Mill Engineer (Site Technical Support)

Orano Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefit and compensation package

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A leading uranium producer is seeking an Engineering professional in Saskatchewan to provide expertise for various projects in a supportive and safety-focused environment. The role involves overseeing projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating on process improvements. Candidates should hold a relevant engineering degree and possess problem-solving and communication skills. Opportunities for career growth, competitive benefits, and a rotating work schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working full-time at an industrial operating facility is preferred.
• Experience with Management of Change (MOC) programs is an asset.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and best engineering practices applied to mining and milling is a plus.
• Experience with MOC programs is advantageous.
• Experience with Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) is advantageous.
• Experience in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, or industrial water treatment is advantageous.
• Experience with atmospheric tanks, pumps, pressure vessels and process piping is advantageous.
• SAP knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and oversight to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Support small to medium-sized multidisciplinary projects from conception to completion.
• Identify and prepare detailed designs for various projects.
• Understand and administer management of change (MOC) for facility changes.
• Support formal risk assessment of new designs.
• Collaborate with tradespeople and operators to improve milling processes and infrastructure.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and develop project proposals for budget consideration.
• Work with other disciplines to solve process problems and meet quality, schedule and budget objectives.
• Recommend and implement department engineering processes and OE culture.
• Comply with health, safety and environmental policies and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Planning and Organizational Skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training eligibility in Saskatchewan

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy!

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, enhance critical processes, and contribute to the future of uranium milling. You’ll be a part of a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking for a purposeful career, we encourage you to apply!

At Orano Canada, you are part of the global clean energy transition. Our uranium fuels are safe, low-carbon nuclear power, supporting climate goals with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and community. Working at Orano means you’ll be doing work that matters.

Dare to do something different.

Dare to Take Action. Contribute to clean energy while gaining full lifecycle experience on world-class Saskatchewan uranium projects—backed by Orano Group’s global expertise.

Dare to Care. Safety isn’t just a priority, it’s who we are. We put our people first. No compromise, we aim for the future.

Dare to Invest. We’re investing in the future of Saskatchewan and we create careers that matter. Invest in your future.

Dare to Belong. Here, your contributions matter. Enjoy the security of a global leader with the close-knit feel of a Canadian team.

Dare to Innovate. Join experts driving innovation in processing, tailings, and environmental performance. We need bold thinkers to guide the way.

What you’ll accomplish

• Provide engineering expertise, oversight, coaching and guidance to ensure compliance with industry codes, regulations, standards, and good practices
• Provide project engineering support and execute small to medium sized, multidiscipline projects from conception to completion
• Identify requirements and prepare detailed designs for a wide variety of projects, repairs, and upgrades
• Understand and administer management of change (MOC) to facility changes
• Support formal risk assessment of new designs
• Collaborate with tradespeople and operators to help propel and implement standards and improvements to the milling process and infrastructure
• Identify opportunities for improvement and develop project proposals for budget consideration
• Work with other disciplines, subject matter experts and operational personnel to solve process problems and ensure quality objectives, schedules and budgets are maintained
• Recommend and implement department engineering processes and procedures
• Embrace and support Operational Excellence (OE) efforts and OE Culture
• Comply with all Orano health, safety and environmental policies, practices, and procedures
• Actively participate in various safety initiatives, including but not limited to: regular safety huddles, safe work plans (SWP’s), and safety days
• Promote and adhere to Orano Canada’s values: Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Respect and People Development, Cohesion and Team Spirit, and Exemplarity, Integrity, Responsibility

What we’re seeking

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering from a recognized university. Technologists with applicable experience will be considered
• If an engineer, must be registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training in Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• Preference given to those with experience working full-time at an industrial operating facility
• Experience working within MOC programs would be considered an asset
• Experience with Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) considered an asset
• Experience working as a Maintenance Engineer or Improvement/Project Engineer considered an asset
• Experience working within mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, and industrial water treatment is considered an asset
• Experience working with atmospheric tanks, low pressure tanks, pumps, pressure vessels, and process piping is considered an asset
• Working knowledge of SAP considered an asset
• Knowledge of codes, standards and best engineering practices as applied to mining and milling applications is considered an asset
• Effective planning and organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with peers, coworkers, contractors and consultants
• Enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement and learning

Work Location & Schedule

• McClean Lake mine site
• 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
• Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required
• Work with a global leader in clean energy solutions and uranium production
• Gain experience in a supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth
• Competitive benefit and compensation package
• Contribute to projects that make a meaningful impact on sustainable energy initiatives

Fly Day- This position will fly in and fly out on Tuesday

Pick-Up Points: Saskatoon, Prince Albert, La Ronge, Buffalo Narrows and the designated communities in the Athabasca region of Uranium City, Stony Rapids, Fond du Lac, and Wollaston.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must complete Orano’s pre-employment checks including education verification and employment reference checks.

Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all Safety Sensitive positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use.

Orano is an equal opportunity employer. We value the knowledge, experience and cultures of all individuals and are committed to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates from these designated groups, including those with disabilities, to apply for our career opportunities. We are dedicated to creating an accessible workplace for everyone.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience to www.orano.group/jobs/en by February 16, 2026.