Electrical Engineer

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.

Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.

This position is part of the CRPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the CRPEG Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.

Why CNL? Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a

clean and secure world

excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders— pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most . From building the next generation of

clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies , to developing

targeted cancer treatments , to continuing our global leadership in

environmental remediation —we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days

Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period

Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing

A defined-benefit pension plan for your future security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow

Restoring and protecting the environment

Contributing to the health of Canadians

If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL! Location: Hybrid Onsite Eligible 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. This is a hybrid position, with a combination of remote work and onsite presence at our Chalk River Laboratory, Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!

Core Values

Respect

Teamwork

Accountability

Safety

Integrity

Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.

CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via jobs@cnl.ca . All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects.

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