R&D Material Technologist

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking R&D Technologists to join their dynamic team at the Chalk River location. In this role, you will conduct mechanical testing and support cutting-edge research in nuclear materials and fuels. Your expertise will help design and fabricate experimental apparatus while mentoring junior staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on advancing nuclear science for a clean and secure world. If you are passionate about innovation and sustainability, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal)

Benefits effective day one

Tuition support

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and material testing, including fatigue and analytical methods.
• Strong knowledge of maintaining mechanical testing equipment and data processing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical testing of nuclear reactor materials and fuels.
• Design and commission experimental apparatus for R&D projects.
• Mentor junior technologists in developing technical skills.

Skills

Mechanical Testing

Material Testing

Analytical Sciences

Scientific Instrumentation

Programming Data Acquisition Systems

Mentoring

Education

Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology

Secondary School Graduation Diploma

Tools

LabView

CAD

Strain Gauges

Thermocouples

LVDTs

Job description

Our Chalk River location is looking for R&D Technologists to support our Materials and Fuels Performance Testing Branch. Can you see yourself in a role where you will be working with a team of experienced professional and technical staff responsible for R&D, principally in the area of nuclear reactor materials and fuels? If so, apply today!

What will you be doing!
The technologist is required to conduct key tasks associated with mechanical testing of irradiated and unirradiated nuclear reactor material and fuel post irradiation examination related tasks. Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Executing laboratory experiments, which includes (i) planning, designing and setting-up of experimental systems, (ii) conducting experiments and generating data according to plan, (iii) interpreting, storing and reporting of laboratory results, (iv) programming of data acquisition systems, and (v) interfacing with branch professional staff and collaborators.
• Designing, fabricating and commissioning complex experimental apparatus to support R&D material testing projects.
• Preparing precision specimens from irradiated and unirradiated material in laboratories and in hot cells.
• Periodic handling and processing of samples of radioactive materials.
• Developing and maintaining experimental facilities for performing mechanical testing equipment in controlled environments.
• Maintaining and repairing contaminated experimental equipment in hot cells and active laboratories.
• Participating in CNL, COG and commercial R&D programs as well as site support and component failure analyses on an as required basis.
• Mentoring junior technologists to develop technical skills.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology in a field relevant to the position, such as engineering technology, materials sciences, mechatronics, engineering, machining, or related discipline, or equivalent formal education. A degree in a related discipline is considered an asset. OR
  • Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has more than 3 years pertinent experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.
• Experience
  • Experience in some combination of mechanical testing, material testing, fatigue or delayed hydride cracking test methods, analytical sciences, scientific instrumentation, and designing experimental apparatus would be required.
  • Any prior experience in materials science, zirconium metallurgy, in-situ measurement techniques (potential drop or acoustic emission), metallography, CAD, scientific instrumentation such as strain gauges, thermocouples, LVDTs, welding, LabView, and working with systems involving elevated temperatures and pressures would be an asset.
  • Any prior experience in machining and/or handling of irradiated material would be an asset.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • A strong working knowledge of the maintenance and use of mechanical testing equipment i.e., load frame is essential.
  • A sound knowledge of computers including: using and programmable data acquisition systems, processing of scientific data.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Working Conditions:

• Experimental conditions will range from ambient (i.e., room temperature and pressure) up to the high temperatures and pressures used in water cooled nuclear reactors. The work will also involve close interaction with other groups on site, particularly metallurgical laboratory, surface science and hot cell facilities.

Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support;
• A pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:
CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Read here further on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.