Associate Engineer/Scientist/Technical Officer – Site Characterization

Northwest Employment Works; Ignace Township; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health care benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

A public organization for nuclear waste management is seeking an Associate Engineer/Scientist/Technical Officer for their Ignace office. This role involves executing and managing site characterization projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with contractors. Candidates should have a 4-year degree in geology or engineering, over 4 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The position operates under a hybrid work model with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Over 4 years of relevant experience in geoscience or environmental fieldwork.
• Experience in reviewing technical data and preparing reports.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform site characterization work for environmental and geoscience programs.
• Monitor external contractors and ensure quality control.
• Produce technical reports and communicate project status.

Skills

Geoscience

Environmental fieldwork

Communication skills

Project management

Education

4-year university degree in geology or engineering

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 and the Township of Ignace as the hosts for the site for a deep geological repository for used nuclear fuel.

This decision means our office and staff will, in the future, relocate to Ignace, Ont., and the deep geological repository will be situated in the area of Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace. Infrastructure planning and development are underway to support this transition and ensure that both the community and our employees are well served and supported, now and in the future.

Associate Engineer/Scientist/Technical Officer – Site Characterization

One (1) Position Available – FTE

Position Location: Ignace Office

Job Summary

This is a key role for the successful execution and management of Site Characterization fieldwork projects, to ensure work is completed on schedule and budget, and meeting regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Site Manager, the incumbent will provide field support and support both internal‑led and contractor‑led data acquisition and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical work related to site characterization for environmental and geoscience programs.
• Review technical data for completeness and accuracy, following established quality control processes.
• Interface with external contractors to monitor performance against well‑defined work plans and schedules.
• Produce reports or other documents and/or presentation as required related to data acquisition activities.
• Provide guidance and advice to ongoing fieldwork programs, including site visits, work oversight, technical review of work plans and review of ongoing progress.
• Communicate status, risks, challenges and progress of assigned tasks to the Site Characterization project team.
• Participate in NWMO public engagement activities.
• Ensure all work activities and programs reflect an awareness of and compliance with applicable regulations and with the divisional and customer safety program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A 4‑year university degree majoring in geology, engineering geology, environmental engineering or equivalent degrees.
• Over 4 years of relevant experience.
• A strong background in geoscience and/or environmental fieldwork.
• A demonstrated familiarity with field and laboratory methodologies associated with site characterization activities.
• Experience in reviewing technical data, reviewing and writing technical reports, and other presentations of a technical nature.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi‑disciplinary team and interact with external contractors.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in project management and the ability to facilitate work projects and liaise between a variety of technical and non‑technical colleagues.
• Knowledge of other geoscientific disciplines such as hydraulic testing, geological and geotechnical logging is considered an asset.

Other Information

This is a Progression‑In‑Place role. Applicants with less or more experience or qualifications may be considered for a position at a lower or higher level commensurate with their experience.

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

NWMO currently operates in a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office (Tuesdays being universal) and 2 days working from home.

We offer a competitive base salary, health care benefits and a defined benefit pension plan.

The NWMO is committed to contributing to Reconciliation in all its work by co‑creating a shared future built on rights, equity and well‑being. As an employment equity employer, NWMO actively seeks Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, and additional diverse identities for its workforce. The NWMO will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact us.