Civil/ Structural Engineer (Nuclear)

ALTEN Canada; Pickering; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks vacation

Group insurance

Retirement savings plan

Corporate discounts

Job summary

ALTEN Canada is seeking an experienced professional to support nuclear concrete construction for the SMR project in Ontario. The role focuses on concrete mix designs, QA to ACI/CSA standards, and coordination with stakeholders to ensure design basis documentation and ITPs are robust.

The candidate should have extensive concrete construction experience, knowledge of CSA/ACI codes, and be eligible for export-control clearance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in concrete construction, testing, and material testing.
• Strong knowledge of ACI 318, ACI 349, and CSA standards (A23.1, A23.2, N291, N287).
• Nuclear construction industry experience, eligible for export control clearance.
• Ability to review and approve concrete-related engineering and construction documents.
• Experience with FMEA, containment pressure testing, aging management (nice-to-have).
• Knowledge of ASME Section III Div. 1/2 and XI Division 1 (nice-to-have).
• Containment liner design/evaluation experience (nice-to-have).
• Knowledge of concrete NDT and repair techniques (nice-to-have).

Responsibilities

• Support nuclear construction for the SMR project, focusing on concrete mix designs and QA against codes/standards.
• Review and approve concrete mix designs, batch plant/constructors’ submittals, material/specifications.
• Prepare and review ITPs, Concrete Construction Plans, Thermal Control Plans, and technical procedures.
• Coordinate with stakeholders; respond to RFIs, FDCRs, and non-conformance reports.
• Support concrete construction activities and maintain design basis documents.

Skills

Concrete construction

Code compliance

Nuclear construction experience

Export control clearance

Document review & approval

Job description

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Job Description

• Supporting nuclear construction for the SMR project, focusing on concrete mix designs, compliance with codes/standards (ACI 318, ACI 349, CSA A23 series, CSA N291, CSA N287), and quality assurance for nuclear-related structures
• Reviewing and approving concrete mix designs, batch plant/constructor submittals, material/installation specifications
• Preparing and reviewing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Concrete Construction Plans, Thermal Control Plans, and technical procedures
• Coordinating with stakeholders, responding to RFIs, FDCRs, and non-conformance reports
• Supporting concrete construction activities and maintaining design basis documents

Requirement

Must-haves:

• Extensive experience in concrete construction, testing, and material testing
• Strong knowledge of ACI 318, ACI 349, and Canadian CSA standards (A23.1, A23.2, N291, N287)
• Nuclear construction industry experience, eligible for export control clearance
• Ability to review and approve concrete-related engineering and construction documents

Nice to have:

• Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), containment pressure testing, and aging management
• Knowledge of ASME Section III Division 2, ASME Section III Division 1, and ASME Section XI Division 1
• Hands-on experience with containment liner design and evaluation
• Knowledge of concrete Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and repair techniques

Why Join Us

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career develop

ment. As part of our dedication to employee well-being, we provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes

• Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from year one
• Corporate discounts and team-building activities

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Alten uses artificial intelligence tools to support certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as interview note-taking and résumé formatting. These tools do not make hiring decisions. Candidate consent is always obtained prior to use.

In accordance with our compensation practices, ALTEN is providing the salary range associated with this opportunity. Final compensation will be determined after considering several factors, including professional experience, skill set, educational background, certifications, and geographic market conditions. The current target salary range for this role is $100,000 - $135,000 per year.