Project Engineering Representative

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear research organization is looking for a Project Engineering Representative at their Chalk River location. Responsibilities include developing technical specifications, assisting in design selection, and participating in engineering surveillance activities. This role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and offers a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including tuition support and a pension.

Benefits

Paid time off

Benefits from day one

Tuition support

Pension

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years' experience preferred.
• Eligible for PEO Professional designation or able to start the process.
• Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare technical specifications and work scopes.
• Assist in selection of design/construction participants.
• Participate in engineering surveillance activities.

Skills

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

Good interpersonal skills

Technical writing skills

General computer literacy

Education

Bachelor (Honours) in Engineering

Job description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Can you see yourself developing and preparing technical specifications and work scopes? Do you enjoy participating in the preparation of technical documents, work scopes, and engineering surveillance plans? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Our Chalk River location is looking for a Project Engineering Representative. Apply today!

What will you be doing!

1. Developing and preparing technical specifications and work scopes.
2. Assisting in the selection of design/construction participants and the award of contracts.
3. Participating in leading engineering surveillance activities and assessing the design in progress, including the review of key design documents to verify that design requirements are met.
4. Ensuring adequate independent (third-party) technical review of the design.
5. Participating in preparing submissions of key technical and safety-related documents to the Delegate Design - Authority for the Chief Nuclear Engineer for review.
6. Facilitating the transfer of specialized design knowledge to Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL).
7. Assessing equipment options and making recommendations.
8. Assisting the Project Lead and Project Control Representative in developing project work packages, including deliverables, budgets and schedules.
9. Participating in the preparation of technical documents, work scopes and engineering surveillance plans, performing surveillance of design, construction and commissioning activities of suppliers, including participants.
10. Identifying, assessing, and initiating changes in accordance with the project scope statement and project change control.
11. Interfacing with design participants, operations engineers, technical staff and nuclear operators to provide technical support during all phases of the project, as required to meet project objectives.
12. Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Bachelor (Honours) in Engineering, with a preference for Mechanical or Electrical, from a recognized university or membership in an authorized engineering/scientific organization.
• Experience
  • Generally, less than 2 years’ experience.
  • Work experience is preferred and considered an asset.
  • Eligible for PEO Professional designation or able to start the process.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Good interpersonal, oral, and technical writing skills.
  • General computer literacy.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), with a minimum of 3-5 years verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the US, or the UK.

Why CNL?

Join us in advancing nuclear science and technology for a cleaner, more secure world. We offer a comprehensive rewards package including paid time off, benefits from day one, tuition support, and a pension. Our mission focuses on clean energy, environmental restoration, and public health.

Location:

CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is located in the Ottawa Valley, offering a pristine environment with forests, lakes, and wildlife. Nearby towns provide outdoor adventures and community life.

This is a primarily onsite role at Chalk River Laboratory, with occasional remote work opportunities.

Our Commitment:

We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and support accommodations during the hiring process. We acknowledge the traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people and value their contributions.