Technical Manager - Mechanical and Process Engineering

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AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. It has been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world for more than 60 years. The company steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology applies extensive knowledge and experience in areas such as Nuclear Steam Plant (NSP) engineering, Balance of Plant (BOP) engineering, Plant Life Management and Extension, Retube Tooling Systems, Inspection and Maintenance Services, Steam Generator Replacement, Plant Equipment Refurbishment, and Retrofits. The Nuclear Canada business is experiencing significant growth driven by planned new‑build projects worldwide and domestically.

• Managing the design process from concept to preliminary to detailed design to installation at a new build station of Process and Mechanical Systems, including definition of system functional and performance requirements and environmental and seismic qualification.
• Lead a team of Mechanical, Process Designers and Engineering Professionals (Engineers, Stress Analysts, Technical Specialists, Designers and/or Technologists/Technicians).
• Manage engineering work with interfacing requirements involving other engineering teams (Civil, Mechanical, Human Factors, Procurement, Quality, etc.).
• Plan and execute work consistent with quality, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee design activities related to the completion of fundamental design for a nuclear power plant.
• Participate in and lead the preparation of commercial and engineering proposals and approve the technical content of proposals prepared under their direction.
• Ensure work is conducted in accordance with applicable Engineering and Quality Assurance procedures, contract specifications, and technical requirements.
• Interface with stakeholders—including Engineering peers, Modelling, Procurement, Construction representatives, and prospective equipment and/or system vendors—to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements and are constructable, operable, and maintainable.
• Ensure department deliverables are produced within budget, schedule, quality, and technical requirements.
• Remove barriers that could impact safety, quality, cost, or schedule performance.
• Forecast resource demands for the assigned work scope, including required skills, capabilities, and durations.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario with good standing.
• 10+ years of experience supporting various project types (engineering services, refurbishments, new build construction), with 5+ years leading teams. Experience on a new build project is an asset.
• Experience managing engineering work with interfacing requirements involving Process/Systems, Mechanical, Physics, Safety, Licensing, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Human Factors, Procurement, Quality Assurance, Contracts, and Construction, including prospective equipment and/or system vendors.
• Experience working within a Quality Management System (CSA N286) and quality standards (CSA N299) and other applicable standards and nuclear regulatory guides.
• Working knowledge of/experience with CSA, IEC, IEEE, and suites of standards for Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control Engineering and other applicable nuclear regulatory guides.
• Experience in regulatory communications in a regulated industry is an asset.
• Experience working in a nuclear facility licensed in Canada is an asset.
• Will need to travel to and potentially work at sites to meet business needs, including project sites and equipment/component suppliers.
• Eligible to obtain Security Clearance with Public Services and Procurement Canada.

• Explore rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a flexible benefits package tailored to health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle needs.
• Access diverse opportunities for training and professional development.
• Benefit from a hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance work and personal life.
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We’re a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers, and project managers, we engineer a better future for our planet and its people.