Senior Control Systems Engineering Specialist

AtkinsRéalis; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nuclear engineering group as a Senior Control Systems Engineering Specialist. In this role, you will design and implement cutting-edge electrical systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers the chance to work on major projects that contribute to the future of nuclear technology, all within a supportive environment that values work-life balance and professional development. If you have a passion for innovation and a commitment to safety, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of a team that engineers a better future for our planet and its people.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Focus on health and safety

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical design and implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Experience with Siemens PLC and SCADA programming.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical systems and equipment.
• Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to define requirements.

Skills

Electrical Design

Control Systems

Automation

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Situational Awareness

Decision Making

Education

Engineering Degree (Electrical, Control, Software)

Tools

Siemens PLC

Siemens SCADA

PELCO

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Control Systems Engineering Specialist

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.

Our expertise includes: Nuclear Steam Plant (NSP) engineering, Balance of Plant (BOP) engineering, Plant Life Management and Extension, Retube Tooling Systems, Inspection and Maintenance Services, Steam Generator Replacement, Plant Equipment Refurbishment and Retrofits.

Candu Energy Inc. is a leading full-service nuclear technology company committed to designing and delivering state-of-the-art CANDU reactors, carrying out life extension projects, providing plant life management programs and tools, and offering operation and maintenance services for existing nuclear power stations.

We are looking for a dedicated and innovative Senior Control Systems Engineering Designer to join our team. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems and equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.

Location – Mississauga, Thunder Bay - ON

Your role within the team:

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures and policies.
• Timely execution of the assigned scope in the assigned software project capacities.
• Perform suitability assessment (and qualification where needed) of system hardware and pre-developed software components.
• Support designing, installation, and testing of an assigned product test environment.
• Integrate software and hardware components and prepare software engineering documents such as test procedures, test reports, operation manuals, etc.
• Site support and software maintenance services include shift work (day shift and night shift work).
• Implement and maintain key project support systems (i.e., configuration management, document management, and change control systems) for the tooling department.
• Support the selection and qualification of Control Systems hardware by the tooling group.
• Collaborate with project teams to define requirements and deliver optimal solutions.
• Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Monitor project progress and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain and update documentation for all electrical systems and components.
• Assist in preparing validation tests and/or review the results of the validation testing.
• Responsible for change control - Using configuration management system provided by his/her department to maintain software files, release, and documentation. Prepare and maintain work plans for the control software change activities.
• Support OPEX Review - Assemble OPEX and assess what changes should be incorporated in the future designs of Tooling and Equipment.
• Report and suggest resolution to any potential impacts to technical quality identified by the various tool manufacturers and vendors.
• Ensure all work activities are performed safely, in collaboration with the Project Safety Manager.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Engineering degree (Electrical, Control, Software) from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design and implementation.
• Experience with control systems and automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Siemens PLC programming experience – Step 7, S7-SCL, S7-GRAPH, S7-Starter, SIMATIC NET, WinCC Flexible, and S7 Distributed Safety.
• Siemens SCADA programming experience – WinCC Classic.
• Siemens PROFIBUS and PROFINET.
• PELCO experience (Endura Certified System Technician an asset).
• Engineering drawings interpretation.
• Engineering Change Control knowledge.
• Analytical ability and effective decision making.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Situational awareness and effective problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency – Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Written/oral communication skills.

Security Clearance (from Candu Energy and OPG) must be obtained and maintained as a condition of employment.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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