Engineer/Scientist - Deterministic Safety Analyst

Kinectrics

$101K — $135K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Natural Science; Nuclear Engineering preferred.
  • 2-5 years of deterministic safety analysis experience, particularly in reactor physics or thermal hydraulics.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation is an asset.
  • Experience with safety analysis tools like RFSP, WIMS, and TRACE is preferred.
  • Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct safety analysis using industry-standard software.
  • Support operational CANDU power plants.
  • Develop new analytical methods and models.
  • Prepare technical documents for regulatory submissions.
  • Assess client problems and provide effective solutions.
  • Manage projects and lead teams as necessary.
  • Communicate analysis results and recommendations.

Benefits

  • Career development alongside industry experts.
  • Opportunities for training and personal development.
  • Commitment to diversity in the workforce.
  • Competitive total compensation package.
  • Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

Position: Deterministic Safety Engineer/Analyst

Employment Type: Permanent

Employment Level: Entry / Intermediate

Location: 393 University Avenue, Toronto, ON

Department: Nuclear Safety & Licensing

Reports to: Director, Deterministic Safety Analysis

Hours per week: 37.5

Number Required: 4

Salary Range: $101,268 - $135,000. Exact compensation may vary depending on the individual experience and qualifications of each candidate. Applicants with greater or less than the minimum qualifications for this posted opportunity may be considered for alternate opportunities.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

To deliver nuclear safety expertise to power generation utilities and other customers. The specific accountabilities of the position

are as follows:
  • Conduct safety analysis using industry standard software.
  • Provide support to operational CANDU power plants.
  • Development of new analytical methods and models.
  • The preparation of technical documents in support of regulatory submissions.
  • Understand and assess client problems and determine appropriate means of solution.
  • Manage projects and act as team lead where appropriate.
  • Interface effectively with other staff on multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Act as a task leader in projects usually involving only one discipline. Provide clients with regular reports on progress at a predetermined schedule.
  • Communicate results and prepare recommendations arising from the prescribed testing, analysis, design, or computational tasks that were carried out.
  • Continue to train and develop professionally in engineering or science. Stay current with developments within your field of expertise.
  • Other duties as assigned.


What You Need to Succeed

  • Requires as a minimum, bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Nuclear Engineering and/or Engineering Physics is preferred), Mathematics/Statistics or Natural Science. Completion of a master's degree or PhD would be preferred.
  • Minimum of two to five years' experience in the field of deterministic safety analysis, specifically in reactor physics, thermal hydraulics, fuel and physics, and/or fuel and fuel channel analysis.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation is considered an asset.
  • Preference for candidates with working experience in safety analysis industry toolsets including: RFSP, WIMS, DRAGON, TUF, TRACE, etc.
  • Possess a sound foundation in nuclear safety methods and applications expertise, products and services.
  • Experience in applications to operating nuclear and other industrial plants.
  • Familiarity with relevant codes and standards is desired, along with a strong understanding of and commitment to meeting superior quality assurance requirements.
  • Flexibility to perform work over a wide range of areas for both operating and new facilities.
  • A strong understanding of CANDU nuclear power plant design, operation and regulatory requirements, or equivalent for

fossil and chemical plants.
  • Excellent written and oral communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in leading technical projects to successful conclusions.
  • High commitment to quality and to providing value to customers.
  • Ability to provide value-added solutions and to consistently deliver projects ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Able to work in multiple locations including Toronto and client sites across Ontario and at times out of Province and Country.
  • Nuclear Security Clearance is an asset.


This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process. The security clearance process is conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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