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The role focuses on Distributed Digital Control Computers (DCC), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), plant computer systems, safety-critical computer systems, communication networks, cybersecurity, and overall I&C architecture supporting reactor control, process control, monitoring, and nuclear safety functions. The engineer ensures that computer-based systems meet nuclear safety, reliability, cybersecurity, licensing, and operational requirements throughout the design, refurbishment, commissioning, and operating phases of CANDU facilities.\nYour role\nDevelop and maintain computer control system architectures for CANDU nuclear plants.\nDesign and specify Distributed Digital Control Computer (DCC) systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Plant Process Computers (PPC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Supervisory and Monitoring Systems, Data Historians and plant information systems.\nDefine system requirements, functional specifications, and interface requirements.\nPrepare architecture diagrams, system descriptions, and design documentation.\nPerform engineering evaluations for safety-related computer systems.\nDevelop and review Safety Design Requirements, Software Design Requirements, Functional Requirements Specifications, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Hazard Analyses, Reliability Assessments.\nEnsure compliance with nuclear safety principles including Single failure criterion, Independence, Defense-in-depth, Diversity, Redundancy and Fail-safe design.\nDevelop plant wide I&C architecture strategies by designing communication interfaces among Reactor regulating systems, Shutdown systems, Turbine control systems, Process control systems, and Emergency support systems.\nEvaluate Network segmentation, Data flow requirements, Communication protocols, Cybersecurity boundaries.\nSupport modernization and digital upgrades. System Integration between: Control system vendors, Engineering disciplines, Operations personnel, and Licensing organizations.\nReview interface control documents and Resolve hardware and software integration issues.\nSupport Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).\nReview software lifecycle activities and quality assurance.\nParticipate in requirements verification, Software validation, Code reviews, Configuration management, Software change control.\nPerform root cause investigations, recommend corrective actions and plant improvements.\nAbout you\nBachelor's degree in Electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering\nLicensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration.\nExperience with Deterministic safety analysis, Common Cause Failure (CCF) assessments, Diversity assessments, Software hazard analysis, Reliability analysis and Cybersecurity assessments.\nExperience with DCC platforms, DCS platforms, PLC systems, Safety PLCs, Networked control systems, Virtualized control environments, SCADA systems and Real-time operating systems.\nThorough Knowledge of Candu Control Systems.\nCANDU Control Systems: Knowledge of Candu Control Systems for safety and non-safety applications commensurate with the role requirements.\nThorough knowledge of CSA Nuclear standards (such as CSA N286 - Management System Requirements, CSA N290.14 - Qualification of Digital Safety Systems, CSA N290.7 - Cyber Security for Nuclear Facilities, CSA N290.1 - Safety Systems of Nuclear Power Plants, CSA N290.13 - Reliability Programs for Nuclear Power Plants and CSA N285/N299), International standards (IAEA Safety Standards, IEC 61513, IEC 60880, IEC 62138, IEC 61226 and other IEEE nuclear I&C standards) and CNSC REGDOCs.\nThorough understanding of Control system architecture, Redundant network design, Ethernet-based industrial networks. Time synchronization systems, Fiber optic communications, IEC 61850 concepts and Cybersecure architecture.\nArchitecture and Networking: Understanding of Control system architecture, Redundant network design, Ethernet-based industrial networks. Time synchronization systems, Fiber optic communications, IEC 61850 concepts and Cybersecure architecture.\nRewards & benefits\nExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.\nEnjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.\nMake the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.\nAnd take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.\nBe rewarded. Find out more.\nAbout AtkinsRéalis\nWe're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.\nFind out more.\nAdditional information\nAtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as “AtkinsRéalis”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data.\nBy submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.\nAppropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).\nSuccessful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.\nWorker Type\nEmployeeJob Type\nRegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. 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