Assistant Engineer / Scientist / Technical Officer

Nuclear Waste Management Organization; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization is looking for an Assistant Engineer/Scientist/Technical Officer to join their team in Toronto. This role involves providing technical guidance for projects related to the implementation of a deep geological repository for used nuclear fuel. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in specialized fields such as Instrumentation and Control or Nuclear Operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Over 2 years’ experience in relevant engineering areas.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice, analysis, and input within your discipline.
• Assist in defining, evaluating, and monitoring projects.
• Participate in technical meetings and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Instrumentation and Control

Mechanical Piping Design

Fire Protection Engineering

Nuclear Systems Engineering

Nuclear Operations

Education

4-year university degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Founded in 2002, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is a not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada’s intermediate- and high-level radioactive waste, in a manner that protects people and the environment for generations to come.

The NWMO has been guided for more than 20 years by a dedicated team of world-class scientists, engineers and Indigenous Knowledge Holders who are developing innovative and collaborative solutions for nuclear waste management. In 2024, the NWMO selected Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation (WLON)-Ignace area as the site for our Deep Geological Repository for used nuclear fuel.

This decision means our office and staff will, in the future, be relocating to Ignace, ON, and the DGR will be situated in the Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation-Ignace area. Infrastructure planning and development is underway to support this transition and ensure that both the community and our employees are well-served and supported now and in the future.

Assistant Engineer / Scientist / Technical Officer – Engineering

Fulltime – Two (2) Positions available

Position Location : Toronto Head Office – 22 St. Clair Avenue East

Job Summary :

The NWMO is seeking Engineers and Engineers in-training with experience in areas such as Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Piping Design, Fire Protection Engineering, Nuclear Systems Engineering, or Nuclear Operations.

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Programs, the successful candidate will provide technical guidance and support in their technical discipline to support the implementation of a deep geological repository for Canada’s used nuclear fuel and other projects.

The role involves defining, evaluating, and monitoring projects, contracts, and work plans, and interfacing with a multi-disciplinary engineering team including industrial, nuclear, and mining sectors, as well as safety assessment, geoscience, environmental, and regulatory affairs teams.

This position is part of a Progression-in-Place program, with opportunities to advance to senior roles upon meeting experience and achievement criteria.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide technical advice, analysis, and input within your discipline.
• Assist in defining, evaluating, and monitoring projects and work plans.
• Participate in technical meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to technical reports, papers, presentations, and design documents.
• Stay updated on developments in your technical area through publications and conferences.
• Participate in NWMO public engagement activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications :

• 4-year university degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Over 2 years’ experience in areas such as Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Piping Design, Fire Protection Engineering, Nuclear Systems Engineering, or Nuclear Operations.
• Effective application of technical knowledge and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Willingness to support public engagement activities.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, regulations, and standards.
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities.

Must be eligible to work in Canada and meet security clearance requirements.

Residing in the Greater Toronto Area is preferred; office location is 22 St. Clair Avenue East. NWMO operates on a hybrid work model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).

We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, and a pension plan.

The NWMO is committed to reconciliation and employment equity, actively seeking diverse candidates and providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please contact us if accommodations are needed.