Mechanical Engineer

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Pinawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits effective Day One

Tuition support

Pension plan options

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Pinawa, Manitoba. The successful candidate will prepare and review engineering documentation while managing project resources to ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and customer requirements.

With a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of eight years of relevant experience, you will lead projects that impact the environment and contribute to the success of critical initiatives.

This position offers a four-day work week, competitive benefits, and an opportunity to work in a committed team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with commercial or industrial building systems in the nuclear field.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and piping standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing project documentation.
• Managing project resources to meet quality and regulatory standards.
• Supporting the design and improvement of mechanical systems.

Skills

Strong knowledge of building and piping codes

Organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor (Honours) degree in Mechanical Engineering

Membership with Engineers Geoscientists of Manitoba

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Would you like to make a meaningful difference in the environment? Can you see yourself designing mechanical and process systems, supporting decommissioning activities, and ensuring high‑quality engineering outcomes for a unique nuclear site? Do you enjoy applying your technical expertise, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting critical projects that matter to Canadians?

Mechanical Engineer (Pinawa, Manitoba)

What will you be doing?

• Preparing and reviewing project documentation, including design plans, concept reports, technical specifications, customer proposals, work plans, tender documents, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving technical reports, analyses, and specifications.
• Managing project resources—including contractors and technical staff—to meet quality, code, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Ensuring work under your responsibility complies with all quality, regulatory, and customer standards.
• Maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to projects and operations.
• Completing and maintaining all required safety and operational training.
• Sharing acquired knowledge, experience, and best practices with peers and team members.
• Identifying and reporting any potential hazards; wearing required PPE; and participating in safety training.
• Supporting the design, modification, and improvement of mechanical and process systems for new and existing facilities.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What We Are Looking For

• Education:
  • Bachelor (Honours) degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited post‑secondary institution.
  • Membership or eligibility for membership with Engineers Geoscientists of Manitoba (EGM) as a Registered Professional Engineer.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of related engineering experience, preferably involving commercial or industrial building systems within the nuclear, process, or power industries.
  • Experience with AutoCAD or other engineering design software.
  • Familiarity with building and piping codes and standards (ASME, CSA).
  • Knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code and ASME B31 piping standards.
  • Working knowledge of HVAC systems, CSA B51 pressure boundary systems, piping systems, facilities design, and maintenance.
  • Formal project management training or experience is an asset.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Strong knowledge of building and piping codes and compliance standards.
  • Ability to organize and maintain workflow accuracy using strong judgment and initiative.
  • Demonstrated punctuality, dependability, and safety‑mindedness.
  • Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to understand and manage detailed technical information.
  • Demonstrated responsibility and accountability for technical deliverables.
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments and respond with initiative.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3‑5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Working Conditions

• Compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• This position is part of the WPEG union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in their Collective Agreement.
• Must possess normal physical agility necessary for bending, lifting, and mobility.
• Must be capable of wearing and working in protective clothing and PPE as required.
• Occasional exposure to radiation and industrial hazards during construction/demolition site visits in controlled environments.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days.
• Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period.
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing.
• A defined‑benefit pension plan or a defined‑contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security.

Location: Onsite – Whiteshell site, Manitoba.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities.

• Respect
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Safety
• Integrity
• Excellence

CNL is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via [e-mail]. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home. CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of this and we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.