Senior Systems Engineer, Nuclear

ATS Industrial Automation; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 66,124 - 90,921; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Bonus eligibility

Stock purchase plan

3 weeks vacation

Health benefits + HCSA

Engagement events

Development programs

Job summary

ATS Industrial Automation in Canada is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – Nuclear to lead design, development and qualification of nuclear automation solutions. You will act as a technical leader across project teams and ensure compliance with CSA standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical/electrical systems, ten years of engineering experience, and a P.Eng. designation.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering degree and professional licensure preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on customer processes and equipment.
• Take engineering responsibility for component and system analyses and calculations.
• Prepare and review technical documents including FMEA, safety risk assessments, ALARA reports, installation/commissioning plans, operating sequence flowcharts, execution storyboards, and operating and maintenance manuals.
• Define and verify design requirements, flow down customer and industry requirements, and ensure machine compliance.
• Prepare and review vendor technical specifications, interface with vendors, conduct acceptance testing and buy‑off of equipment at vendor sites.
• Use verification matrices to plan and execute all design/system requirements verification, including engineering drawings, simulations, POP testing, factory acceptance testing, and site acceptance testing.
• Plan acceptance testing, prepare test plans, secure resources, and lead test execution with the customer.
• Plan, execute and monitor systems design and development, prepare design plans, lead design reviews, and manage technical risk.
• Identify, quantify and mitigate technical risk using CTRAs and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage project technical risk throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with budget and schedule.
• Manage and monitor third‑party equipment vendors for compliance, budget, and schedule.
• Communicate time estimates and resource requirements to department and project managers.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives, including development of standards and procedures.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Develop and verify design concepts and labor hour estimates for quote preparation.
• Provide design support for CSA B51 and CSA N285.0 pressure boundary components within the ATS Certificate of Authorization as required.
• Follow CSA N299/B51/N285/NQA quality requirements as defined in ATS QA manuals and procedures.
• Work as a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW) and in radioactive environments, including nuclear site work.

Skills

Leadership

Systems engineering

Risk assessment

Documentation

Team leadership

Education

Post-secondary degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems Design, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, Engineering Science, or equivalent

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario preferred

Tools

FMEA

ALARA

CSA standards compliance

Job description

Job Description

Summary: Senior Systems Engineer – Nuclear will act as a technical leader in design, development and qualification of nuclear automation solutions at ATS.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on customer processes and equipment.
• Take engineering responsibility for component and system level analysis, calculations, and studies to verify structural integrity, functional requirements, operating conditions, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare and review technical project documents including FMEA, safety risk assessments, ALARA reports, installation/commissioning plans, operating sequence flowcharts, execution storyboards, and operating and maintenance manuals.
• Define and verify design requirements, flow down customer and industry requirements, and ensure machine compliance.
• Prepare and review vendor technical specifications, interface with vendors, conduct acceptance testing and buy‑off of equipment at vendor sites.
• Use verification matrices to plan and execute all design/system requirements verification, including engineering drawings, simulations, POP testing, factory acceptance testing, and site acceptance testing.
• Plan acceptance testing, prepare test plans, secure resources, and lead test execution with the customer.
• Plan, execute and monitor systems design and development, prepare design plans, lead design reviews, and manage technical risk.
• Identify, quantify and mitigate technical risk using CTRAs and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage project technical risk throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with budget and schedule.
• Manage and monitor third‑party equipment vendors for compliance, budget, and schedule.
• Communicate time estimates and resource requirements to department and project managers.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives, including development of standards and procedures.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Develop and verify design concepts and labor hour estimates for quote preparation.
• Provide design support for CSA B51 and CSA N285.0 pressure boundary components within the ATS Certificate of Authorization as required.
• Follow CSA N299/B51/N285/NQA quality requirements as defined in ATS QA manuals and procedures.
• Work as a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW) and in radioactive environments, including nuclear site work.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Work in a healthy and safe manner, report violations, and participate in safety culture.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures and legal requirements.
• Do not remove or alter safety devices unless conditions are controlled.
• Report unsafe conditions, defective equipment, or incidents to supervisors.
• Use required protective equipment for assigned tasks.
• Attend required health, safety, and environmental training.
• Assist in investigation of accidents/incidents.
• Avoid prank, contests, or other activities that could endanger safety.

Qualifications

Education: Post‑secondary degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems Design, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, Engineering Science, or equivalent. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario preferred.

Experience: Ten years of experience in engineering design, development, and qualification of custom machinery, systems, or equipment. Five years of experience in nuclear tooling and equipment development and testing, preferably with field support. Thorough understanding of machine design and build, controls, structured problem solving, statistical analysis, and precision engineering principles. Strong written and oral communication and leadership or team collaboration skills.

Benefits

• $48.00 – $66.00 hourly pay.
• Eligible for annual incentive bonus.
• Stock purchase plan.
• 3 weeks vacation.
• Health care benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account.
• Employee engagement events.
• Employee development programs.

EEO Statement

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

If you’re excited about this role but do not meet all the qualifications, you are still encouraged to apply.