Nuclear Project Engineer - Civil / Mechanical

Kiewit; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to support construction activities in the nuclear sector. This role involves planning and organizing project controls, managing technical staff, and ensuring compliance with design specifications. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, collaborating with various departments and contributing to projects that positively impact communities. With a commitment to excellence and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a diverse and inclusive workforce dedicated to making a difference in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Benefits

Top-tier medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Requires a Professional Engineer designation and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and industry standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare requisitions and technical specifications for project execution.
• Evaluate vendor quotes and manage quality assurance for procured items.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure design compliance and support project execution.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Controls

Technical Specifications

Vendor Evaluation

Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng)

10+ years of experience

Tools

Primavera Scheduling

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Location:

Darlington, ON, CA Oshawa, ON, CA

Requisition ID: 175964

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Project Engineer will support construction activities by planning, organizing and implementing those management duties (i.e., project controls systems, engineering interface, subcontract and materials management, purchasing, scheduling). The role will provide project administration or support for larger projects and manage technical and administrative staff to facilitate instruction management services.

Embedded in the Project organization, reporting to the Area Lead of the supported scope. Functional relations with various departments (e.g., Quality, Purchasing, Construction, Safety, Design Engineering, Legal, etc.).

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Canada is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Location

The position will be based on our project in Darlington, ON. The successful candidate will be local to Darlington, Oshawa or surrounding areas, or willing to relocate.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. The successful candidate will also be open to traveling and relocating for future projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare requisitions that meet design specifications, applicable codes, and standards, including drawings, systems classification records, and bills of materials.
• Prepare technical specifications or proposal RFQs to support project execution.
• Evaluate vendor quotations and recommend vendor selection based on specifications, pricing, and guarantees.
• Identify requirements for purchasing items and services.
• Select and assign quality assurance programs for procured items.
• Review customer specifications and design documents.
• Interface with design services and the customer on design-related matters.
• Support the constructability review team during design evolution and collaborate with the design engineering team to resolve findings.
• Receive, review, and assemble documentation for work packages to ensure design compliance.
• Communicate technical and quality requirements to the preparers of construction drawings and procedures.
• Support proposal development for engineering services and equipment.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to Project Coordinators.
• Collaborate with the PC, Trades Supervision, and Quality Specialist (QS) to complete the CITP.
• Coordinate and support the preparation of commissioning/pre-operational test plans.
• Conduct final walkdowns and approve punch lists required for construction closeout.
• Collaborate with external engineers and internal teams to create technical drawings and schematics.
• Provide support on technical solutions for non-conformance reports (NCRs) or site requirements.
• Establish interface control and procedures for document management and design interfaces.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng), preferably Civil or Mechanical.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience as a Field Engineer or Project Coordinator.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, techniques, materials, and applicable standards.
• Proficient in construction industry software (e.g., Primavera Scheduling, AutoCAD, SAP).
• Familiarity with Nuclear Codes and Standards (CSA, ASME, ASTM, AWS, etc.) and nuclear-class equipment procurement.
• Understanding of construction change management processes.
• Strong organizational skills for handling deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in both field and office settings.

Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.