Senior Fuel Handling Engineer

Job DescriptionAre you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You've come to the right place!
Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to engineering to a better future for our planet and its people.
AtkinsRéalis is looking to hire a Senior Fuel Handling Engineer. This position requires experienced individuals who are self-starter capable of working independently and leading/supervising junior engineers. The individuals will work in a fast-paced team environment performing engineering services for Nuclear Power Plants within a matrix organization.
Job Responsibilities:
Perform conceptual and detailed engineering design for fuel handling mechanical equipment and associated D2O, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams throughout design, procurement, manufacturing, assembly, testing and commissioning activities.
Prepare, review and approve design requirements, technical specifications, calculations, drawings, test plans, commissioning procedures and regulatory submission packages.
Perform engineering analyses, including component sizing, flow network analysis, stress analysis and heat load assessments, to support design integrity and compliance.
Define scope of work, plan and coordinate engineering activities, monitor progress, manage priorities and maintain effective communication with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Apply applicable engineering standards, codes, procedures and professional judgement to resolve complex technical issues and develop practical, compliant solutions.
Provide pre-order and post-order engineering support, including cost estimates, quotation requests, technical evaluations, purchase requisitions and disposition of design deviations or non-conformances.
Coordinate technical interfaces with engineering disciplines, drafting, quality surveillance, manufacturing, assembly, testing organizations, clients and suppliers.
Lead or participate in technical meetings, site visits and supplier visits to support design development, issue resolution and project execution.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, including work review, task assignment, schedule support and contribution to staff development activities.
Conduct site visits at nuclear generating stations and suppliers.
Provide engineering support to quality surveillance, manufacturing, assembly and testing with non-conformances.
Evaluate the completeness and status of delivered equipment.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?
The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
A work environment focused on health and safety.
About You
Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university with a minimum of 10 years of experience in machine design, automation, equipment, tooling, fluid power, hydraulic control or water process control design and minimum 5 years in nuclear industry.
Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario.
Strong knowledge of machine mechanics, mechanics of materials, material selection and machine component design.
Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics and process control design, including open- and closed-loop hydraulic circuits.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience working collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet tight deadlines, respond to urgent situations and travel as required.
Additional, preferred qualifications
Knowledge of pressure boundary work, including pressure vessel design, analysis, code classification, code class boundary, non-destructive examination and design registration.
Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections II, III, V, VIII and IX.
Knowledge of CSA N285.0 requirements for pressure-retaining systems and components in CANDU nuclear power plants.
Knowledge of CSA B51 requirements for boilers, pressure vessels and pressure piping.
Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing standards.
Presentation and public speaking skills.
Knowledge of seismic and environmental qualification methods and processes.
CAD experience in Solid Edge or SolidWorks.
About AtkinsRéalisCreated by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s'infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital.
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