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Senior PSA (Probabilistic Safety) Analyst

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.

The department of Probabilistic Safety Analysis at AtkinsRéalis (Candu Energy) is engaged in probabilistic safety analysis (PSA) in support of existing and new CANDU Nuclear Power Plants both domestic and international.

AtkinsRéalis is looking to hire a Senior Probabilistic Safety AnalysisAnalyst. The incumbent will work with other junior and senior staff to develop and apply advanced analysis methodologies to perform PSAs and other PSA related safety analyses for existing, refurbishment and new build. These include issues related to hazard identification, Level 1 PSA, Level 2 PSA, Level 3 PSA, seismic, flood and or fire safety assessments, failure mode and effect analyses, internal and external events. The incumbent are also expected to be able to develop training material in PSA and review PSA documents, have strong analytical and technical skills in PSA, and be ready to take on various technical tasks within a short period of time.

Your role

  • Responsible for probabilistic safety assessments of plant systems especially in the area of internal events, shutdown, internal fire, internal flood and seismic events as well as other external hazards
  • Responsible for conducting reliability systems assessments (process and safety), especially safety systems e.g. emergency core cooling, containment,) balance of plant, and plant operation and safety related systems.
  • Interfacing with clients/projects to assess operational and safety issues and advising on potential solutions.
  • Preparing and/or reviewing work proposals for internal and external clients.
  • Developing risk monitor and generation risk assessments.
  • Knowledge of PSA methodologies, codes and standards (e.g. Canadian, US, IAEA).
  • Developing, plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the analysis work for a project of large scope.
  • Proposing/developing approaches to be used on safety analysis tasks.
  • Supervise the work of staff in a multi-discipline setting, provide technical guidance and leadership to junior engineers and technical employees ensuring work is performed consistent with project requirements
  • Provide positive reinforcement and act proactively to encourage positive relationships and teamwork.
Nuclear Engineering

Location

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-165725

Salary range

-

About you

  • A relevant Engineering degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Excellent knowledge of the CANDU design, including both NSP (especially safety systems) and BOP
  • Broad knowledge of system operation, plant response and understanding of underlying reliability principles.
  • Able to work closely and effectively with the clients in a client/consultant relationship.
  • Proficient in CAFTA suite of computer codes, CFAST and/or RiskSpectrum an asset.
  • Proven leadership skills, as technical guidance to assist and supervise analysts with good communication skills.
  • Experience in licensing activities would also be an asset.
  • Understanding of light water reactor design and PSAs an asset.
  • Ability to work to budget and schedule. Must be willing to travel occasionally to participate in walkdowns, meetings and workshops.
  • Eligible for nuclear energy worker (NEW).
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.

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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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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.

Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.

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