Nuclear Technologist

Major Duties

Collaborates with the design and assembly team, project management, and customers to develop, test, and implement system solutions—including prototype equipment—that meet customer process requirements. Has direct responsibility for mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems, with input and support from mechanical and electrical assembly teams and controls/software engineering.

Specific Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides input to and reviews design requirements, specifications, design documentation, and drawings.
• Learns the customer’s process and becomes the local subject matter expert to support system design, integration, and verification.
• Participates in risk mitigation activities by preparing conceptual technical risk assessments, working with engineering teams and external vendors during the design phase, and performing proof‑of‑principle testing.
• Participates in design reviews with customers, vendors, and internal design groups.
• Supports system and equipment integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Accountable for verifying that systems and equipment meet defined design requirements.
• Prepares or contributes to test plans for proof of concept, design verification, and acceptance testing.
• Prepares or contributes to engineering documentation, including Safety Risk Assessments, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Installation and Commissioning Plans, and Operating and Maintenance Manuals.
• Conducts testing activities (design verification, factory acceptance, site acceptance, etc.) to validate compliance with design requirements and prepares test reports.
• Provides on‑site support for tooling and equipment as required.
• Provides technical support to worldwide operational divisions as required.
• Maintains Nuclear Energy Worker status and performs work in environments with radiological hazards, including nuclear site locations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinates project activities with suppliers and conducts evaluations or acceptance testing of process‑critical third‑party equipment.
• Assists with the development of system design concepts and labour hour estimates during proposal and quotation preparation.
• Participates in department‑level or organizational continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provides engineering and assembly support, including support related to construction of CSA B51 and CSA N285.0 pressure boundary components under the organization’s Certificate of Authorization.
• Strictly follows CSA N285/NQA quality requirements as defined in the Quality Assurance manual and procedures.
• Ensures all business activities are conducted with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the organization’s Code of Business Conduct.
• Adheres to all health and safety rules, policies, and procedures.

Health and Safety Requirements

Worker Responsibilities

All employees are responsible for working in a healthy and safe manner, promptly reporting health, safety, or environmental concerns to their supervisor or manager, and actively participating in the organization’s safety culture.

Employee Responsibilities Include

• Working in accordance with health, safety, and environmental procedures and complying with applicable legislative requirements.
• Refraining from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energy is properly controlled through lockout/tagout procedures.
• Reporting unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, equipment defects, and any accidents or incidents to a supervisor.
• Ensuring required personal protective equipment is used for assigned tasks.
• Attending all required health, safety, and environmental training.
• Assisting in accident or incident investigations when applicable.
• Refraining from pranks, contests, feats of strength, unnecessary running, or rough or boisterous conduct.

Qualifications

Education

• Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Electromechanical Engineering Technology diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation is preferred.

Experience

• Experience in nuclear tooling or equipment development, testing, and field support is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of machine design and build practices, as well as structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead or work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary project team.