Civil Design Technician

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Pinawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition support

Defined-benefit pension plan or defined-contribution plan

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is hiring a Civil Design Technician for their multi-disciplinary branch at the Whiteshell site in Pinawa, Manitoba. The role involves leading design initiatives, preparing engineering drawings, and supporting project management for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities.

The ideal candidate will possess over six years of relevant experience and hold a diploma from a recognized institute. The position offers a rewarding work environment with benefits effective from day one.

Qualifications

• More than six years of relevant technological experience.
• Produce neat, legible, and accurate drawings.
• Security clearance eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design initiatives by managing projects and overseeing execution.
• Provide updates and status reports to management.
• Prepare engineering drawings and related documents.

Skills

Design drafting techniques

Written and oral communication

Initiative and teamwork

Education

Graduate from a recognized institute of advanced technology

Secondary School diploma and more than 10 years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil3D

Job description

The Civil Design Technician will work in a multi-disciplinary branch providing integrated project management, engineering, design and construction services for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities at the Whiteshell (WL) site. Under general direction from the Branch Manager, the employee will contribute to the development of conceptual, preliminary and detailed designs of civil, building services, outdoor services, architectural, structural and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design initiatives by managing assigned projects and overseeing all aspects of job execution.
• Provide assistance in resolving identified issues to prevent or mitigate loss of schedule and budget.
• Provide job updates and status reports to management.
• Guide the work of several technologists, coordinating schedules and assigning tasks to reach an overall objective within cost, quality and time requirements.
• Provide mentorship and technical oversight to junior technologists.
• Check the work of junior staff and provide guidance.
• Prepare engineering drawings and related documents for civil, building services, outdoor services, architectural, structural and HVAC design.
• Prepare and revise CADD drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, Civil3D, and hand drawings.
• Conduct walk‑downs to support, troubleshoot, and make revisions to civil, building services, outdoor services, architectural, structural, and HVAC systems.
• Update the Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) or the Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS) documentation for equipment on Instrument, Valve or Equipment lists.
• Identify and request additional resources required to complete assigned work on schedule.
• Provide support in the preparation of as‑built drawings with a personal commitment to safety and a questioning attitude.
• Show attention to detail and accuracy, along with being a self‑motivated individual.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Graduate from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education and have more than six (6) years of relevant technological experience.
  • Secondary School graduation diploma or equivalent and have more than 10 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.
• Experience
  • Experience and knowledge of design drafting techniques and practices.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Produce neat, legible, and accurate drawings in a reasonable time.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in both written and oral communication.
  • Follow and implement complex procedures.
  • Demonstrate initiative, motivation, and people skills enabling work with peers, internal and external customers in a team environment.
  • Work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and interact with staff at various levels of the organization.
  • Interpret marked‑up drawings.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3–5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.

Working Conditions

• Working schedule: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• This position is part of the Whiteshell Technical Employees Group and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the WTEG Collective Agreement.

Benefits

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days.
• Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period.
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing.
• A defined‑benefit pension plan or a defined‑contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security.

Location

Onsite at the Whiteshell site, Manitoba, near Pinawa. The area offers a peaceful, close‑knit community atmosphere ideal for those who enjoy nature, recreation, and a balanced lifestyle.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via [e-mail]. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

Indigenous Statement

Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home. CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area and remain committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.