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Mechanical Design Engineer- Nuclear

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Your role

  • Perform conceptual, preliminary and detailed mechanical design engineering work for reactor components to applicable codes, standards and procedures meeting quality, budget, and schedule expectations.
  • Conduct and/or lead conceptual, preliminary and detailed phases of the engineering work for reactor components.
  • Prepare and review technical documents, such as: technical calculations, engineering drawings and bill of materials, design specifications, design requirements, design manuals, technical specifications (for procurement, fabrication, and site installation), code classifications, commissioning specifications, etc.).
  • Support the technical leads and management in the development, planning, and scheduling the work.
  • Support new proposals, procurement engineering, manufacturing, qualification, and installation of the items and components designed.
  • Define own work scope, prepare responses to technical questions, communicate to client as needed, monitor and report progress on own work.
  • Prepare and review TSSA registration packages for pressure boundary designs and modifications.
  • Interface with the regulatory bodies, such as: TSSA and CNSC, as required.
  • Perform design review and design verification for the design and engineering work done by others.
  • Provide prompt response and engineering resolutions on any critical engineering related matters.
Nuclear Engineering

Location

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-159594

Salary range

-

About you

This is a mechanical engineering position, in the area of CANDU nuclear reactor and major components design. The requirements for this position are:

  • A bachelor'S or master's degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent) from a university of recognized standing.
  • Licensed or eligible to be licensed as Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.
  • Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
  • Experienced in the application of GD&T.
  • Experience in classical stress calculation.
  • Familiarity or working knowledge of nuclear ASME Code and CSA Standards is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of design process required, as well as basic knowledge of scheduling to aid project schedules.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Mathcad, or similar programs to perform calculations.
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

AtkinsRéalis 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.

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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