Jr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Category : Engineering

Location : McArthur River

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

McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world's largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power.

Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world.

The Role

As a member of McArthur River's maintenance engineering department, you will report to the chief maintenance engineer. Your knowledge of mechanical equipment and design will be relied upon to support surface and underground operations.

You are responsible for applying corporate policies, procedures, technical and safety standards, and regulations (Federal, Provincial, corporate and SHEQ) in your day-to-day work.

In this role, you will :

• Perform various engineering tasks and assignments, including equipment failure investigations, equipment inspections, developing repair plans, mining / process equipment design, drafting, equipment selection, vendor support, 3rd party design review, scope of work development
• Provide technical support to maintenance, process, & mining department as required on a continuous basis to support Cameco's safety, environment, & production goals
• Manage small capital or maintenance projects as required
• Perform design & drafting to improve the equipment life
• Support the site equipment refurbishment program
• Support site operational reliability program to achieve the goal of operational excellence
• Support construction & commissioning team as required
• Receive on the job training through regular design and engineering tasks and assist our senior engineers in carrying out technical tasks using prescribed analysis, design, or computational methods
• Maximize equipment availability, reliability and performance through effective problem solving, root cause failure analysis and proactive maintenance practices

Required :

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• Up to four years of experience in engineering, fabrication or construction would be an asset
• Solid experience with mechanical software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, and other mechanical analysis software
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills
• Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft

Recommended :

• Previous experience in an underground mining environment
• Interest and or experience in data driven smart 3D modelling, industrial automation, lean principles, and value engineering

Conditions of 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&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• RRSP and RPP matching program
• Career development opportunities
• 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.

Req ID # : 39964

Posted : June 13, 2024

Posting end date : July 4, 2024

Salary Range : $83,000 - $104,000

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan's North (RSN).

The physical and psychological safety of our employee's 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.

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