Job Description

Overview
 

CANDU Energy Inc./AtkinsRéalis Nuclear Inc. is actively seeking qualified Senior Mechanical Machine CAD Designer to support engineering roles for nuclear projects in major areas, such as, new build in the province of Ontario, international new builds, refurbishment, and continuous plant operation support modifications for nuclear power plants.

Your role

This position requires working on fast paced technically complex projects in the nuclear industries. Typical duties and essential functions will include but not be limited to the preparation, design, modification, coordination, and/or review of the following:

• Prepare electronic documents in AutoCAD, Microstation, Solid Edge, SolidWorks and other relevant CAD tools.
• Create precise 3D models for design and visualization, using Model-Based Definition (MBD) to define all product specifications.
• Follow client driven file management system for document storage.
• Prepare engineering deliverables for both nuclear and conventional systems in accordance with AtkinsRéalis Nuclear Inc./Candu Energy Quality Assurance Programs and project requirements.
• Apply relevant Codes & Standards and regulatory requirements and coordinate with design team to ensure compliance.
• Interface with Engineering teams, throughout the lifecycle of the design project (i.e., from preliminary and conceptual engineering to detailed design, implementation and close-out) to provide practical and effective solutions as per requirements.
• Must be “Team” oriented with a demonstrated ability to work well with other and promote a positive work environment.

About you

• College diploma or equivalent work experience with a minimum of  9 years in mechanical design and drafting.
• Individuals are expected to have advanced knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD applications. Such as AutoCAD or MicroStation and SolidWorks.
• Familiar with machine design, GD&T (including ASME Y14.5 standards, symbol interpretation, and tolerance analysis), and welding principles (MIG, TIG, arc welding, and welding symbol representation).
• Good understanding of mechanical design principles. Understanding manufacturing processes (machining, welding, and additive manufacturing) and their influence on design decisions.
• Revise existing drawings/3D models (relative to the discipline) from detailed verbal or written instructions, and/or marked up drawings.
• Prepare drawings/3D models (relative to the discipline) of high complexity. As requested, implement any necessary design changes, calculations and materials selection – with minimal assistance from more senior staff.
• Ensure CAD file configuration management and storage are as per procedure.
• ASME Code knowledge considered an asset.
• Ability to take marked up engineering drawings and incorporate changes into drawing and modelling files.
• Recognized as a technical leader, providing mentoring and technical leadership and supporting larger or more complex projects through subject‑matter expertise.
• Develops and maintains CAD procedures and standards to support quality and consistency.
• Plans and organizes work, contributes to estimates and schedules, and proactively supports on‑time, on‑budget deliver.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with staff in a team environment as well as independently.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.