Senior Mechanical Engineering

About the role:

Senior Mechanical Engineer – You will design mechanical systems and components for traditional nuclear markets and new projects aimed at developing nuclear technology and future nuclear‑powered systems. You will report to the Manager, Material Handling Engineering, and be located at one of our facilities in Peterborough, Burlington, or Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. Employees working in hybrid roles are expected to work on‑site at the Peterborough, Burlington, or Kitchener office two days per week.

• Develop 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and bills of materials for complex electro‑mechanical first‑of‑a‑kind tooling.
• Assemble and test custom equipment through the design evolution from prototype to finished product.
• Help develop test procedures for systems to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Help operate the final tooling system in the customer facilities.
• Provide technical oversight and mentoring of more junior members of the Engineering team.
• Perform both classical hand calculations and analysis (including FEA) to qualify systems or components against applicable codes & standards.
• Prepare concise design reports and technical specifications.
• Promote innovation and new methods in the development of new technologies and nuclear systems.
• Collaborate globally within the Westinghouse Engineering framework alongside SMEs and nuclear specialists.
• Support resolution of issues throughout design, manufacture and testing of systems or components.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering and working towards obtaining licensure with the Professional Engineers of Ontario.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in conceptual design development, design reviews and engineering change control processes.
• Experience in the design/building of custom equipment (typically: steel structures, hoisting/lifting systems, mechanical drive/positioning systems).
• Experience working within 3D CAD systems.
• Experience with manufacturing techniques, welding procedures or specifications and associated inspection techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable leading meetings and giving presentations.
• Strong interpersonal skills; experience working in a team environment.

Salary: $86,800 to $108,500 per year (dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills).

• Great compensation package.
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members.
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match.
• Paid Vacations, Flextime, Sick/Personal and Holidays.
• Flexible schedules with the potential to work from anywhere in Canada.
• We pay 100% of the medical/dental/vision insurance premiums for you and your family.
• Incredible opportunity for growth in an innovation‑driven, global company.
• Educational Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Referral and Recognition Program.