Project Engineer

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Pinawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; 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 experienced professionals for technical direction on nuclear decommissioning projects at the Whiteshell site in Manitoba. Individuals will provide engineering oversight, develop project packages, and ensure project quality. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering, 10+ years in the nuclear industry, and strong communication skills.

This is a fully onsite role with a compressed work week offering benefits from Day One and a supportive work environment focused on equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the nuclear industry, ideally in decommissioning.
• Strong knowledge of codes and standards in nuclear design and construction.
• Experience with nuclear decommissioning activities.
• Technical expertise in remote tooling.

Responsibilities

• Developing project work packages for decommissioning activities.
• Providing technical direction for multi-disciplinary projects.
• Preparing and reviewing engineering documentation.
• Conducting field walk-downs to verify project status.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Judgment and decision-making

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Registered Professional Engineer eligible

Job description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you while allowing you to make a meaningful impact? Can you see yourself providing technical direction on complex decommissioning and construction projects that help shape Canada’s environmental cleanup efforts? Do you enjoy conducting field walk‑downs to verify design parameters, construction progress, and operational readiness? Would you like to play a key role at a unique nuclear decommissioning site where your expertise directly contributes to safety, innovation, and project success?

Responsibilities

• Assisting in developing and accepting responsibility for project work packages involving design, construction, commissioning, and facility decommissioning activities.
• Providing technical direction and engineering oversight to support multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Preparing and reviewing technical work scopes, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Identifying, assessing, and initiating changes to approved designs and construction work scope.
• Assessing equipment selection options and providing recommendations to support project execution.
• Supporting and implementing the project quality assurance plan.
• Conducting field walk‑downs to verify design parameters, construction progress, and operational readiness.
• Representing Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) professionally and liaising with external consultants and contractors.
• Staying current with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies.
• Maintaining up‑to‑date safety and operational training as required.
• Taking personal accountability for maintaining technical skills, professional certifications, and continuous learning.
• Sharing knowledge with peers and contributing to team learning and development.
• Identifying and reporting potential safety hazards and adhering to all required personal protective equipment and safety practices.
• Following Workplace Safety and Health procedures, WHMIS, and safe work standards while encouraging safe behaviour among colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's (Honours) degree in Engineering or Science from a recognized university.
  • Must be a member, or eligible for membership, with Engineers Geoscientists of Manitoba (EGM) as a Registered Professional Engineer.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience in the nuclear industry, ideally in waste management, decommissioning, or processing systems.
  • Strong knowledge of the National Building Code, National Fire Code, and applicable standards used in nuclear and non‑nuclear facility design, construction, and decommissioning.
  • Experience with nuclear decommissioning activities and industry‑standard methods.
  • Technical expertise in remote tooling and remote operations.
  • Experience resolving complex technical challenges at both strategic and execution levels.
  • Strong written communication skills, with a proven ability to produce high‑quality technical documents.
  • Experience providing technical leadership to professional and technical staff.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Demonstrated strong judgment and decision‑making skills in technical matters.
  • Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
  • Effective team leadership and team‑building capabilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate across all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated strong planning and prioritization abilities to meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of engineering codes and standards used in the design, construction, commissioning, and operation of nuclear facilities.
  • Knowledge of technical methods and resources required for commissioning activities.
• 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.

Working Conditions

• Working schedule: We have a 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.
• Hearing protection is required for occasional visits to noisy construction/demolition environments.
• Walking and navigating a construction and demolition environment with required personal protective equipment (safety boots, hard hats, safety glasses and reflective clothing).

Location

Onsite near Pinawa, Manitoba, at the Whiteshell site. The area offers a peaceful, close‑knit community atmosphere, ideal for those who enjoy nature, recreation, and a balanced lifestyle. This is a fully onsite position at the Whiteshell site, Manitoba.

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. CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know; all requests will be handled with confidentiality.

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

Core Values

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