Nuclear System Engineer (Computer Engineering)

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Job Summary
The focus of this role will be on the administration of the plant computer systems.

This role of Nuclear Systems Engineer (Computer Engineering) is responsible for interfacing with various stakeholders (operations, maintenance, management) and championing system improvements as well as establishing the required maintenance to ensure system reliability for components in the assigned systems.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

• Become the Subject Matter Expert on the assigned computer systems, networks, and peripheral equipment.
• Provide support to maintenance on corrective and preventative maintenance activities.
• Investigate and resolve complex computer issues.
• Own the overall reliability of assigned computer systems through trending of issues and development of activities to maintain the systems in a reliable state.
• Develop the long-term strategy for system upgrades and modifications to support the equipment reliability needs.
• Integrate site Cyber Security program requirements with maintenance of the assigned computer systems
• Perform Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or computer science or similar area of study preferred (degrees generally associated with power plant operations and administration of plant computer system
• All levels of experience will be considered but a minimum of 4 years engineering experience is preferred.
• Previous professional-level experience in engineering or computer system support is desired.
• Knowledge of C ++, Windows, Linux, networking, firewall, and cyber security is preferred. Training will also be provided
• Comprehensive background in computer systems and technology is preferred. Areas of focus could include computer operating systems, network communications, data acquisition systems, programming/scripting & cyber security within an operational technology environment
• Excellent troubleshooting abilities and analytical skills
• Superior communication skills with the ability to make technical presentations to all levels across the organization
• Ability to provide support outside of normal working hours as required to support operation of the assigned computer systems.

* Final pay grade will be determined based on experience and qualifications

Key Metrics:

• Teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries.
• Able to communicate routine issues effectively through written and verbal communication.
• Maintain effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
• Understanding of power generation equipment and system interrelationships.
• Understanding of economic drivers to the business.
• Able to apply problem solving processes to address routine issues.

Job Family
Engineering Services

Company
Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations
Perry, Ohio

Ohio

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