Associate software engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is currently looking for an experienced Simulator Engineer (Nuclear Control Room Simulator) to work within our client’s Plant Services department, assisting in the development of the software models that support the control room simulator. This is a full-time permanent position.

Position Summary:
This position will work in close collaboration with operators and engineers to support a range of software development tasks such as updating plant models in accordance with engineering documentation. The ideal candidate is familiar with the GSE software suite (i.e., SimExec and JTopmeret), has experience with thermal-hydraulic system codes (e.g., RELAP5 and TRACE), and has experience with neutronic analysis codes (e.g., Simulate 3 and MCNP).

• Annual Base Salary: $87,000 - $100,000 + full extensive benefits package
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is required
• Client Location: Houston, TX
• Work Location: This position is available for REMOTE work within the contiguous United States with travel as required for business needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• High standard to accurately reflect information from engineering documentation into plant models.
• Supports development, testing, and operation of the control room simulator and other software projects.
• Develop software in accordance with established procedures and processes to maintain configuration control.
• Documents software defects using issue tracking software.
• Provides recommended solutions when errors are encountered and seeks to identify common cause issues that affect performance of the software solution.
• Provides recommended solutions for problems using professional operational principles and company objectives.
• Works under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure solutions are vetted and deliverables are of high quality.
• Performs hardware setup and maintenance such as installing computers/monitors and connecting cables. This may at times require limited travel to other locations outside of Corvallis at the company’s expense.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
• Minimum Skills, Qualifications and Abilities:
• Education/Certification:
• A minimum of a B.S. degree in physics, engineering, or other technical degree from an accredited college or university is required. ABET-accredited engineering program preferred. Three (3) or more years of recent demonstrable software deliverables with a focus on modeling and simulator development are required.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of full-time software development experience is required. Working with thermal-hydraulic and neutronic analysis software is highly desirable. Additional desired experience includes:
• Previous experience with GSE simulation software (i.e., SimExec, JTopmeret, JElectric)
• Previous experience with thermal hydraulic system codes (e.g., RELAP5 and TRACE)
• Working knowledge of an integrated development environment such as Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code and a revision control system such as Git is required
• Previous experience with project management systems like GitLab or GitHub
• Experience with developing software in Fortran, C++, and/or Python
• Previous experience with neutronic analysis codes (e.g., Simulate 3 and MCNP)
• Demonstrable understanding of basic thermal-hydraulic engineering principles
• Demonstrable understanding of basic numerical methods to solve coupled partial differential equations associated with fluid flow and heat transfer
• Demonstrable aptitude to read and interpret P&ID drawings
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

Core Competencies: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems on time, gathers and reviews information appropriately.
• Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.

Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity. Able to create, read, and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. Able to present and demonstrate work in small group settings and to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization. Independently seeks methods to engage other team members.
Safety Culture: Adheres to the company Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.


Why Join This Project?

• Be a part of one of the most advanced nuclear energy developments in the U.S.
• Play a key role in the safe, innovative application of next-generation reactor designs.
• Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team driving clean energy transformation.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, strong, extensive benefits, and long-term career growth opportunities.

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.






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