Intermediate Mechanical Engineer (Production Irradiator)

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada  |  Full-Time, Permanent

Salary Range: $100,000 – $120,000 per annum

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager, Production Irradiator Engineering, you will be responsible for the design, testing, and ongoing technical and manufacturing support of production irradiator components. You will work closely with the Project Management office and the Production Irradiator Controls team to deliver projects on time and on budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in all aspects of the design and manufacture of irradiator components and assemblies

• Lead the design process and coordinate prototype manufacture

• Perform safety analyses including engineering calculations

• Create test specifications, coordinate and execute testing

• Compile results and generate reports

• Provide input to improve engineering processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical)

• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience in mechanical engineering

• Professional Engineer designation or eligibility for accreditation as a Professional Engineer

• Competency in finite element analysis using SolidWorks or other software tools

Skills & Competencies

• Design and engineering analysis of mechanical systems and components

• Basic mechanical stress/strength calculations

• Design, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical or electromechanical equipment used for manufacturing processes

• Simple thermal analysis and calculations

Considered an Asset

• Prior experience in the nuclear industry

• Prior experience in the design, analysis, and manufacture of conveyor systems

• Familiarity with welding and more specifically weld design, specification, and qualification

• Some exposure to radiation shielding design and analysis

Additional Requirements

• Occasional overtime to meet project requirements

• Travel requirements (60–90 days international travel requiring a valid Canadian passport)

 

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy that is currently available to be filled.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Equal Opportunity

emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background, and our hiring process is based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role.