Mechanical Engineer - CGD/EQ

Kinectrics; Toronto; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinectrics, located at 800 Kipling Avenue in Toronto, seeks an intermediate Mechanical Engineer to support CGD and EQ activities within the Nuclear Equipment Solutions department. This permanent, on-site role reports to the Service Line Director, Nuclear Parts, and offers a competitive salary and a 37.5-hour work week.

Applicants should have a 4-year mechanical engineering degree and P.Eng eligibility, with at least 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical testing and equipment development.

Qualifications

• Requires 4-year university degree in Mechanical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to acquire P. Eng designation.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in mechanical equipment and processes with emphasis on functional/performance testing.
• Experience in designing and developing sophisticated equipment and instrumentation for testing is an asset.
• Experience in managing suppliers for part design, assembly, and manufacturing.
• Knowledge of nuclear technology (CANDU) is an asset.
• Ability to prepare quotes and build cost estimates.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Service Line Director for Nuclear Parts, manage technical and analytical support for multiple projects to ensure on-schedule, on-budget, and quality outcomes.
• Conduct programs of research, testing, qualification, and CGD/EQ activities for nuclear parts and equipment safety and reliability.
• Lead and execute CGD, EQ, SQ projects and design/build of custom equipment.
• Prepare test procedures for functional testing and factory acceptance testing.
• Manage tests, investigations, and troubleshooting for fabrication of nuclear parts and systems.

Skills

Computer skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

P. Eng designation eligible

Job description

Kinectrics is a wholly owned subsidiary of BWX Technologies focused on providing life cycle management services in the energy and utility sector. We develop innovative solutions for the global electricity and medical industries, helping empower a sustainable future. Trusted by clients worldwide, our employees provide expertise in engineering, testing, and inspection across a wide range of services. With offices worldwide and independent laboratories and testing facilities, we collaborate closely with clients to ensure utility assets perform safely, reliably, and efficiently throughout their entire life cycle.

Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with the expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

Visit our website to learn more: www.kinectrics.com

The Opportunity

Position: Mechanical Engineer – CGD/EQ

Employment Type: Permanent

Employment Level: intermediate

Location: 800 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON

Department: Nuclear Equipment Solutions

Reports to: Service Line Director, Nuclear Parts

Hours per week: 37.5

Salary Range: $101,268 - $122,000. Exact compensation may vary depending on the individual experience and qualifications of each candidate. Applicants with greater or less than the minimum qualifications for this posted opportunity may be considered for alternate opportunities.

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

• Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world. Find satisfaction in work that really matters, working alongside and as part of the best and brightest in the industry.
• Growth: To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, we are growing more each day, which means more opportunities for you. We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company thanks to a number of significant training and personal development opportunities.
• Innovation: Our staff proudly develop innovations that push the industry forward.
• Diversity: The company is dedicated to promoting diversity in its workforce, up to and including the senior management level. Our diversity committee ensures we stay up to date on leading trends and best practices, creating a desirable workspace for each and every one of our employees.
• Total Compensation: Your talent deserves to be recognized. Kinectrics offers a competitive total compensation package unmatched by most industries throughout North America. Salary is just one component of the total rewards you will receive when working for Kinectrics. Other elements may also include pay for performance programs (merit pay and discretionary annual performance bonuses), comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs, membership discounts, employee referral bonus, eligibility for our pension plan, career development programs, and professional development/educational reimbursements.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

• Reporting to the Service Line Director (SLD) for Nuclear Parts, manage technical and analytical support for multiple projects of varying complexity to ensure work is completed on schedule, on-budget and to the required quality standards.
• Conduct programs of advanced research, testing, investigation, qualification and commercial grade dedication directed towards the application of manufacturing, testing of nuclear parts and equipment to assure safety and reliability of critical parts in nuclear power plants.
• Lead and execute projects involving commercial grade dedication (CGD), environmental qualification (EQ), seismic qualification (SQ), and design/build of custom equipment
• Prepare test procedures for functional testing, and factory acceptance testing to a high degree of accuracy and meeting the requirements of Kinectrics quality program.
• Manage tests, investigations and troubleshooting efforts regarding fabrication of nuclear parts and systems complying with nuclear quality program requirements.
• Work independently and as part of engineering teams to contribute and prepare technical evaluations, technical procedures, technical test plans, data analysis, report preparation and report reviews.
• Apply recognized Project Management methodology to ensure projects are managed effectively (e.g. managing scope, time, cost, performance, communication, human resources, contracts, materials, risks and quality).
• Liaise with staff, contractors, consultants and vendor resources as appropriate
• Ensure staff and customers are provided with timely and accurate project information and status updates.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in the technical and project management process
• Evaluate project and lessons learned via post-project review processes
• Provide feedback to SLD regarding teamwork performance
• Perform duties required to close all project documentation and archive appropriate records
• Other duties as assigned

What You Need To Succeed

• Requires 4-year university degree in Mechanical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to acquire P. Eng designation
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in mechanical equipment and processes with an emphasis on functional/performance testing. Provided liaison between design and manufacturing.
• Practical experience in the design and development of sophisticated equipment and instrumentation for testing would be an asset.
• Experience in managing suppliers for part design, assembly, and manufacturing.
• Knowledge and/or experience with CANDU nuclear technology are considered an asset.
• Experience in developing technical specifications and test procedures for testing of a variety of products.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing quotes and building bottom up cost estimates.
• Clear understanding and experience of various project management methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively on a technical level.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Knowledge and interpretation of national and international standards as they apply to this field.
• Knowledge of nuclear quality program and testing requirements
• Knowledge of nuclear quality assurance standards
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible in areas of work and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process. The security clearance process is conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.

Kinectrics Inc is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and welcomes applications from all individuals. To learn more about our commitments please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion and indigenous relations pages.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary diversity survey. The collection of self-identification data is driven by our commitment to DE&I and ensures Kinectrics' continuous review and improvement of its programs. The information that you provide is strictly confidential and your responses will only be used for statistical purposes. Your responses do not affect your candidacy in any way.

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Kinectrics may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the initial screening of applications. All applications are also reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.