Technical Nuclear Applications Engineer

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Nuclear Applications Engineer to join their innovative team. In this role, you will develop cutting-edge automation solutions that significantly impact lives globally. You will be responsible for creating detailed technical proposals, managing project planning, and collaborating with engineers to design and develop products. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will drive the future of automation in the nuclear sector. Join a company committed to professional growth and a robust rewards package, including comprehensive health benefits and exciting work perks.

Benefits

Competitive starting salaries

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Employee bonus

RSP matching

Employee Share Purchase Program

Treat days

Gourmet coffee and beverages

Subsidized breakfast and lunches

Employee referral bonuses

Qualifications

• 3+ years in mechanical or electrical engineering, preferably in nuclear automation.
• Strong knowledge of robotics, machine controls, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative concepts for nuclear applications and manage proposal teams.
• Create detailed project plans, including costing and scheduling for nuclear projects.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Technical Proposal Writing

Robotics

Machine Controls

Welding Processes

Machining Processes

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Computerized Word Processing

Computerized Spreadsheets

Job description

Requisition ID: 13389

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Date: Apr 5, 2025

Technical Nuclear Applications Engineer

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget.

Major Duties

• Creates and develops innovative concepts for nuclear applications and detailed proposals for potential customers. Manages a proposal development team and performs a wide range of mechanical and electrical engineering functions in support of technical project planning.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for detailed project planning, including conceptual development, costing, scheduling, assessing risk, and writing detailed technical proposals for all types of nuclear applications.
• Assists engineers and other technical staff in design and development of products, systems, processes, and equipment by analyzing technical problems and proposing winning solutions.
• Integrates third party vendors and suppliers into the project as needed. Keeps up to date with the latest technology and innovations in the industry.
• Utilizes computer aided design, simulation, spreadsheets, and project management software to create detailed technical proposals.
• Clearly defines scope and deliverables and concisely communicates with the project team and customer.
• Obtains and prepares detailed estimates of time, quantities, labour and material costs required for work areas such as product design, testing, machine building, equipment installations and manufacturing processes.
• Travels to the customer’s site to assist in project or product development, working with engineering design specifications, objectives and standards.
• Works with Sales to create and deliver presentations to potential clients when required.
• Support the business unit quality system by maintaining QA procedures and participating in departmental audits as required.
• Advocate and foster a team environment within both the department and throughout the business unit.
• Act as the customer technical liaison during the pre-order process, in cooperation with the Sales Manager.
• Responsible for complete and accurate solution development and presentation to clients in response to RFQ or in fulfillment of account strategy.
• Ensure that the proposal is sent to the customer by the most efficient route to ensure it arrives on or before the deadline date.
• Emphasize continuous improvement as a long term goal and implement procedures and programs to achieve continuous improvement.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Systems, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Design, or equivalent is required.

Experience

• Three years’ experience in mechanical or electrical engineering support, preferably in a nuclear automation environment.
• Must have a working knowledge of robotics, machine controls and manufacturing processes and be able to keep abreast of leading-edge technology.
• In addition, must be familiar with the use of computerized word processing & computerized spreadsheets and AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar drawing package.
• An ability to present ideas, concepts and pricing information in a clear, concise manner suitable for technical audiences is essential.
• Understanding of welding and machining processes.

Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

• Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce.
• We offer a robust total rewards package: Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program.
• We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.
• We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program.

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.

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