Technologist, Nuclear Electronics

Cameco Corporation; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus

Relocation costs

Job summary

Cameco Corporation is seeking an electronics/instrumentation technician for alphaNUCLEAR in Saskatoon. You will fabricate, repair and calibrate specialized equipment used in uranium exploration and mining, including electronic systems and PCB design, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The role involves troubleshooting small electro-mechanical and air sampling devices and occasional travel to northern Saskatchewan by aircraft.

Qualifications

• Diploma in electronics or instrumentation.
• Two+ years of experience with small electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing small electro-mechanical and air sampling devices.
• Commitment to safety and high-quality work.
• Occasional commute to northern Saskatchewan sites by aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair and calibrate products supplied and serviced by alphaNUCLEAR.
• Demonstrate knowledge of electronic systems and perform repairs and modifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair small electro-mechanical and air sampling devices.
• Design and fabrication of electronic systems, including PCB design.
• Work with data communication circuitry, data logging equipment and battery power systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety-conscious

Electrical repair

Electro-mechanical

Education

Diploma in electronics or instrumentation

Tools

Data communication circuitry

Data logging equipment

Battery power systems

Job description

Job Category: Technicians/Technologist Location: Saskatoon Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1) At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.

The Role

alphaNUCLEAR is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cameco that supplies, repairs and calibrates specialized equipment used in uranium exploration, mining and milling for detection and measurement of radiation and radon gas.

In This Role, You Will

• Be responsible for fabrication, repair and calibration of products supplied and serviced by alphaNUCLEAR.
• Demonstrate knowledge of electronic systems and the ability to perform repairs and modifications to these systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair small electro-mechanical and air sampling devices.
• Design and fabrication of electronic systems, including PCB and electronic system design.
• Work with data communication circuitry, data logging equipment and battery-power systems.

Required

• diploma in electronics or instrumentation;
• two or more years of applicable experience with small electronic and electro-mechanical equipment;
• equivalent combination of education and work experience considered;
• experience in troubleshooting and repairing small electro-mechanical and air sampling devices;
• demonstrated commitment to safety and high-quality work; and
• occasional commute to northern Saskatchewan sites by aircraft.

Recommended

• knowledge of radiation and radiation physics; and
• experience with data communication circuitry, data logging equipment and batter power systems.

Conditions Of Employment

• pre-employment substance test.

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes

• competitive compensation program with base and variable pay;
• flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account;
• fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&DD, disability benefits and paid vacation leave;
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs;
• RRSP and RPP matching program;
• career development opportunities; and
• relocation costs.

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.

Req ID #: 42511

Salary Range: $74,900 - $93,600

Safety Sensitive Site

The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.