Our Licensed Nuclear Facilities Department is looking for a Zero Energy Deuterium 2 (ZED-2) Technologist! Can you see yourself in a role ensuring the safe and compliant operation of our ZED-2 Reactor, working as a team member to not only contribute to experimental work but also supervise maintenance personnel and assist with operations documentation? If so, apply today.

What will you be doing!

• Performing and assisting with the design, installation, and testing of experimental equipment.
• Safely operating the ZED-2 Reactor.
• Ensuring that the equipment within the facility operates safely and efficiently in accordance with regulations and procedures.
• Performing operational activities in accordance with procedures, work plans, and manuals.
• Modelling expected operational behaviours.
• Assisting in developing work plans and procedures.
• Supervising Maintenance personnel.
• Solving technical problems involved with equipment and procedures.
• Performing independent inspections and tests.
• Recording observations and data.
• Performing a variety of duties and tasks without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Working as an effective team member and responding to challenging schedule demands.
• Participating in facility compliance activities, such as CNSC or IAEA inspections, or other internal requirements; and
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

-Education

• Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position, Such as Mechanical Engineering Technology, Materials Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Welding Engineering Technology and normally has two to three (2-3) years of pertinent technological experience.OR
• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent and has five to eight (5-8) years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training. -Experience
• Experience in a licensed nuclear facility is an asset.
• Experience with fuel handling is an asset.
• Hands-on experience performing experiments is desirable.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical experiment equipment setup is an asset.
• Experience in instrumentation for experiments and/or measurement systems would be an asset.
• Experience in a nuclear facility would be an asset. -Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Conduct of Operations Procedures would be an asset.
• Ability to demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to demonstrate expected operational behaviours.
• Strong computer skills (including Word and Excel).
• Working knowledge of CAD is desirable.
• Demonstrating ability in technical problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, unusual or hazardous conditions.
• Consistently works to high standards and demands the same from others.
• Demonstrating team leadership skills, including the ability to develop a collaborative team oriented to work in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• An aptitude in learning new skills, multitasking, meeting deadlines, and achieving objectives and goals.
• Basic knowledge of experimental reactor physics methods, including neutron transport theory, neutron diffusion theory and computer codes would be an asset. -Security Clearance Eligibility Required
• Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Working Conditions:

• Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.
• This position is part of the USW 1568 unionand is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in their Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.
• Work in moderate-radiation-hazard environments where personal protective equipment is required.
• This work will require standing and concentrating on the task at hand for extended periods.
• Expected to work with hands in an operations setting.
• Work location will be in CNL’s controlled area (radiation training provided; must be able to use a respirator; frequent monitoring is necessary; security checkpoints are part of the daily routine; daily commute by foot from the parking lot to the work area is required).
• The environment demands high vigilance to alarms, lights and signals as a safety requirement.
• Ability to respond calmly and responsibly to emergency situations.

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for aclean and secure worldexcite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation ofclean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developingtargeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership inenvironmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

-**Paid time off:**vacation, sick, personal, and floater days -Benefits effective Day One– no waiting period -Tuition supportto help you keep learning and growing

• Adefined-benefit pensionplan or adefined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Deliveringclean energyfor today and tomorrow -Restoring and protectingthe environment
• Contributing to thehealth of Canadians

If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL!

Location: Onsite

Located in the heart of theOttawa Valley,our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting withforests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such asDeep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleledoutdoor adventuresand a fantasticwork-life balance.

Please note:This is afully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory inOntario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotesequity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!

We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in ourCore Values:

-Respect -Teamwork -Accountability -Safety -Integrity -Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningfulcareer development opportunities and accommodationsfor all employees.

CNL is anequal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via jobs@cnl.ca. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.