requirements, and deliver practical, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that satisfy business needs.
• Design, develop and/or review complex code to ensure solutions meet the requirements of functional and technical specifications. Develop and/or review project technical architecture design and development. Solutions may include but are not limited to the development of various types of applications.
• Stay on top of latest technologies and trends. Support development of version control principles.
• Ensure all risks and issues that affect the projects are captured and are actioned appropriately.
• Enhance knowledge of and compliance with preferred technologies, methodologies, standards, and policies. Maintain technical knowledge and business acumen within own discipline or function
• Provide technology solutions by weighing advantages of technology trends, market availability of products, risks, and benefits of technology to meet business needs.
• Create/modify and document simulation software logic and dynamic models to meet the business needs for simulator software maintenance, minor plant modifications, and enhancements with minimal support from peers or vendors.
• For Site Main Control Room Simulator Projects: plan, design, build or manage high quality IT software solutions
• Software configuration management
• Maintain engagement with the Site Training Department to provide support for emergent problems, Simulator Review Board support, Emergency Preparedness drill preparation, Training load releases, Instructor drill development, and IT security / exam security.
• Lead planning activities for assigned site.
• Provide second tier service to another simulator, as required, to backup that simulators Site Lead with little or no assistance
• Participates in projects for other sites in the fleet as required.

This is a multi-level requisition, and the role can be filled at the Simulator Software Engineer level or Sr Simulator Software Engineer level. Please see requirements below.

Simulator Software Engineer Job Code SXXD

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor&rsquos degree (ex: Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related discipline) and 2 years of relevant experience (programming technologies) or minimum 6 years of relevant combination of education and work experience, for E02 Engineer position.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small to medium teams in delivering software solutions and work effectively with remote project teams
• Demonstrates strong software development capabilities coupled with the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Demonstrated strong teamwork skills with self-motivation to achieve success in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Solid communications skills - Able to effectively communicate highly technical information in non-technical terminology (written and verbal).
• Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, data structure, and algorithms
  - Proficient in FORTRAN and C programming languages
  - Experience in coding Logic and Dynamic systems
  - Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
  - Proficient with installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows Operating Systems (personal and server)

Sr Simulator Software Engineer Job Code SXXE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (ex: Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related discipline) and 5 years of relevant experience (programming technologies) or minimum 9 years of relevant combination of education and work experience, for E03 Senior Engineer position
• Demonstrated ability to lead small to medium teams in delivering software solutions and work effectively with remote project teams
• Demonstrates strong software development capabilities coupled with the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Demonstrated strong teamwork skills with self-motivation to achieve success in a rapidly evolving environment
• Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, data structure, and algorithms
• Proficient in FORTRAN and C programming languages
• Experience in coding Logic and Dynamic systems
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Proficient with installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows Operating Systems (personal and server)

Simulator Software Engineer Job Code SXXD  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Nuclear Engineering and 7+ years engineering experience
• Consulting/client engagement background
• Knowledge of business practices and processes in Nuclear Power Plant Operations
• Knowledge of graphic design software
• Experience with modeling systems and Simulator model builder software (e.g., Thor, Xtreme, Jade, TopMerit, Thunder)
• Experience with Simulator Executive Systems (e.g., OpenSim, TREX, SimExec, Chattanooga)
• Experience with engineering print reading
• Experience leading small IT projects or sub-teams and knowledge of IT project management
• Experience with GIT configuration management
• Experience with network topology
• Experience with creating software interface protocols.

Sr Simulator Software Engineer Job Code SXXE

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Nuclear Engineering and 7+ years engineering experience
• Consulting/client engagement background
• Knowledge of business practices and processes in Nuclear Power Plant Operations
• Knowledge of graphic design software
• Experience with modeling systems and Simulator model builder software (e.g., Thor, Xtreme, Jade, TopMerit, Thunder)
• Experience with Simulator Executive Systems (e.g., OpenSim, TREX, SimExec, Chattanooga)
• Experience with engineering print reading
• Experience leading small IT projects or sub-teams and knowledge of IT project management
• Experience with GIT configuration management
• Experience with network topology
• Experience with creating software interface protocols.