Technical Officer

Posting Start Date: February 10, 2023

Posting End Date: February 24, 2023

Are you looking for a meaningful career that makes a difference in your community? Would you enjoy an opportunity to contribute to our innovation and growth by bringing personal perspectives and experiences to your everyday work?

Working at Bruce Power, you can enjoy the benefits of small-town living with outdoor adventures and a rewarding career. As part of our progressive, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will work in a Safety-First environment, supporting challenging and impactful nuclear projects like our Life Extension Program and medical isotope production. Ongoing training and development are part of every job, offering constant growth and skill-building potential.

Currently, our Operations Training department has a Technical Officer opportunity in the Simulator Support Section of the Training Division.

The Simulator Support section is a dynamic team, responsible for supporting the hardware and systems/interface software for high fidelity full scope training simulators. The Technical Officer is required to provide innovative solutions to detailed technical problems related to the maintenance, upgrade and update of real time simulation software, computer systems or simulator hardware for full scope and desktop training simulators.

This is a permanent, full-time position which offers a competitive benefits, compensation and pension package and is located on site in Tiverton, Ontario.

What will you be responsible for?- Consistently improve simulator processes and practices to improve quality and efficiency- Supervising staff on a periodic basis, assigning work, checking and monitoring work, and as necessary, giving instruction and direction on work assigned

Knowledge and Skills:
- Requires a knowledge of physics, chemistry, metallurgy, mathematics, electricity, engineering and economics to technically understand the operation of the facility-
- Expert computer skills including an ability to write software using the following languages: C, C++ and C#. Proven ability to develop and debug software in Microsoft Visual Studio- Experience performing Windows System Administration tasks are required (Windows 10, Windows Server 2016/2019, Hyper-V)- Experience interfacing computer systems of various types (PC, UNIX, and Embedded) with intelligent devices using a variety of protocols and interfaces (TCP/IP, RS-232/422, VME, PLC/DCS systems)- Experience in Agile Software and Project Management techniques is considered an asset.- Experience using version control software in both small and large software projects is considered an asset- Well-developed understanding of real time software techniques- Ability to diagnose problems resulting from combinations of software and hardware faults.- Experience providing work direction to technicians- Requires a proficiency in verbal and written communications to prepare reports, proposals, recommendations, and presentations- A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, flexibility, and the ability to work with mínimal guidance in a team environment

Education and Experience:
- This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired in a four-year University degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science with a strong background in software development.- Engineering or design experience with real-time simulation systems would be an asset- P. Eng. designation or eligibility for P. Eng. designation is an asset

Are you ready for a change?

As one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Bruce Power is committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion where workers feel valued for their uniqueness and are recognized for their individual differences, talents and skills. Diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our business as we recognize that our people are our greatest resource. To support our inclusive workplace culture, we welcome and encourage everyone to apply.