Simulator Specialist III

Holtec Palisades seeks qualified applicants for the position of Simulator Specialist in its Training department based at Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert, MI.

Palisades is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the nuclear industry and the nation!

Location: Palisades Energy (Covert, MI)

Job Summary:

Operate, maintain, and test the Training Simulator in accordance with ANSI 3.5, Nuclear Power Plant Simulators for Use in Operator Training and Examination. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the coordination of maintenance, simulator software models, and testing to improve performance and resolve differences between the reference plant and the simulator (software specialist).
• Maintain real-time software models of nuclear power plant electrical, reactor and secondary control, thermal heat balance, and fluid process systems, using custom software packages.
• Monitor and track simulator deficiencies.
• Identify and resolve simulator problems; troubleshoot simulator software and hardware problems; identify causes; acquire spare parts and supplies; perform work; test repairs to ensure success.
• Produce simulator performance metrics for management oversight.
• Develop work packages and work plans to resolve simulator deficiencies.
• Develop test plans and supporting documentation to ensure simulator performance adheres to industry standards and federal guidelines.
• Interface with simulator instructional staff to ensure fidelity and performance are maintained.
• Support station business initiatives, refueling outages, Emergency Planning (EP) duties, and other projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in computer science, physics, information technology, engineering, applied science or related technical degree. Without a degree, a successful candidate must have nine or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of advanced technical education and experience which includes power plant operations, electrical, programming, electronics, simulation modeling, and/or digital controls. 
• Four or more years of experience as a nuclear simulator software specialist or six years in a technical nuclear field: Instrument and Control (I&C) technician and Operations.
• Training or experience in thermal power plant basics and nuclear power plant systems operations. 
• Previous or current SRO license or SRO Certification (preferred) with nuclear power plant simulator industry experience.  
• Ability to operate, maintain, upgrade, and test a full scope reference plant nuclear simulator.  
• Ability, as necessary, to work off-normal hours to meet simulator maintenance and testing requirements in support of training schedule.
• Ability to work independently to identify/troubleshoot/resolve simulator software issues, including the development and implementation of testing schedules, program diagnostic activities, and apply software patches. 
• Good interpersonal skills, effective writing and verbal communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to instruct.
• Proficiency in FORTRAN computer programming language and a working knowledge of the Windows operating system desired. 
• Additional proficiency in C++, Visual Basic, JavaScript, and Microsoft Office applications and experience with software programming is a plus. 

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We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance 

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec—a generation ahead by design™.