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Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Port Elgin, Ontario, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is looking to hire an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, for the Port Elgin location. This position is suited to a self-motivated engineering professional who can work independently with appropriate guidance and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment. The successful candidate will provide engineering services for nuclear power plant projects within a matrix organization.

Your role

  • Develop practical engineering solutions for modifications to nuclear and conventional systems, structures and components.
  • Prepare and review engineering deliverables, including calculations, assessments, technical specifications, drawings, bills of material, test or commissioning procedures, equipment data sheets and design reports.
  • Perform conceptual and detailed design activities, including equipment sizing and selection, system layout, design evaluation and resolution of technical issues.
  • Prepare and review procurement-related documents, including engineering quotation requests, technical bid evaluations and vendor documentation.
  • Support engineering change control activities and prepare design change packages in accordance with applicable client processes and procedures.
  • Coordinate defined work scopes of moderate technical and commercial complexity; monitor progress and communicate status, risks and issues to project and engineering management.
  • Support manufacturing, assembly, installation, testing and commissioning activities, and evaluate the completeness and status of delivered equipment.
  • Conduct technical meetings, site walkdowns and visits to client or supplier facilities, as required.
  • Interface with clients, suppliers, drafting personnel and other engineering disciplines to obtain information, resolve issues and maintain design integration.
  • Ensure work complies with applicable codes, standards, regulatory requirements, quality programs, project requirements and schedules.
  • Contribute to proposals, cost estimates and other project development activities.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members, as appropriate.
Nuclear Engineering

Location

Port Elgin, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-167200

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in mechanical, chemical, nuclear engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario, or eligibility to obtain registration, is preferred where required by the role.
  • A minimum of four years of relevant experience in mechanical, process, equipment or systems design within an industrial environment; nuclear industry experience is preferred.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing engineering deliverables such as calculations, assessments, specifications, drawings, bills of material, test procedures or design reports.
  • Experience supporting procurement, vendor coordination, manufacturing, installation, testing or commissioning activities.
  • Understanding of engineering fundamentals, including process systems, equipment design, materials selection, mechanics of materials and component sizing or selection.
  • Knowledge of applicable engineering codes, standards, regulatory requirements and quality assurance practices.
  • Ability to manage priorities, deliver results and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Willingness to travel to and work at client, project or supplier sites, as required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bruce Power Qualifications such: OE, ADE, IEE and Maximo are considered an asset.
  • Completion of key Nuclear Power School courses and exposure to system level Bruce Power training is considered an asset.
  • Experience with pressure-boundary design, system code classification, licensing, design registration or interfaces with regulatory authorities.
  • Experience with client engineering change control processes, procedures and related asset-management systems.
  • Experience with analytical or engineering software tools.
  • Experience working under nuclear power plant procedures, practices, security requirements or site qualifications.
  • Working knowledge of applicable nuclear and pressure-boundary codes and standards, such as CSA N285, CSA B51, ASME Section III, ASME Section VIII and ASME B31.1.
  • Knowledge of CANDU nuclear power plant systems, equipment and components.
  • Adaptability and effectiveness in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
  • Strong presentation, leadership and customer-focused communication skills.
  • Valid Bruce Power Security Clearance is an asset.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We'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.

Find out more.

Additional information

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By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

Appropriate 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).

Successful 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.

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