Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Port Elgin, Ontario, Canada

AtkinsRéalis is looking to hire an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, for the Port Elgin location. This position is suited to a self‑motivated engineering professional who can work independently with appropriate guidance and collaborate effectively in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary team environment. The successful candidate will provide engineering services for nuclear power plant projects within a matrix organization.

• Develop practical engineering solutions for modifications to nuclear and conventional systems, structures and components.
• Prepare and review engineering deliverables, including calculations, assessments, technical specifications, drawings, bills of material, test or commissioning procedures, equipment data sheets and design reports.
• Perform conceptual and detailed design activities, including equipment sizing and selection, system layout, design evaluation and resolution of technical issues.
• Prepare and review procurement‑related documents, including engineering quotation requests, technical bid evaluations and vendor documentation.
• Support engineering change control activities and prepare design change packages in accordance with applicable client processes and procedures.
• Coordinate defined work scopes of moderate technical and commercial complexity; monitor progress and communicate status, risks and issues to project and engineering management.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, installation, testing and commissioning activities, and evaluate the completeness and status of delivered equipment.
• Conduct technical meetings, site walkdowns and visits to client or supplier facilities, as required.
• Interface with clients, suppliers, drafting personnel and other engineering disciplines to obtain information, resolve issues and maintain design integration.
• Ensure work complies with applicable codes, standards, regulatory requirements, quality programs, project requirements and schedules.
• Contribute to proposals, cost estimates and other project development activities.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members, as appropriate.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in mechanical, chemical, nuclear engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario, or eligibility to obtain registration, is preferred where required by the role.
• A minimum of four years of relevant experience in mechanical, process, equipment or systems design within an industrial environment; nuclear industry experience is preferred.
• Experience preparing and reviewing engineering deliverables such as calculations, assessments, specifications, drawings, bills of material, test procedures or design reports.
• Experience supporting procurement, vendor coordination, manufacturing, installation, testing or commissioning activities.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals, including process systems, equipment design, materials selection, mechanics of materials and component sizing or selection.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering codes, standards, regulatory requirements and quality assurance practices.
• Ability to manage priorities, deliver results and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Willingness to travel to and work at client, project or supplier sites, as required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Bruce Power Qualifications such: OE, ADE, IEE and Maximo are considered an asset.
• Completion of key Nuclear Power School courses and exposure to system level Bruce Power training is considered an asset.
• Experience with pressure‑boundary design, system code classification, licensing, design registration or interfaces with regulatory authorities.
• Experience with client engineering change control processes, procedures and related asset‑management systems.
• Experience with analytical or engineering software tools.
• Experience working under nuclear power plant procedures, practices, security requirements or site qualifications.
• Working knowledge of applicable nuclear and pressure‑boundary codes and standards, such as CSA N285, CSA B51, ASME Section III, ASME Section VIII and ASME B31.1.
• Knowledge of CANDU nuclear power plant systems, equipment and components.
• Adaptability and effectiveness in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong presentation, leadership and customer‑focused communication skills.
• Valid Bruce Power Security Clearance is an asset.

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