Junior Reactor Analysis Engineer

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Location – Pickering, ON

We are currently seeking Mechanical Design Analysts to support our ongoing and upcoming CANDU6 Retube projects. This position requires an individual who is self-motivated and capable of working independently or under the instruction from a senior technical engineer and develop his/her career and experience in the nuclear field. The candidate shall be able to follow the instructions from a lead professional engineer to complete the assigned mechanical related scopes or tasks and develop necessary engineering design documentation as required.

Your role within the team:

The qualified individual will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Join the team to complete the design analysis of CANDU reactor systems, structures and components, including mechanical equipment.
• Perform engineering calculations to support design of nuclear pressure boundary components.
• Prepare formal technical reports suitable for review by the client and their regulatory authorities.
• Review design documents, calculations, and analysis reports.
• Perform engineering work following AtkinsRéalis/Candu Energy QA programs, and applicable codes, standards, and regulation requirements.
• Model complex vessel and equipment arrangements using finite element techniques.
• Prepare engineering computations and analyses using applicable software (e.g., ANSYS Mechanical (APDL preferred or Workbench), and LSDYNA. etc.).
• Performing thermal, fatigue, seismic, linear and non-linear analyses in accordance with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, Div.1 code requirements.
• Prepare TSSA registration packages for pressure boundary modifications.
• May be requested by Engineering Manager to lead technical packages with a small or large team of Designers and Stress Analysts.
• Provide prompt response and engineering resolutions on any critical engineering related matters.
• Complete the assigned scopes or tasks within the given budget and schedule, and in good quality.

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:

• A Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from a university of recognized standing.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario is preferred.
• Minimum 3 Years of related work experience in mechanical engineering within a heavily regulated industrial environment such as: nuclear, mining, oil & gas, power, etc.
• Site experience in construction, or commissioning of plant mechanical systems for nuclear or other heavily regulated industries would be an asset.
• Design engineering experience in nuclear class 1, 2, 3 vessels and/or equipment for Nuclear Power Plants is preferable.
• Experience in Stress Analysis using ANSYS Mechanical (APDL preferred over Workbench), LSDYNA, ABAQUS, MATLAB, MathCAD, or other similar software programs are required.
• Must have knowledge of mechanical and piping systems or equipment (knowledge of CANDU design, including the Calandria Vessel and fuel channels would be preferred).
• Working knowledge of CSA N285.0, N289, B51 and ASME Section III codes and any other applicable standards or regulatory guides related to permanent plant components, pressure boundary equipment, and/or reactor systems is preferred.
• Qualified or eligible to be qualified as ASME Appendix XXIII is an asset.
• Must be able to apply technical principles in a logical and practical manner to resolve engineering issues or technical problems.
• Must be willing to become a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW), although this will not be a regular requirement as part of the job.
• Must have excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

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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