Job Description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to contribute to the developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs of electrical power systems! Do you have experience providing integrated project management, engineering, design, and construction services for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Apply today!

What will you be doing!

Being assigned as a design job leader, including job management and execution oversight. Providing job updates and status reports to management. Guiding the work of several professional engineers and technologists, coordinating schedules and assigning tasks to reach an overall objective within cost, quality and time requirements. Providing mentorship and technical oversight to junior staff. Designing of retrofits and modifications to existing electrical engineering systems. Designing of electrical distribution systems, medium and low voltage (Class 1 through Class IV) power supply systems, alarm systems, lighting systems etc. Understanding specifications of technical components for electrical systems. Implementing continuous improvement strategies and opportunities for design optimization. Recognizing design risks and proactively tackling potential challenges. Staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to encourage innovation. Spearheading initiatives for design optimization, cost reduction, and product enhancements Performing electrical power studies (e.g. load flow, short circuit, coordination and arc flash) using power studies software (preferably ETAP). Preparing design documentation, including concept reports, design requirements, design descriptions, design manuals, design guides, technical specifications, and technical notes. Providing engineering support during the construction, installation and commissioning project phases. Being a customer liaison. Providing subject matter expert review and acceptance of designs prepared by outside agencies. Providing the Design Authority oversight for Electrical engineering projects at the Chalk River site. Developing engineering specifications and standards facilitates a consistent design approach. Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

Education + At a minimum, a Bachelor's degree (honours) in engineering or applied science, specializing in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, from an accredited university of recognized standing.
+ P.Eng. A license is required.
Experience + At a minimum, eight (8) years' experience in Electrical Engineering.
+ Experience in the nuclear industry is an asset.
+ Experience in the technical procurement process, including supplier qualification reviews, bid evaluations, review and acceptance of technical deliverables and monitoring contractor performance vs. technical specifications.
+ Experience in the maintenance of electrical systems or equipment.
+ Experience in performing electrical power studies using software such as ETAP.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities + Ability to exercise sound judgment in technical matters, routinely solve technical problems, and make independent decisions.
+ Demonstrated performance in providing engineering oversight to various jobs of various sizes.
+ Excellent oral and written English communication skills; previous experience making technical presentations to small and large audiences.
+ Demonstrated effective team leadership and team-building skills.
+ Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and interact with staff at various levels of the organization.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of engineering codes and standards used in designing, constructing, and commissioning nuclear and non-nuclear facilities.
+ Ability to exercise sound judgement in technical matters, routinely solve technical problems, and make independent decisions.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of CSA N286/N285 quality standards.
+ An excellent understanding of the regulatory and Quality Assurance requirements is required.
Security Clearance Eligibility Required + Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a

minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.

CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security."

Working Conditions:

Environment demands, high vigilance to alarms, lights and signals as a safety requirement. Working at a desk for long periods of time. Field trips are made to support, troubleshoot, and perform minor electrical system revisions.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.


We offer a complete total rewards package :

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal); Benefits effective day one, that's right, no waiting period; Tuition support; and a pension!


Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

Clean energy for today and tomorrow. Restore and protect the Environment. Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:

CNL works with employees across our Canadian locations to enable remote work when possible. This role requires that the majority of time worked be at CNL's Chalk River Laboratory site while also providing opportunities to work remotely, where possible, if desired by the employee. CNL's Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep! In fact, Deep River was named the fourth best place to live in Canada in a recent ranking by movingwaldo.com.


CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.


CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.


CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.


The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Metis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.


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