Lead Structural Engineer - Nuclear

Raise; Pickering; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Unit in Pickering, ON seeks a Lead Structural Engineer to drive design for brownfield and greenfield nuclear structures, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery.

The candidate should hold a Structural Engineering degree, 10+ years of relevant experience, and be eligible for P.Eng registration, with strong AutoCAD/MathCad/MS Office/STAAD Pro skills and an ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• University degree in Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Ten (10+) years of related engineering experience is asset.
• Registered or eligible to register with the PEO as a P.ENG.
• Experience with nuclear plant stations, structures, and components is a plus.
• Proficiency with Autocad, MathCad, MS Office, and STAAD Pro.

Responsibilities

• Multitask on design for large or small projects and meet timelines.
• Document and track project tasks and design documents.
• Liaise with discipline leads, project managers, vendors, contractors and clients for design clarity.
• Provide design clarifications and solutions during construction.
• Perform inspections as necessary for procurement of material.

Skills

Structural design

Strong communication

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

University Degree in Structural Engineering

PEO/ENG eligibility

Tools

STAAD Pro

Autocad

MathCad

MS Office

Job description

Structural Engineer - Nuclear

Canadian Nuclear Unit

Our client is collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. They combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Their innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Your Role:

We are currently seeking a Lead Structural Engineer for our Pickering, ON offices. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing various engineering assignments which require a general familiarity with a broad field of engineering. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Lead Structural Engineer will primarily focus on design for brown field as well as green field modifications for existing and/or new structures and components. Must be able to solve problems by use of combinations of standard and modified standard procedures, or methods developed in previous assignments. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities:

• Multitasking and the ability to perform design for large or small projects is an asset.
• The candidate will be capable of committing to and maintaining a project timeline and completing tasks within allocated time frames.
• The ability to document and track project tasks and related design documents is required (strong organizational skills).
• Liaise with other discipline leads, project managers, vendors, contractors and clients to facilitate smooth flow of information for use in preparing preliminary and detailed design and provide design clarifications and solutions during construction.
• Must have strong computer-oriented skills (familiarity with Autocad, MathCad, MS Office, Numerical Methods Solutions…etc.)
• Proficiency in STAAD Pro Software for Structural Analysis.
• Strong hand-on expertise in the design of heavy industrial structures (steel, concrete, wood, masonry), preferably in the power generation industry, and Consulting Engineering experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of power plant Station Structures and Components (SSCs) is an asset.
• Preparation and/or verification of procurement activities and deliverables.
• Review technical content of supplier/vendor bids and technical submissions.
• Perform any required inspections as necessary for procurement of material.
• Strong communication skills are required

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Structural Engineering or related discipline is preferred
• Ten (10+) years of related engineering experience is considered an asset
• Registered or eligible to register with the PEO as a P.ENG
• Preferably has previous exposure to stations, structures, and components of Nuclear Power Plants.
• Must have strong computer-oriented skills (familiarity with Autocad, MathCad, MS Office, Numerical Methods Solutions…etc.)
• Experience within the utility or power industry is considered an asset
• Hands on expertise in structural design for concrete and steel structures and use of STAAD Pro Software for Structural Analysis
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational and security) and professional reference checks is required.

About our client:

Our client combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 500 locations around the world. Their reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of their employees - 25,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.