Specialist Engineer - Piping and Support

slihrms; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Mississauga seeks a Specialist Engineer - Piping and Support to lead piping analysis across multiple CANDU projects. You will model piping and supports using advanced FE methods, perform thermal, fatigue and seismic analyses, and ensure compliance with ASME and CSA standards.

The role requires 15+ years in piping/pipe support design, PE Ontario registration, and strong client communication. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams in a nuclear

Qualifications

• Requires Engineering Degree in Mechanical verified by PEO.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario is mandatory.
• 15+ years in piping/pipe support design/analysis in heavy industry (nuclear preferred).
• Experience with PIPESTRESS; AUTOPIPE and other listed tools is required or asset.

Responsibilities

• Model complex piping and supports using finite element methods.
• Perform thermal, fatigue, seismic, linear and non-linear analyses per ASME codes.
• Prepare and review registration packages for pressure boundary components.
• Interface with regulators (e.g., CNSC, CSA) and stakeholders as needed.
• Provide technical guidance to Designers/Drafters and engineers.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Piping analysis

Team leadership

Engineering documentation

Client interaction

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer Ontario

Tools

PIPESTRESS

AUTOPIPE

GTStrudl

MCPLAK

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Candu Energy Inc. is a leading full-service nuclear technology company providing nuclear power reactors and nuclear products and services to customers worldwide. Our 1,200 highly skilled employees design and deliver state-of-the-art CANDU® reactors, carry out life extension projects, provide plant life management programs and tools, and offer operation and maintenance services for existing nuclear power stations. This role is based out of the Candu Energy Inc. home office in Mississauga.

AtkinsRéalis is currently looking for a Specialist Engineer - Piping and Support for Piping analysis to join our Engineering Excellence team in Mississauga. It will require a technical leadership role in the analysis of Piping, Piping supports, Piping in-line components and consulting support across all Candu projects This is a permanent position.

Your role

• Supporting multiple teams to model complex piping and support arrangement using finite element techniques.
• Performing thermal, fatigue, seismic, linear, and non-linear analyses in accordance with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, Div.1 code requirements.
• Perform complex engineering tasks with efficiency and accuracy.
• Understanding of technical documents such as engineering drawings and bill of materials, calculations, design specifications, design/analysis reports, design requirements, design manuals, technical specifications (for procurement, fabrication, and site installation), data sheets, system classification lists, code classifications, commissioning specifications, etc.
• Prepare and review registration packages for pressure boundary components.
• Interface with the regulatory bodies such as: TSSA, ISCIR, CNCAN, and CNSC, as required.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction to Designers/Drafters, and Engineers.
• Provide prompt response and engineering resolutions on any critical engineering related matters.
• Take a senior role in a group of Stress Engineers/Analysts on multiple CANDU 6 Retube Reactor Components tasks.
• Defining work scope, preparing budget estimates and schedules, and reporting progress.
• Report to engineering or project management with timely updates on project performance for the assigned scopes or tasks.
• Perform engineering work following AtkinsRealis/Candu Energy Quality Assurance programs, and applicable codes, standards, and regulation requirements.
• Coordinate and interface with client, suppliers, stakeholders and other design disciplines or department to execute assigned engineering work.

About you

• Engineering Degree in Mechanical from an accredited university or equivalent degree as recognized by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario is must.
• Minimum 15 years or more of related work experience in the field of Piping/pipe support design/analysis within a heavy industrial environment such as: mining, oil & gas, nuclear power; preferably with work experience in CANDU Piping analysis.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in stress analysis of pressure boundary components, for deadweight, thermal, and seismic conditions is must.
• Design engineering experience in nuclear piping systems is preferable.
• Experience in PIPESTRESS, is must.
• Experience in AUTOPIPE is an asset.
• Experience in other software, such as GTStrudl and MCPLAK is an asset.
• General knowledge of CANDU nuclear mechanical and piping/piping support systems or equipment.
• Working knowledge of CSA N285, CSA B51, CSA N289, ASME BPVC Section III, Div.1, ASME B31.1 and any other applicable standards or regulatory guides related to permanent plant components, pressure boundary equipment, and/or reactor systems is required.
• Qualified or eligible to be qualified as ASME Appendix XXIII is preferred.
• Must have excellent technical and practical skills to resolve engineering issues or technical problems.
• Must have excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Must have experience working in a team with other engineers, in completing highly technical integrated tasks.
• Demonstrate ability to interact effectively with clients at all levels of the client organization.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Must be capable of working independently, yet be an active team member supporting the project teams.
• Must be willing to become a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW), although this will not be a regular requirement as part of the position.

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 p