Engineer/Scientist I-IV
Three-year Term Positions
2 Simulator Process Modelers
1 Simulator Hardware Specialist
1 Simulator Software Specialist
Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station (PLNGS), New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E21654-2025

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

The Design Engineering Department is seeking two Simulator Process Modelers and two Simulator Specialists to improve the overall reliability of the PLNGS full-scope training simulator. The Simulator Design group is responsible for maintaining hardware and developing modeling software for the full-scope nuclear simulator used to train and certify licensed personnel.

Simulator Process Modeler key functions include:

• Develop simulator modeling changes to reflect plant modification
• Work with the Simulator team and Simulator instructors to identify and resolve simulator modeling software deficiencies
• Perform other simulator modeling related work, conduct work reviews and perform testing to improve simulator fidelity and reliability.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• A Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in Engineering - Chemical, Mechanical or Nuclear

One year of experience:

• Operating, maintaining and modifying a nuclear training simulator
• Knowledge in CANDU nuclear plant systems

Two years of experience:

• Programming in C/C++ or FORTRAN
• Using and developing high fidelity scientific computation software (e.g. RELAP5)

Knowledge of Thermal hydraulics and fluid dynamics

Simulator Hardware Specialist key functions include:

• Apply simulator hardware modifications to reflect plant modifications
• Work with the Simulator team and the Simulator instructors to identify and resolve simulator hardware related deficiencies
• Monitor simulator and surrounding IT hardware system health and develop short, medium and long-term strategies for hardware reliability.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (hardware focus)

One year of experience:

• Conducting system health monitoring
• Interpreting station design modifications and developing equivalent simulator modifications

Two years of experience:

• Working with low-voltage electrical systems
• Diagnosing, debugging, and maintaining electrical components

Simulator Software Specialist key functions include:

• Perform administration and maintenance on various simulation related software systems
• Work with IT group to perform simulator surrounding software maintenance and upgrades
• Monitor software health, develop tools to enhance simulator software functionalities, and improve regular task productivity.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• A Bachelor of Science in Computer or Applied Science in Engineering - Electrical or Computer (Software development Focus)

One year of experience:

• Reverse engineering legacy software's
• Maintaining and upgrading development tools

Two years of experience:

• Programming ability in C/C++ and FORTRAN
• System architecture and development
• Configuring and maintaining servers (Linux and Microsoft Windows)

Note: Clearly specify the role you are applying for in your resume to ensure accurate screening during the application process.

An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

Due to security requirements at Canadian Nuclear facilities, the successful candidate will require a Site Access Security Clearance which includes verification of background information, references, a Criminal Record Name Check and a Canadian Security Intelligence Service security recommendation.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials at Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials: https://www.cicic.ca/1374/obtain_an_academic_credential_assessment_for_general_purposes.canada

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Sulochana Battu at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. March 16, 2025

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.