Intermediate Mechanical Designer

-; Oshawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering services organization is looking for an Intermediate Mechanical Designer in Oshawa, Canada. This role supports nuclear projects and requires expertise in CAD and mechanical design, along with strong collaboration skills. Candidates should have a college diploma and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position involves field support, adherence to design compliance, and team-oriented work. Competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for training and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Training and professional development opportunities

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in mechanical design and drafting.
• Experience drafting site layouts and construction drawings.
• Proficient in interpreting Process Flow Diagrams and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electronic documents in AutoCAD including drawings and construction documents.
• Interface with engineering teams for project lifecycle support.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and design intent during site visits.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Team-oriented collaboration

AutoCAD proficiency

Field support

Interpersonal skills

Education

College diploma or equivalent work experience

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Smart Plant 3D

MicroStation

Navisworks Manage

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Overview

CANDU Energy Inc./ AtkinsRéalis Nuclear Inc. is actively seeking a qualified Intermediate Mechanical Designer to support engineering roles for nuclear projects in major areas, such as new build in Ontario, international new builds, refurbishment, and continuous plant operation support modifications for nuclear power plants.

Your role

• Prepare electronic documents in AutoCAD; sketching, three-dimensional computer modeling, drawings and construction documents.
• Apply relevant Codes & Standards and regulatory requirements and coordinate with design team to ensure compliance.
• Interface with Engineering teams throughout the lifecycle of the design project (i.e., from preliminary and conceptual engineering to detailed design, implementation and close‑out) to provide practical and effective solutions as per requirements.
• Must be "Team" oriented with a demonstrated ability to work well with others and promote a positive work environment.
• Provide field support through site visits and inspections, ensuring adherence to design intent and quality requirements.
• Revise existing drawings/3D models (relative to the discipline) from detailed verbal or written instructions, and/or marked‑up drawings.
• Implement field change requests by updating models, drawings, and BOMs to reflect construction modifications.

About you

• College diploma or equivalent work experience with a minimum of 5 years in mechanical design and drafting.
• Experience supporting field teams through site visits and inspections, ensuring alignment with design requirements.
• Experience drafting site layouts and construction drawings for industrial sites, buildings and structures is required. Knowledge of new nuclear early site and facility design and drafting is an asset.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Plant 3D is a must. Good to have Smart Plant 3D/Smart, MicroStation, Navisworks Manage and SolidWorks.
• Ability to take marked‑up engineering drawings and incorporate changes into AutoCAD files.
• ASME Code knowledge considered an asset.
• Proficient in equipment and piping modeling, ability to interpret Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) for accurate design implementation.
• 3D piping model development and skilled in model review and clash resolution, coordinating with structural, mechanical, and electrical teams to resolve issues in congested areas.
• This role requires consistent on‑site presence and may involve supporting a shift work schedule based on operational needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with staff in a team environment as well as independently.

Reward & 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.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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