R&D Technologist

Our Chalk River location is looking for a R&D Technologist to support our Inspection and Monitoring Technologies branch. Can you see yourself in a role where you will be working with a team, developing tools for inspection and monitoring of existing and emerging reactors and associated components? If so, apply today!

• Applying of non-destructive evaluation (NDE) technology and work on multiple projects each year.
• Selecting, specifying, recommending, testing, and operating equipment.
• Assembling racks and panels according to the Ontario ESA Code.
• Designing and performing specialized tests including design and construction of experimental testing apparatus and data acquisition equipment.
• Mechanical designing, building of test rigs, and simple mechanical devices.
• Assembling and testing electromagnetic probe coils and associated parts.
• Procuring parts, equipment, and services.
• Preparing job hazard analysis documentation.
• Following existing procedures and developing new procedures.
• Performing and/or supervising laboratory work and documenting results.
• Supporting proposal initiation, preparing work plans, project management, progress reporting, and writing of reports and procedures.
• Travelling to reactor sites for inspection campaigns as a Nuclear Energy Worker.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

• Education
  • Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology in electrical or mechanical engineering technology, or related discipline.
  • Canadian General Standards Board Certification in one or more fields of NDE would be an asset.
• Experience
  • Experience in the use of bench top instruments.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of NDE in general is desirable.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to deal with internal and external clients.
  • A high degree of motivation and the ability to handle the competing demands of multiple assignments are essential.
  • Knowledge of electronic equipment, networking and data manipulation is required.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 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.

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal)
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period
• Tuition support
• and a pension!

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Read here further on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values:
Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

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