Human Factors Engineers | Nuclear

CPUS Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.; Pickering; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A nuclear consultancy firm is seeking candidates for a Human Factors Engineering role focusing on the Pickering Nuclear Refurbishment project. Responsibilities include managing HFE deliverables, collaborating with vendors, and conducting analyses compliant with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have CANDU-specific HFE design experience and familiarity with nuclear engineering processes. This hybrid role in Pickering offers the opportunity to engage with over 120 projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet OPG’s Nuclear Design Engineering Qualification Program.
• Demonstrated competency in CANDU-specific HFE design.
• Familiarity with ECC governance and engineering change processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage HFE deliverables to ensure compliance with standards.
• Review vendor documentation under ECC governance.
• Conduct and review HFE analyses and provide recommendations.
• Support installation and commissioning activities.

Skills

Human Factors Engineering knowledge

CANDU-specific HFE design experience

Familiarity with NUREG-0700

Strong communication skills

Education

Nuclear Design Engineering Qualification

Job description

Job Details

Location: 889 Brock Road, Pickering

Work Mode: Hybrid – 2 days remote

Level: MP4

Contract Duration: 36 Months

Vacancies: 4

Hours: 35 per week

Summary

We are seeking candidates with a strong understanding of conducting Human Factors Engineering (HFE) work in the nuclear power industry as per NUREG-0700.

This includes:

• Knowledge of developing HFE Program Plans (HFEPPs).
• Familiarity with the methodologies for each HFE program element identified in NUREG-0700.
• Ability to apply these methodologies effectively in engineering modifications.

Job Overview

The work involves execution and monitoring of the Pickering Nuclear Refurbishment (PNR) Integrated HFEPP. Responsibilities include:

• Active management of EPC vendors regarding their HFE scope through all phases of engineering change: scoping, design, installation and commissioning planning, installation, commissioning, Available for Service (AFS), and close-out.
• Oversight across more than 120 projects, including major bundles such as:
• Retube & Feeder Replacement
• Boiler Replacement
• Turbine Generator
• Deep Water Intake
• Balance of PlantFacilities and Infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with vendors to manage HFE deliverables and ensure compliance with OPG and industry standards.
• Review and accept vendor documentation under ECC governance, including:
• HFEPPs, Interim HFE Reports, HFESRs
• HFE Verification & Validation Plans and Reports
• N‑FORM‑10221 Parts A–D
• Conceptual design reports, design plans, HMI drawings/change papers, commissioning specs
• Conduct and review HFE analyses:
• Operational Experience Reviews (OER)
• Task Analysis, Function Allocation, Link & Communication Analysis
• Workload Analysis, Workspace Layout Assessment
• HMI Design Review, Usability Testing, Integrated HMI V&V
• Provide SME recommendations for modification‑specific documentation (design requirements, technical specs, HMI change papers, system design manuals, software requirements).
• Support installation and commissioning, including review of construction completion declarations and commissioning reports.
• Participate in walkdowns, AFS, SAFS, RTS, and Refurbishment Restart Control Hold Points (RCHP).
• Identify and resolve significant refurbishment HFE issues.
• Confirm HFE documents relevant for training and procedures are included in MEC reference document list.
• Support regulatory interface: status updates, input to correspondence, and inspection interviews.
• Perform aggregate HFE analysis to assess impacts on minimum staff complement for PRP modifications, supporting RCHP prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Must meet OPG’s Nuclear Design Engineering Qualification Program:
• Design Engineer of Human‑Machine Interfaces (QID 33685 or 45233)
• Duty area qualification (QID 7768)
• Demonstrated competency in CANDU-specific HFE design experience.
• Knowledge of NUREG‑0700, NUREG‑0711, and OPG standards.
• Familiarity with ECC governance and engineering change processes.