Chief Nuclear Engineer

Chief Nuclear Engineer(CNE)

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.

Candu Energy Inc. 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 and to apply our extensive knowledge to support the emerging area of new CANDU reactor builds and new SMR reactor builds.  Our expertise includes: Nuclear Steam Plant (NSP) engineering, Balance of Plant (BOP) engineering, Plant Life Management and Extension, Retube Tooling Systems, Inspection and Maintenance Services, Steam Generator Replacement, Plant Equipment Refurbishment and Retrofits.

The Chief Nuclear Engineer will report to the Chief Nuclear Officer. The CNE holds the Certification of Authorization from PEO Ontario and is ultimately the final technical authority for all engineering work performed at Candu.

 This role will be based in Mississauga, ON.

Your role within the team:

Project Objectives and KPI:

• Tracks, analyzes and develops/executes plans to improve project targeted Key Performance Indicators and objectives

Staff Performance and Performance Reviews:

• Provides feedback to the Functional Managers and Functional Directors on the performance of staff .
• In cooperation with Technical Managers and Functional Managers, develops and implements successful corrective measures to improve the performance of individuals.
• Responsible for project-related human resource issues and effectively manages and resolves work performance problems as they relate to the project

Project Execution:

• Responsible for developing and implementing an approved Engineering Plan for the project, or phase of the project;
• Responsible for the overall project design change control, ensuring  the design is defined, controlled and verified, and that all design inputs and interfaces are complete, substantiated and verified and its configuration management;
• Responsible for technical integration and interface control both within the projects across the various disciplines involved, and with the client.
• Responsible for the selection and review for suitability of application of design methods, materials, parts, equipment, and processes that are essential to the safety-related functions of structures, systems and components
• Ensures qualified and appropriate staff are working on the project and are assigned work within their experience and skills,
• Provides guidance, technical insights, supervision and feedback to the Technical Managers that are part of their team.
• Executes the Design Authority function as required and delegates for the project scope by the Candu  Design Authority;
• Provides oversight of all DA delegations
• Responsible for technical deliverables budget, schedule and quality;
• Ensures that the final deliverables meets customer requirements specified in the contract and overall alignment with nuclear code and standard
• Reviews and approve key technical documentation for the project, or phase of the project;
• Monitors the technical quality of engineering deliverables for the project, or phase of the project.
• Responsible for identifying and proposing improvements in the areas of project – both proactively and in response to customer requirements.
• Ensures security access requirements including need to know are implemented on a project.
• Interfaces with the Procurement Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Construction Manager and Site Engineering Manager for all site engineering matters in project, or phase of the project, as applicable;
• Liaises with the Project Director and senior executives regarding the technical quality of subcontracted engineering services;
• Liaises with external client engineering organization at the request of the Project Director regarding the technical matters
• Communicates engineering issues and status to Senior Management
• Supports Interface with Regulatory groups
• Ensures Technical Integration between all project Stakeholders

The ideal candidate:

• University degree in an applicable field of engineering or science.
• At least 15 years of applicable engineering experience including applicable experience prior to engineering management roles;
• At least  6 years of experience in engineering management, of which at least 3 years must have been in a Technical Manager and/or Functional Director role;
• Demonstrated skills in the management of several complex technical projects, leadership, and project management of a highly technical group.
• Sound knowledge of multiple engineering fields and of nuclear technologies;
• Strong leadership and coaching skills in the development of team members and support staff;
• Strong communication (both verbal and written),  and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent client focus and conflict resolution skills;
• Demonstrated business acumen – the ability to think, plan and negotiate strategically with a strong commercial orientation and good understanding of financial measurements.

Additional, preferred qualifications (mandatory for some projects):

• Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario and member in good standing or eligible to obtain such registration within 6 months of hiring;
• At least 10 years applicable experience working on CANDU and/or LWR technologies
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Level 2 security clearance.
• Experience in executing projects that are subject to import/export controls.
• Experience in managing sub consultants and work sharing with other offices within the firm;
• Working knowledge of construction methods, building systems and terminology;
• Willing to travel to and potentially work at Project sites to meet corporate needs

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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