Senior Radiation Physicist

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Radiation Physicist, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nuclear energy. In this exciting position, you will lead technical analyses, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to major projects that enhance the safety and efficiency of nuclear power plants. You will collaborate with a diverse team of experts, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of safety and performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive work environment that values work-life balance and professional growth. If you are passionate about engineering a better future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Health and safety focused environment

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in nuclear physics or engineering.
• Proficient in radiation transport and dose calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analyses and document results effectively.
• Develop and modify computer codes for specific applications.

Skills

Radiation Transport

Dose Calculations

Activity Transport Models

Programming in Python

MCNP

SCALE/ORIGEN

MATLAB

C++

Fortran

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering or Physics

Tools

Linux Operating System

Job description

Job Description

Senior Radiation Physicist

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis / Candu Energy Inc., is looking for a Senior Radiation Physicist to be a part of our team in the Fuel and Physics department supporting the design of new nuclear power plants and the operation, refurbishment, waste management, and decommissioning of existing CANDU nuclear power plants.

Your role within the Team:

• Lead, plan, perform, document, review, and/or verify technical analyses that include the use of radiation transport codes, performing dose calculations, and/or application/development of activity transport models.
• Produce high-quality reports effectively summarizing technical information and present results to internal and/or external stakeholders. Attend and participate in meetings as needed.
• Collate, assimilate, and summarize results from existing analyses.
• Follow the relevant procedures, guidelines, and standards governing the work being performed, and continually improve skills through instructor-led courses and/or on-the-job training.
• Develop, adapt, or modify computer codes for specific applications and to solve new problems.

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:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Nuclear Engineering or Physics with 10-15 years of relevant experience.
• 8+ years of experience with radiation transport, performing dose calculations, activity transport, shielding applications, waste management, and radioactivity dispersion.
• Experience with the computer codes MCNP, SCALE/ORIGEN, or ADDAM (equivalent codes acceptable), ability to program especially in Python, PERL, MATLAB, C++, or Fortran, and proficient in Microsoft Office. Familiarity with the Linux operating system.
• Ability to present technical material as well as develop and deliver training effectively.
• Working knowledge of work processes and associated technologies. Eligible to obtain a license for nuclear software that falls under the US Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810 radiation physics codes, such as MCNP and SCALE.
• Experience with rehabilitation and decommissioning activities and supporting station operations.
• Experience working at a nuclear facility, performing radiation transport and shielding calculations, and code development including source control and testing.
• Knowledge of the nuclear regulatory framework, along with codes and standards applicable for nuclear work in Canada.

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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