Assistant Financial Controller

Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO); Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for passionate Engineers and Engineers-in-Training to join their innovative team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the implementation of a deep geological repository for Canada's used nuclear fuel. With a focus on Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Piping Design, and Nuclear Systems Engineering, you will provide essential technical guidance while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. As part of a progression-in-place program, you will have the chance to advance to senior roles based on your experience and qualifications. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the nuclear sector!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and guidance within your discipline.
• Assist in defining and monitoring projects and contracts.
• Engage in public engagement activities and represent NWMO.

Skills

Instrumentation and Control

Mechanical Piping Design

Fire Protection Engineering

Nuclear Systems Engineering

Analytical Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

4-year university degree in engineering

Job description

Assistant Engineer/Scientist/Technical Officer – Engineering

Fulltime – Two (2) Positions Available

Posting Close Date: February 26, 2025

Job Summary:

The NWMO is seeking Engineers and Engineers-in-Training with experience in Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Piping Design, Fire Protection Engineering, Nuclear Systems Engineering, or Nuclear Operations to join our team of professionals.

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Programs, the successful candidate will provide technical guidance and support in their designated discipline to aid in 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, interfacing with a multidisciplinary team across industrial, nuclear, and mining sectors, as well as safety assessment, geoscience, environmental, and regulatory affairs.

This position is part of a progression-in-place program, with opportunities to advance to senior roles upon meeting experience and qualification requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical advice, analysis, and guidance within your discipline.
2. Assist in defining, evaluating, and monitoring projects, contracts, and work plans.
3. Participate in technical meetings with cross-functional teams.
4. Support other aspects of the engineering program beyond your discipline.
5. Represent NWMO in technical groups, public forums, and with external organizations as needed.
6. Contribute to the development and review of technical reports, papers, presentations, and design documents.
7. Stay updated on developments in your technical field through publications, conferences, and presentations.
8. Engage in NWMO's public engagement activities.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 4-year university degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Over 2 years of experience in Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Piping Design, Fire Protection Engineering, Nuclear Systems Engineering, or Nuclear Operations.
• Ability to apply technical knowledge effectively and solve problems analytically.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Willingness to support public engagement activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team collaboration and interaction with contractors.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, regulations, and industry standards.
• Initiative, problem-solving skills, and analytical thinking.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and meet security clearance requirements. Current employees may continue working from their existing arrangements until their role requires on-site presence.

The NWMO is committed to reconciliation and diversity, actively seeking Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, and other diverse groups. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.