Junior Weld Engineer - Process Improvement & Development

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Hybrid schedules

Employee referrals

Educational refund plan

Professional development

Wellness benefits

Team building

Job summary

BWXT Canada Ltd. in Cambridge, Ontario, is seeking a Junior Weld Engineer – Process Improvement & Development to assist welding operations with procedures, documentation, and lean initiatives.

The role focuses on evaluating welding processes, supporting welder qualification, and contributing to continuous improvement. The position offers a hybrid work model with benefits including health, pension, and education support, and opportunities to learn from seasoned experts in a nuclear engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• New graduates or up to 2 years experience.
• Understanding of welding fundamentals, drafting/CAD, and basic engineering calculations.
• Exposure to lean workflows or interest in learning lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing PQRs and WPS documentation.
• Support identification of welding-related resources, tooling, equipment, consumables, and QA requirements.
• Participate in welding process flow analysis, bottleneck identification, cycle-time reduction, and value stream activities.
• Support KPI tracking and improvement trending within welding operations.
• Assist in reviewing and resolving welding-related non-conformances under supervision.
• Aid in designing welding tooling and fixtures, including basic strength checks or FEA support as trained.
• Assist in equipment procurement and maintenance tracking for welding assets.
• Provide training on welding processes you become familiar with.
• Help promote lean culture through coaching and CI participation.

Skills

Welding fundamentals

Drafting/CAD

Engineering calculations

Lean workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

FEA support

Job description

BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more atwww.bwxt.com.

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

As our Junior Weld Engineer – Process Improvement & Development you will assist welding operations by supporting the development, refinement, and optimization of welding procedures, documentation, workflows, and welding-related continuous improvement initiatives. Focus is placed on evaluating welding processes, supporting welder qualification documentation, and contributing to lean-driven improvements

Location:

Cambridge, ON

Your Day to Day as our Junior Weld Engineer – Process Improvement & Development

Welding Documentation & Development

• Assist in preparing PQRs and WPS documentation.
• Support identification of welding-related resources, tooling, equipment, consumables, and QA requirements.

Process Improvement & Lean Application

• Participate in welding process flow analysis, bottleneck identification, cycle-time reduction, and value stream activities.
• Support KPI tracking and improvement trending within welding operations.

Non-Conformance Support

• Assist in reviewing and resolving welding-related non-conformances under supervision.

Tooling & Equipment Support

• Aid in designing welding tooling and fixtures, including basic strength checks or FEA support as trained.
• Assist in equipment procurement and maintenance tracking for welding assets.

Training & Shop Support

• Provide training on welding processes you become familiar with.
• Help promote lean culture through coaching and CI participation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• New graduates or up to 2 years experience.
• Understanding of welding fundamentals, drafting/CAD, and basic engineering calculations.
• Exposure to lean workflows or interest in learning lean methodologies.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
• Secure Your Future - Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
• Help Grow Our Team - Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000!).
• Invest in Your Education - Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan .
• Professional Development - Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
• Your Wellness Matters - Enjoy gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
• A Welcoming Workplace - Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture that celebrates you.
• Fun & Connection - Engage in team-building activities organized by our Social Committee.

BWXT confirms that the position represents a current vacancy within our organization.

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process. As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.

The base salary range for this position in [[stateProvince]] at the start of employment is expected to be between $[[cust_salaryMin]] and $[[cust_salaryMax]] per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law. BWXT Canada is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.