Software Systems Engineer

At Dominion Energy we love our jobs.  That’s right.  Love.  Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate.  These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever.  We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent?  Do you think differently?  Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!

 

We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

 

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance. 

 

Job Summary

Dominion Energy is currently seeking a Software Systems Engineer to join our IT professionals to support the Nuclear Business Unit.  Working independently, formulates or defines specifications for complex operating software programming applications. This role serves as a technical expert in one or more areas of information technology.  Resolves complex application or infrastructure issues. May serve as team leader for infrastructure or technical projects. Modifies or maintains complex existing applications, using engineering releases and utilities from the manufacturer.  Errors may cause delay, expense, and disruption.

 

This position will be located at our Surry Power Station in Surry, VA. As part of the Nuclear IT Process Computer System Team, responsible for Plant Computer System activities at the station, including, but not limited to:

 

• Experience in supporting upgrades of Nuclear Plant Computer Systems.
• Knowledge of System programming and software life cycle development (SDLC).
• Read and understand source code.
• Capable of reviewing a functional specification and interpret requirements into programming language.
• Prepare and/or update documentation detailing software function and test plan.
• Able to develop and test in a controlled lab environment prior to implementing on production equipment and maintain code history and disaster recovery plan.
• Desired operating system experience includes Windows, Unix and/or Linux. 
• The individual should be able to develop, maintain and support database, archive, and system interfaces between various applications.
• Should have knowledge or experience with networks, firewalls, data diodes, and interfaces such as ODBC, OPC, MODBUS, Aveva Pi, Westinghouse Ovation, and data acquisition equipment. 
• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures to carry out all aspects of the job and able to handle the most complex work and all aspects of the job using wide knowledge of the field and subject matter. 
• Review Change Management Records and Design Change Packages to determine impact to the plant computer system.
• May provide input in setting objectives, policy, and identifying critical issues and introducing new concepts.
• Make decisions independently in planning, organizing, and conducting work assignments.
• Individual will need to be a part of the Nuclear Critical Group as well as be approved to have access to the nuclear plant.
• May provide personal availability and maintain rotation on call status.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
   

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

2+ years directly related experience.

• Experience with Control systems
• Operating systems knowledge and experience in Unix, Sun Solaris, Linux, Windows Workstation and Server, preferred
• Understanding of plant process computers and/or SCADA systems
• Understanding of TCP/IP, Modbus, ODBC, OPC protocols
• Aveva Pi, Westinghouse Ovation experience preferred

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines: Business, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.