Nuclear Digital I&C IV&V Engineer

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Nuclear Digital I&C IV&V Engineer

Corvallis, Oregon (Remote)

Are you an expert in Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) with a passion for ensuring the safety and reliability of nuclear digital instrumentation and control (I&C) systems? We are seeking a dedicated Nuclear Digital I&C IV&V Engineer to support critical projects that uphold the highest safety standards in the nuclear industry.

In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in maintaining the IV&V program, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and overseeing vendor work associated with safety-related digital I&C systems. Your responsibilities will include updating and maintaining IV&V plans and procedures, conducting criticality analyses, reviewing vendor artifacts, and participating in risk mitigation activities. Work will be assigned by the Director of IV&V and is anticipated to span a period of 6-12 months, requiring approximately 40 hours of work per week.

This remote position may also involve occasional travel.

• Update and maintain IV&V plans and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop V&V compliance matrices for projects, including those for international clients.
• Perform criticality analyses for all Safety Integrity Level (SIL) level software.
• Review digital I&C system requirement specifications and statements of work to ensure they meet project standards.
• Support IV&V vendor acquisition activities and clearly define vendor scope of work.
• Conduct acceptance reviews of IV&V vendor deliverables and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with IV&V management and project teams on risk mitigation, compliance monitoring, and reporting.
• Interface with development organizations and vendors to resolve IV&V anomaly reports and test incident reports.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overarching goals of the IV&V organization.

• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve issues swiftly, leveraging teamwork and independent judgment where necessary.
• Communication: Exhibit strong oral and written communication skills, ensuring clarity and professionalism in all interactions.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritize effectively and manage timelines to meet project deadlines efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adjust to shifts in work environments, managing competing demands and unexpected challenges smoothly.
• Dependability: Maintain punctuality and responsiveness, soliciting feedback for continuous performance improvement.
• Team Building: Foster collaboration and trust within cross-functional teams, facilitating understanding and agreement.
• Safety Culture: Uphold the company's commitment to safety, modeling behaviors that promote a high standard of safety practices.
• Quality Assurance: Understand and implement relevant regulations and standards to ensure quality in all deliverables.

• Education/Certification: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
• Experience: A minimum of 15 years of experience in safety I&C and IV&V environments, preferably within the power or nuclear industries. Proven track record in significant nuclear digital I&C and V&V projects is highly desirable, along with strong technical writing skills and effective communication abilities.
• Industry Requirements: Candidates must be eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.