Stress Analyst/Engineer, 1-year contract

Job Title

Stress Analyst/Engineer, 1‑year contract

Company

BWXT Canada Ltd.

Location

Cambridge, ON

About BWXT

BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc., with more than 60 years of experience in the design, manufacturing, and servicing of nuclear power generation equipment. Our team collaborates on steam generators, heat exchangers, process vessels, and related components across multiple sites in Canada.

Position Overview

As a Stress Analyst/Engineer, you will perform structural qualification of nuclear components and thermal‑hydraulic analysis of heat exchanger equipment, providing critical input to project engineering and ensuring compliance with ASME and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform varied engineering assignments as part of a project, following established procedures and collaborating with senior engineers.
• Conduct analysis and design qualification using finite element analysis or classical closed‑form solutions, including structural, transient thermal, heat‑transfer, CFD, response spectrum, time‑history seismic, and flow‑induced vibration analysis.
• Prepare calculations, reports, and design qualification documentation, and evaluate non‑conformances as needed.
• Provide input to project engineering to set design criteria and ensure acceptance to ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and customer specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field with a strong background in solid or fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
• 5+ years of experience in finite element analysis, using codes such as ANSYS or ABAQUS, and familiarity with numerical packages such as MathCAD or MATLAB.
• Knowledge of nuclear plant functions and ASME BPV Code is an asset; familiarity with CSA S16 or equivalent structural codes is also an asset.
• Proven problem‑solving and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible or hybrid work schedules, including compressed workweek options.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications.
• Wellness programs such as gym membership discounts and mental health support.
• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture.

Compensation

Base salary range: $73,000 – $106,000 per year. Total compensation may include a variable annual cash incentive and other benefits as the selected candidate receives an offer.

EEO Statement

BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity and offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.