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Embedded System Designer (Engineer I) Job In NORTH AMERICA-United States-Virginia-Lynchburg - MRR

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Category:  Engineering
Job Ref:  ENG03181
Job Type:  Permanent
City:  NORTH AMERICA-United States-Virginia-Lynchburg - MRR
Job Description
LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY?
ENJOY A NEW EXCITING CAREER IN A GROWING INDUSTRY!
AREVA is seeking an Embedded System Designer. This qualified individual will support the design, test, and field implementation of electrical control systems used by Steam Generator Services and Non Destructive Examination (NDE) services group. Responsibilities include:
  • Evaluate present electrical control system designs and design upgrades and improvements.
  • Generate new electrical control system designs that include:
    • New Circuit design
    • System packaging and wiring
    • Xilinx code development
    • Embedded processor hardware design
    • Motor and position control design
  • Test of both old and new control designs.
  • Documentation of old and new designs including Technical Requirements Documents, test procedures and operating manuals and procedures.
  • Field support of new system designs.
  • Software development using C, and C in the Windows PC and Linux operating system.
Our engineering group designs very specific tooling, electrical controls, and software to be used in the NDE inspection of nuclear power plant components. The designs typically include:
  • Remote robotic manipulators, up to 6 degrees of motion to go into high radiation environments.
  • Remote NDE processes.
  • Remotely controlled audio and video communication, tracking and measurement systems.
  • Process data bases and online status reporting.
  • Process control using 3-D CAD graphics packages.
  • Printed circuit board design incorporating Xilinx FPGA.
  • Closed loop position controls using servo amps and position feedback.
  • Software design and position control using kinematics and reverse kinematics.
Company Description
AREVA is dedicated to the design and construction of nuclear power plants and research reactors, instrumentation and control, modernization and maintenance services, components manufacture and the supply of nuclear fuel.
Our Engineering group does one of a kind development of products using Mechanical, Electrical, Software and Computer design skills. The group develops mechanical systems, control systems, and software in support of many different NDE products used in the inspection of nuclear power plants. This group provides an excellent opportunity to program, design, build, and test products for field use. This is very much a hand's on working Engineering environment.
The kind of person that will enjoy this type of work environment is one that likes to take a project from a conceptual design idea through fabrication then take the final system to the field for real world hands on use.
With manufacturing facilities in 43 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO2-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. We are the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field.

Our 71,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy.

AREVA's businesses help meet the 21st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.
AREVA supports a safety conscious work environment and nuclear safety culture by aggressively promoting the identification and correction of safety issues and fostering a conservative decision making environment that drives nuclear safety.
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.
  • BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • Must be conscientious, a team worker and leader.
  • Ability to independently lead projects and tasks from the beginning all the way through to the field implementation.
  • Ability to write procedures and operating instructions.
  • Experience with Xilinx code development, CAD electrical package design.
  • Ability to program in C or C in the windows operating system.
  • Ability to write structured software code that is well commented and clear.
The following requirements are desired and will be used to differentiate all candidates who apply for this position.
  • Ability to program in the Linux operating system.
  • Robotic kinematics design experience.
  • Real-time controls programming experience.
  • Embedded processor hardware design.
  • Board level electrical design.
  • VHDL Design.
  • Ability to model in MATLAB.
Travel
Travel is required to support equipment in the field that was designed / programmed by the candidate. Typical travel is 2 to 3 week each spring and each fall at Nuclear power plants which is planned in advance. Some short term (less than one week) sporadic travel required for fixing equipment in the field on an emergency basis.
We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.
Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!

Post Date:  09/01/2010
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