Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

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The Opportunity

Position: Senior Engineer/Scientist, Nuclear and Mechanical                     

Employment Type: Permanent        

Pillar: Design, Engineering and Sites                                         

Hours:37.5                         

Location:393 University Avenue. Toronto Ontario                      

Kinectrics has a growing portfolio of services supporting the development and deployment of new nuclear power plants in Canada and around the world. This includes Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Reactors of all technology types, as well as emerging nuclear technologies such as: nuclear fuel cycle facilities, and integrated modules to aid in the deployment of such technologies. Additionally, the market continues to grow for highly integrated clean energy technologies which use a nuclear reactor as a heat source such as high temperature hydrogen production cycles, process heating loads, desalination, synthetic fuels and materials production, district heating, etc.

A newly formed section, Advanced Reactor Design, has been established to lead this exciting new area of growth for Kinectrics. This section is a design hub for all SMR, Advanced Reactor, and New Build services within Kinectrics and works in a highly collaborative manner with all service lines of the company. This section will lead the reactor design services for SMRs/ Advanced Reactors & related technologies, which include system reactor core design, process/hydraulic design, advanced electrical, I&C design, and the associated application of SMR-related design codes & standards.

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

• Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world. Find satisfaction in work that really matters, working alongside and as part of the best and brightest in the industry.
• Growth: To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, we are growing more each day, which means more opportunities for you. We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company thanks to a number of significant training and personal development opportunities.
• Innovation: Our staff proudly develop innovations that push the industry forward.
• Diversity: The company is dedicated to promoting diversity in its workforce, up to and including the senior management level. Our diversity committee ensures we stay up to date on leading trends and best practices, creating a desirable workspace for each and every one of our employees.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive total compensation package unmatched by most industries throughout North America.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

• Provide input and direction to the development of conceptual/detailed equipment designs as they progress through a structured design process
• Provide technical oversight and mentoring of more junior members of the Engineering team
• Perform Mechanical engineering analysis and/or reactor core design and analysis
• Interface with construction/procurement partners and utility stakeholders, 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.
• Understand and assess client problems and determine appropriate means of solution.

• Interface effectively with other staff on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Stay current with developments within their field of expertise.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• Mechanical or Nuclear engineering activities including:
  • Piping and process systems design, including preparation of system design specification, flow diagrams, piping isometric drawings.
  • Preparation of equipment and components sizing calculations, technical specifications, and design drawings.
  • Design of modular engineered systems including skid-type systems and components
  • Vendor-interface and preparation of equipment & component specifications to facilitate procurement including selection of nuclear (Class 1/2/3) and conventional (Class 6) valves, flanges, fittings, pumps and heat exchangers.
  • Design assistance with technical evaluations, independent third-party reviews, design walkdowns, system hydraulic calculations, component sizing calculations and HVAC flow balance calculations.
• New build design or SMR design experience is considered a strong asset
• Experience with Nuclear safety & licensing experience would be considered an asset
• Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards including but not limited to CSA N285, ASME Section III, Section VIII and/or B31.1, ASME Section III Appendix XXIII qualification is considered an asset.
• Experience in the use of piping and analysis software such as CAESAR II, AutoPipe, PipeStress is an asset.
• Assist in development of proposals and negotiation of contracts with clients
• Working knowledge of Nuclear Quality Assurance Standards such as N299 and CSA N286.
• A Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Nuclear Engineering (or equivalent) is required.
• Candidates are expected to have or to pursue attainment of the P.Eng. designation.
• Good time management skills and demonstrated capability to interface effectively with and gain the trust of station customers.
• Effective project management skills are an asset
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in other countries is an asset.
• A period of 8+ years relevant experience is considered necessary.

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.