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Job description
AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Project Lead/Principal Engineer — a full-time, based in Mississauga, ON role. Apply directly on AtkinsRéalis's careers page below.
Project Lead/Principal Engineer
Location: CA.ON.Mississauga.2251 Speakman Drive
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
Job Description
Overview
The Project Lead will report to the Project Manager or the General Manager and will be responsible for leading the complete engineering, procurement, and construction work for the CANDUclean program.
Your role
- Lead the CANDUclean program from a project technical perspective. This includes long range identification and planning as well as execution of the series of major outage projects that encompass the program.
- Responsible for the overall scope of the program and accountable for leading work in order to meet safety, quality, schedule, cost, and contractual requirements.
- Act as the principal technical lead providing overall technical direction and management for a large group of engineers and technicians at senior, intermediate, and junior levels.
- Explore not only CANDUclean subject areas, but also other cleaning and shielding applications, as the chief technical expert. This includes developing novel approaches not only to improve execution of current contracts but also to win future contracts.
- Lead client engagement, present technical solutions, and support/lead proposals for outage projects.
- Responsible for implementing the project schedule and supporting the project manager in tracking budget for all engineering, procurement, construction segments of the program.
- Select, evaluate, mentor, and train junior and intermediate engineers, technicians, and coordinators, fostering technical growth and supporting career development within the Candu Field Services organization.
- Lead the preparation of technical documents in support of the project.
- Provide status and progress reports in support of the Project Manager.
- Ensure work is performed within quality program requirements.
- Ensure a strong nuclear safety culture is reinforced continuously.
About you
- University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario (or another province)
- Industry-wide recognition as a technical and project authority on subject matter related to CANDUclean. Can advise and direct team members and clients on technical matters relating to CANDuclean.
- Has a proven track record of delivering the technical scope of an outage program withing schedule and budget constraints.
- Deployment to the field for outage durations.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
Be rewarded. Find out more.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Find out more.
Additional information
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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.
Worker Type
EmployeeJob Type
RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Project Lead/Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis?
The required skills for Project Lead/Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis include: Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Procurement.
What is the seniority level for Project Lead/Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis?
Project Lead/Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis is a Principal / Manager level position.
How do I apply for Project Lead/Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis?
You can view the full description and apply for Project Lead/Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/atkinsr-alis-project-lead-principal-engineer-itlgy.