Mechanical Designer - Nuclear Projects

Position Overview

Kiewit is expanding its new design team specializing in Nuclear and is seeking top performing contributors to support and sustain its growth over the coming years.

As such, we are currently seeking a/an Intermediate/Senior Mechanical Designer to support the activities of the group. The candidate will work closely with the team’s Engineers and Designers to provide various services to internal groups for the development of Kiewit Nuclear projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management and construction provider operating across North America. In Canada, our experience spans all aspects of the nuclear market. We support our Nuclear clients on the new build as well on their operating plants through sustaining capital projects. Our broad capabilities and expertise allows us to operate in the power, utility, renewable energy, industrial and infrastructure markets. 

Location

This position will be based out of our Oakville, ON office location.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and layout of mechanical equipment and systems for mostly balance of plant scope of work for new and existing nuclear facilities.
• Prepare designs and drawings in 2D and 3D environments such as AutoCAD, CADWorx, Revit, etc.
• Prepare design deliverables (engineering drawings, P&ID’s, quantity take-offs, etc.) in accordance with industry standards, internal Kiewit standards and client standards.
• Work closely with other disciplines (civil/structural, electrical, I&C, etc.) on the engineering design and layout of facilities.
• Support in the preparation and coordination of mechanical design packages. 
• Contribute to technical proposals with scope definition and specification development while coordinating with other disciplines.
• Participate in design reviews and customer review meetings, as needed.
• Apply ‘safety by design’ and ‘human factor principles’ when supporting design activities.
• Support in the development of the engineering team by building internal tools and processes.
• Occasional travel to client site for walk downs and recording as built condition.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist or equivalent.
• 3-8+ years of relevant experience in the design and layout of mechanical systems for industrial or nuclear projects. 
• The ideal candidate will have exposure to mechanical equipment found in Nuclear facilities (including turbines, pressure vessels, valves, piping etc.) 
• Experienced with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, CADWorx, etc.
• Familiarity with clients Engineering Change Control (ECC) process
• Familiarity with CSA Nuclear codes and standards
• Familiarity with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel codes and standards
• Demonstrated experience in the design and layout of mechanical systems considering the following:
  
  • Constructability and commissioning execution
  • Maintenance and operation
  • Safety by design
• Efficiency, client focus, autonomy, initiative, ability to work as part of a team
• Strong communication and organizational skills. 
• Site experience is an asset.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Experience working with 3D scans is an asset.
• Proficient with English, French is an asset.