Civil/Structural Engineer
AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.
The Civil Engineering Departments within the CANDU Energy is engaged in nuclear civil engineering work involving structural analysis, civil design, ageing management to support the life extension, plant modification and service work of existing Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) and New Builds. Civil/Structural engineers are required to perform structural and seismic analysis, seismic margin assessment, and structural design as well as prepare and issue analysis, design, and assessment documents.
CANDU Energy Inc.is looking to hire multiple Civil/Structural engineers for full time term/permanent positions. The types of engineering work include structural and seismic analysis, structural design check and assessment of structures, systems, and components. Documentation to be produced include analysis reports, design calculations, design Reports, technical specifications, and design requirements. The candidate should be familiar with the use of one analysis program such as ANSYS, SAP2000, STAAD Pro, SSASI, ETABS, SAFE etc.
This is an opportunity for those wishing to participate in the CANDU Energy nuclear services business and will provide valuable career development opportunities in support of operating NPPs and New Build Civil/Structural analysis and design.
Location: SP1 Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Your role within the team:
- Perform structural analysis, seismic qualification and assessment, structural design, and ageing management.
- Prepare engineering design calculations for structural systems involving steel, reinforced concrete and masonry and prepare design documents and compile engineering packages.
- Adhere to applicable code, standard and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze structural systems and elements as required using Analysis Software programs; Assist in timely and quality project delivery.
- Assist Sr. Engineers in day-to-day engineering activities and coordination.
- Play assigned role in the project(s).
- Develop conceptual design, preliminary design and detailed design.
- Prepare technical specification documents.
- Ensure the quality and consistency, accuracy, and neatness of engineering deliverables.
- Apply sound engineering principles to assigned engineering activities.
- Compliance with applicable QA procedures and being responsible for producing quality work.
- Accountable for the delivering all engineering deliverables/task to achieve project objectives within specified timelines and budgets.
- Perform walk-downs and inspections.
- Assist the Team Lead for work plans and deliverables and ensure adequacy of scopes, budgets and schedules.
- Provide technical instructions to Junior staff or designers to develop engineering documentation.
- Review and comment on the work performed by the others to ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical information and design documentation.
- Check the work performed meets the quality requirements in accordance with Company QA programs and manuals.
- Perform plant walkdowns as and if required in support of design requirements definition and detailed engineering of design modifications.
- Provide engineering input and support to Field Engineering groups.
- Obtain inputs as required from plant commissioning, operations, and maintenance personnel and client engineering and scientific specialists in interfacing disciplines.
- Prepare engineering design calculations for structural systems involving steel, reinforced concrete and masonry elements as per the relevant CSA Standards and applicable codes.
- Analyze structural systems and elements as required using ANSYS, SAP2000, STAAD Pro, SSASI and other structural programs; and
- Participate in formal engineering design and other reviews as may be mandated for the design changes in question.
The ideal candidate:
- Civil Engineering degree from an accredited University with 8-12 years of structural analysis and design experience in steel and concrete structures.
- Master degree and above is an asset.
- Deep and thorough understanding of structural engineering gained through a combination of design-office and site experience.
- Thorough knowledge of standard Codes and standards used in Civil/Structural engineering.
- Thorough knowledge of use of at least one Analysis software commonly used in Civil/Structural engineering such as StaadPro, SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE, etc.
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft office and Mathcad.
- Adequate knowledge of established Nuclear QA guidelines, procedures and practices is preferable.
- Adequate knowledge of applicable Nuclear safety codes and regulations is an asset.
- Licensed in a professional engineering organization recognized in Canada; preferably registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.
- Sound knowledge of Civil/Structural Engineering principles.
- Knowledge of modification process of Nuclear Power Plant; ECC process or similar is an asset.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Experience working collaboratively in a dynamic team-oriented environment.
- Must undertake assigned engineering work independently.
- Must be willing to work in multiple tasks/projects.
- Must have excellent problem-solving skills and analytical aptitude.
- Must have experience in working in a project environment.
- Must have good skills in time management and setting priorities.
- Must have good communication skills to coordinate team and interface with client.
- Must be able to demonstrate effective organizational skills.
- Must have working knowledge of NBCC, CSA and other applicable industry codes and standards.
- Self-motivated, and be able to seek practical solutions to engineering problems.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Ability to work in an ever-changing environment with conflicting priorities.
- Ability to manage to work effectively under tight schedules and budget.
- Eligible for Security Clearance through Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC).
- Travel to client site is required.
Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.
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