Engineering Manager – Piping and Feeder Function

AtkinsRéalis; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Mississauga, Ontario, is seeking an Engineering Manager – Piping and Feeder Function to lead a highly skilled engineering team on nuclear power plant projects.

You will provide technical and functional leadership, manage resources, ensure quality and schedule adherence, and collaborate with clients to deliver innovative piping solutions within a dynamic matrix structure. The role includes travel to project sites and mentorship to develop staff.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of nuclear project licensing experience and team leadership.
• Experience with CSA N285, ASME III, B31.1 and related standards.
• Design engineering for nuclear piping systems, valves and pumps.
• Feeder and piping design, stress analysis and FEA methods.
• Knowledge of GD&T interpretation and mechanical design tools.

Responsibilities

• Approve technical documents and deliverables from staff.
• Plan and execute work to meet quality, cost and schedule.
• Remove barriers to meet project requirements and priorities.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and management.
• Forecast resource demands and interface with clients.
• Oversee 10–15 engineering staff with coaching and performance management.
• Collaborate with marketing and corporate groups to strengthen client relationships.
• Initiate organizational initiatives to improve efficiency and engagement.
• Source resources by evaluating demands.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Planning

Budgeting

Team management

Willing to travel

Education

Engineering degree

Professional Engineer Ontario

Tools

ANSYS

Mathcad

LS-DYNA

GT-STRUDEL

ABAQUS

SolidWorks

3D SMART PLANT

Job description

Overview

Join AtkinsRéalis as an Engineering Manager – Piping and Feeder Function within our Engineering Excellence team. In this leadership role, you will provide technical and functional management for nuclear power plant projects, guiding a highly skilled team while delivering innovative engineering solutions that support the future of nuclear energy. You will play a key role in project execution, resource planning, technical excellence, and team development within a dynamic matrix organization.

Your role

Provide Technical Management and Leadership to a Highly Technical Group in Feeders, Piping and Supports Design and Analysis to accomplish the assigned project goals.

• Approving technical documents and deliverables prepared by staff working under them.
• Planning and executing work consistent with quality, cost and schedule requirements.
• Removing barriers that would impact deliverables to meet project requirements and priorities, working with the assigned staff to find solutions and optimizations.
• Providing technical advice to staff and, as appropriate, subject‑matter expertise to staff and management.
• Participating in the preparation of commercial proposals and approving the technical content of proposals under their direction related to the new‑build project.
• Forecasting resource demands for the assigned work scope, including skills, capabilities, and durations; interfacing with clients and successfully delivering engineering products in accordance with customer specifications and requirements.
• Overseeing the work of 10 to 15 engineering staff. Supervisory responsibilities include:
  • Fostering a positive team environment where good performance is recognized and celebrated.
  • Coaching for improved performance.
  • Performing administrative tasks, e.g., timesheet approvals, vacation approvals.
  • Goal setting, performance feedback and performance enhancement.
  • Training and qualifications planning and management.
  • Forecasting resource needs and hiring for the function within Engineering Excellence.
• Working with marketing and other corporate groups to maintain and improve client relationships and offerings.
• Initiating and executing organizational initiatives to improve efficiency, employee engagement and to foster a collaborative environment.
• Initiating and sourcing appropriate resources through evaluation of resource demands.

About You

• 10+ years of licensing experience in a nuclear project environment, including experience leading engineering teams. Knowledgeable of CANDU Feeder and Piping systems in design registration phases to degradation mechanisms for fitness‑for‑service‑related areas.
• Experience managing and/or performing work under nuclear codes and standards such as CSA N285, ASME Section III, ASME B31.1, and any other applicable standards or regulatory guides related to permanent plant components, pressure‑boundary equipment, and/or reactor systems.
• Design engineering experience in nuclear class 1, 2, 3 and 6 piping systems, valves, pumps and for nuclear power plants.
• Experience in feeder and piping systems design, layout, stress analysis and FEA methods.
• Experienced in the interpretation of GD&T.
• Knowledge of analytical tools used for mechanical design (e.g., ANSYS, Mathcad, LS‑DYNA, GT‑STRUDEL, ABAQUS, Solid Works, 3D SMART PLANT or similar).
• Ability to work to budget and schedule; must be willing to travel occasionally.
• Proven leadership skills, as technical guidance to assist and supervise analysts with strong communication skills.
• Eligible for Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Additional preferred qualifications:
  • Engineering degree in a related engineering discipline.
  • Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario, qualified to seal engineering documents.
  • Experience managing and/or performing multidisciplinary work with significant interfacing requirements with licensing, safety analysis, mechanical, process control and civil engineering.
  • Experience working in a nuclear facility licensed in Canada, or CANDU reactors highly preferable.
  • Willingness to travel to and potentially work at project sites to meet project needs (note: the home location is at the Mississauga head office in Ontario).

Rewards & Benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Additional Information

Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.