Reactor Components Design Engineering Assistant

AtkinsRéalis; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to perform conceptual and detail design work for reactor components in a nuclear context. You will prepare technical documents, calculations, drawings and support activities from proposal through commissioning, under supervision of senior engineers.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, up to six years of design experience, and capability in stress analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from a university of recognized standing.
• Recent graduate up to 6 years of Mechanical Design experience.
• Experience in classical stress calculation.
• GD&T knowledge is an asset.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual and detail design engineering work for reactor components to applicable codes, standards and procedures.
• Prepare design documents, technical reports, calculations and drawings.
• Support proposal preparation, design engineering, testing, procurement, manufacturing and installation support.
• Prepare responses to technical questions from reviewers or clients.
• Report progress to leads and managers; develop technical documents including drawings and bill of materials.
• Support field construction and execution activities, including field changes and commissioning as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's/Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Your role

• Perform conceptual and detail design engineering work for one or more reactor components to applicable codes, standards and procedures.
• The design activities include but are not limited to the preparation of design documents, technical reports, including technical calculations and drawings.
• Supervised by senior engineers, while adhering to project plans and schedules, conduct phases of engineering work such as supporting proposal preparation, design engineering, testing, procurement, as well as manufacturing, and installation support.
• Prepare responses to technical questions from reviewers or clients.
• Report progress on day‑to‑day work to leads and managers.
• Develop information and prepare technical documents, such as: engineering drawings and bill of materials, calculations, design specifications, design assessment, design requirements, design manuals, technical specifications (for procurement, fabrication, and site installation), testing specifications and reports, commissioning specifications, etc.
• Support the leads in preparing TSSA registration packages for pressure boundary designs.
• Support the leads in interfaces with the regulatory bodies, such as: TSSA and CNSC, as required.
• Perform reviews and design verification for the design and engineering work done by others, per qualifications.
• Support field construction and execution activities, such as field changes, design revisions, commissioning, as needed.

About You

• Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from a university of recognized standing.
• Recent graduate up to 6 years of Mechanical Design experience.
• Experience in classical stress calculation.
• Trained and experienced in the application of GD&T is an asset.
• Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem‑solving skills.
• Drive for continuous learning.
• Good time management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada. Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs. Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Accommodation

Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.