Decommissioning Engineer/Specialist

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Decommissioning Engineer to join their dedicated team focused on the lifecycle of the Douglas Point Waste Facility decommissioning. This role involves providing technical support, overseeing contractors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, particularly within the nuclear sector, and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to advancing clean energy solutions and environmental protection while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Benefits Effective Day One

Tuition Support

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the nuclear industry, focusing on waste management and decommissioning.
• Strong technical writing and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for decommissioning projects at Douglas Point.
• Oversee contractor activities and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Prepare and review technical documents and project schedules.

Skills

Engineering Codes and Standards

Radiation Protection Principles

Technical Writing

Interpersonal Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Membership in Professional Engineering Organization

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Design Software

Word Processing Software

Job description

Would you like to make a difference in the Environment? We are looking for a Decommissioning Engineer to be part of the Douglas Point Decommissioning Projects team throughout the lifecycle of Douglas Point Waste Facility decommissioning. The Decommissioning Engineer will support Project Leaders in the execution of projects at Douglas Point including scopes of work preparation, review of drawings, review of work control packages, providing oversight of staff and contractors executing decommissioning work, and providing technical expertise during implementation of field work activities at the site.

What you will be doing!

• Providing technical support during the design, work package preparation, and decommissioning field work required to decommission the Douglas Point Waste Facility.
• Performing timely reviews of submitted drawings and documentation during all phases of the project.
• Performing engineering surveillance of contractor activities, both at Douglas Point and contractor facilities.
• Providing CNL and HQ sponsoring of contractor personnel accessing the site.
• Performing oversight of contractors and ensuring the safe execution of field work activities.
• Responding to queries relating to logistics, CNL compliance programs, and CNL procedures.
• Providing technical assistance to the Project Manager and other project team members.
• Preparing, reviewing, and issuing, as appropriate, technical notes, reports, memos, plans, or other documents.
• Assisting in developing project schedules, budgets, and work packages.
• Interfacing with stakeholders and participants to ensure technical work is coordinated to meet requirements.
• Ensuring deliverables meet requirements and are completed on time and within budget.
• Travelling, as required, to external supplier facilities for meetings, surveillance, or other activities.
• Being available for work during off hours, as required, to meet project requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • A Bachelors (Honours) Degree in Engineering from a university of recognized standing.
  • A membership in an engineering professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization is considered an asset.
• Experience
  • Five (5) or more years’ experience within the nuclear industry, ideally in work associated with the waste management, decommissioning, and/or processing systems.
  • Experience in dealing with engineering and construction contractors.
• Knowledge and Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of engineering codes and standards used in design and construction.
  • Strong knowledge of radiation protection principles and practices is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of CNL’s Compliance programs, Engineering Change Control process, Project Management process, Quality Assurance process, and Work Control processes.
  • The ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team including contractors and stakeholders.
  • Good interpersonal and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, with conflicting priorities and regulatory requirements.
  • The ability to gather, analyze, and assemble a variety of technical information.
  • Strong technical writing skills with good record-keeping and organizational skills, able to manage multiple activities and responsibilities.
  • Excellent computer literacy including spreadsheets, databases, design software, and word processing software.
  • The ability and willingness to work independently as required, taking responsibility for selected aspects of the project.
  • Highly disciplined, punctual, honest, and exhibit a good work ethic.
  • Willing to travel and work overtime when required to provide technical support.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation. We offer a complete total rewards package:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support;
• A pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location : CNL’s Douglas Point Prototype Reactor (which has now entered the dismantling phase of decommissioning ETA 2070) is located on the Bruce Power site in Bruce County on the east shore of Lake Huron in the Province of Ontario, near the municipality of Kincardine, 2.5 hours north and west of Toronto. The area has thriving lakeside downtown shops and dining options, renowned festivals and events, recreational programming, and an agricultural community, and you'll understand how enticing it is to be a part of this wonderful community.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Read here for more on our DE&I Commitment. CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

CNL recognizes and acknowledges that the Douglas Point site is located within the Traditional Territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON), and the harvesting areas of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) and the Historic Saugeen Métis (HSM).

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