Team Lead, Mechanical Equipment Engineering

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With nearly 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior,  BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.

TEAM LEAD, MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT ENGINEERING

We are looking for a Team Lead, Mechanical Equipment Engineering for our Peterborough, Ontario site.  BWXT NEC's Fuel Handling and Engineered Solutions group is involved in the design, manufacture, development, testing, parts supply, and service of on-power refueling, reactor maintenance, and nuclear medicine delivery tooling sold around the world. We are the original designer of the automated systems that allow 24/7 on power refueling of CANDU reactors and aim to solve some of the Nuclear Industry’s most challenging problems. Today, BWXT’s equipment is being used in most of the nuclear power plants in Canada and is critical to delivering carbon free energy production and lifesaving medical isotopes.

Check out the YouTube video of an innovative product we recently designed and manufactured in partnership with Bruce Power, called the Bruce Reactor Inspection and Maintenance System Channel Access Device. Go to YouTube and search for video: “Bruce Unveils new BRIMS Tool”. There are exceptional opportunities to learn and grow with a career in the nuclear industry in Ontario.

The Peterborough community invites you to take a deep breath, relax and enjoy life. We have an abundance of recreational opportunities, festivals, and entertainment that is fueled by culture, nature and homegrown culinary experiences. Friendly people, inspiring landscapes and incredible lakes are waiting for you in the heart of cottage country. The region is home to 140,000 people (approx. 83,000 in the City of Peterborough) in addition to the charming towns, townships and villages that make up the County. We offer the best of all worlds here and we’d like you to get to know us a bit better. http://peterboroughed.ca/why-peterborough/live/

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of the engineer performing this role include setting the technical direction for the overall project and acting as the main technical interface point to both internal and external customers. The Mechanical Equipment Engineering department largely focuses on the design of mechanical equipment and systems for CANDU reactors. The Mechanical Equipment Engineering group focuses on the design, development and test of mechanical equipment for automated and semi-automated fueling machines, medical isotope systems, robotic systems, and maintenance tooling for nuclear reactors and related systems. This includes but not limited to concept design, detailed design, design calculations, assessments, studies, technical document preparation and manufacturing, test, commissioning, maintenance and operational support.

• Facilitate the preparation of proper plans and schedules (level 3) with individual contributors. Take ownership of the cost/schedule commitments of your team.
• Create and enforce the use of Task Definition Forms (TDFs) for work assignments.
• Provide leadership and direction of design activities in conjunction with the technical counselors. Measure and drive job scope control with individuals to improve overall performance. 
• Maintain task surveillance through active engagement with your team and driving accurate work planning through consistent meetings.
• Maintain team and individual allocation targets, enforce budget adherence and review project budgets and runout estimates as necessary.
• Actively participate with FM in resource planning, recruitment, interviewing and onboarding.
• Prepare and rollout team goals, track performance of team and deliver mid-year and end of year performance reviews.
• Attend weekly leadership meetings with FM and TLs, conduct bi-weekly team meetings, approve team's weekly timecards.
• Provide execution of, and lead, design/analysis/test/commissioning of complex equipment and systems throughout the entire product life cycle.
• Preparation, approval or leading of design documentation (including technical documents, drawings and BOMs), technical specifications, development and test plans, and engineering quotations.
• Application and leading of design for manufacturability/assembly (DFMA) techniques.
• Provide technical support to CAD, Procurement, Manufacturing, Test, Quality, and Commissioning and Service personnel. 
• Participation in, and lead, internal and external meetings, such as design reviews, preparing and presenting technical data.
• Prepare and/or verify project level deliverables including but not limited to evaluations, reports, and assessments.
• Key success factors are engineering and product excellence, effective design activity management, task/milestone completion on-time/on-budget, producing defect free designs, meeting your metrics, motivating a diverse team, managing and achieving results through influencing and setting of expectations/actions.
• Leading by example, assure compliance and adherence to processes (including internal Business Management System), industry codes and standards, quality systems, policies, and contractual requirements.
• Present and report on status, issues/solutions, improvements, escalate resources needs as required 
• Provide overall Project Technical Leadership (PTL) duties for projects as required.
• Contribute to and lead process change through process enhancement, and technology introduction to achieve world-class product development and product deployment. 
• Build customer relationships and ensure market alignment. This position requires frequent interaction with external customers, subcontractors, and cross functional internal teams.
• Take an active role and responsibility in driving proposal development and review including scope review and estimate preparation as well as technical and product presentations to the customer. Lead proposals as assigned Proposal Estimate Lead (PEL) roles as required. Assist FM in the review and approval of proposals and estimates up to 300 hours. 
• Proactive and timely identification of project risks, analyze solutions, and take decisive action to resolve issues and communicate these to the leadership and/or executive team as required.
• Provide technical direction/decisions and oversight of design activities including, technical review and verification of documentation and/or drawings, as applicable. 
• Provide assurance of health and safety associated with the execution of all projects and activities. 

Qualifications/Requirements:

• B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Holds a current PEO license.
• Typically requires 10 years’ experience in design engineering in Nuclear, Aerospace, Transportation, or other highly regulated and process based design.
• Typically requires 8 years’ experience in design and development, with proven success in a technical leadership role
• Demonstrated ability with supporting leadership on complex and general engineering projects over their complete EPC life cycles.
• Demonstrable experience with project schedules, working within budgets, financial metrics and other project management methodologies.
• Exposure with a broad range of interdisciplinary activities; systems design, requirements development, interface design and testing.
• Exposure to a broad range of interdisciplinary departments: systems, I&C, software design and manufacturing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, understandable by a diverse audience.
• Creative problem-solving skills, outstanding analytical abilities, developing leadership skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Flexibility to work remotely on short-term customer site assignment.
• Most importantly…. creative and innovative thinkers!

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with 3D CAD software (preference for Inventor/Solidworks) and FEA software (ANSYS).

• Experience in the CANDU Nuclear Industry.

• Familiarity with CSA Nuclear Codes and Standards.

• Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes and Standards.

• Competency in machine design.

WHY JOIN BWXT?:

• Work within the growing and exciting nuclear industry as well as with talented and collaborative teams!
• Competitive salaries
• Employer-paid pension plan
• Profit sharing plan
• Bonus plan
• Competitive Health and Dental benefits
• Educational Refund Program
• Life insurance… and so much more!

We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $82,000 and $126,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.

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