Materials Engineer

AtkinsRéalis • Mississauga, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is currently seeking a Materials / Metallurgist Engineer to join our Materials, Welding, and Chemistry – Engineering Excellence team. This position is intended for an intermediate‑level professional who is self‑motivated and interested in developing their career and experience in the nuclear field.

Requirements

• Engineering degree or graduate degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related discipline, with relevant coursework and/or work experience in materials applications.
• Minimum 8 years of related work experience in materials engineering, NDE, and welding with specialization in nuclear power plant environments.
• Ability to apply technical principles in a logical and practical manner to resolve engineering issues or technical problems.
• Proficiency with standard computer tools (e.g., Word, Excel) and willingness to qualify as a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW).
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, including the ability to consider and integrate the plans of others.
• Self-initiative to perform research and gather information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario would be preferred
• Prior experience working in a metallurgical laboratory or materials testing environment is an asset.
• Working knowledge of CSA N285.6, ASME BPV Code Sections II/III/V/IX, and other applicable codes, standards, or regulatory guides related to permanent plant components, pressure boundary equipment, and/or reactor systems is preferred.
• Working knowledge or experience with carbon steels, stainless steels, nickel alloys, and zirconium alloys, including metallurgy, corrosion behavior, and performance in nuclear or other safety‑critical applications.
• Familiarity with fabrication, metallurgical heat treatment, welding processes and qualifications, inspection techniques, and interpretation of material test data is an asset.
• Familiarity with fabrication, heat treatment, welding, inspection, and interpretation of material test data for zirconium alloy components is an asset.
• Familiar with metallurgical laboratory techniques for examination of microstructure and properties of metals (carbon steel, stainless steel) and welds of the materials.
• Basic knowledge of CANDU mechanical and process systems, structures, and components is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform materials, metallurgical, and welding‑related work in an engineering environment and prepare technical documents in accordance with AtkinsRéalis/Candu Energy QA programs and applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements used in the Canadian nuclear industry.
• Provide technical guidance and support and collaborate with other entities including laboratories, and other third parties.
• Perform complex materials, metallurgical, and welding engineering assignments independently or under limited supervision of a senior metallurgist, analyst, or engineer.
• Develop and deliver presentations, as required, to communicate technical status, problem resolution, or to support reactor components and balance‑of‑plant equipment initiatives.
• Coordinate and interface with clients, suppliers, stakeholders, and other design disciplines or departments to execute assigned engineering work.
• Support the specification, design, development (including pre‑production qualification), assessment, and manufacturing of reactor components and materials to meet the needs of existing stations.
• Support and consultation on the manufacturing of nuclear components (e.g., steam generators, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, piping) with respect to materials selection, metallurgical condition, welding requirements, cleanliness, handling, corrosion protection, and inspection requirements.
• Lead and/or support improvements to materials and manufacturing processes through materials engineering considerations.
• Provide materials engineering support for zirconium‑based nuclear components, including material selection, qualification, fabrication, inspection, and in-service performance.
• Support evaluations of zirconium alloy degradation mechanisms (e.g., corrosion, hydrogen pickup, hydride formation, creep, cracking) and contribute to lifecycle management and issue‑resolution activities.
• Provide support to major refurbishment projects and new nuclear builds in Canada and abroad, as they relate to materials considerations.
• Provide support to utility operations by resolving plant operational problems related to materials performance.
• Complete assigned scope of work and/or tasks within established budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Assess and evaluate the use of metallic and non‑metallic materials in nuclear systems, components, tooling, and construction, including metallurgical assessments, welding‑related evaluations, and failure analysis.
• Lead or support materials, metallurgical, and welding‑related degradation and qualification testing programs in a laboratory environment and/or coordinate with external testing laboratories.

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• employee recognition
• brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs
• diverse opportunities for training and professional development
• hybrid working culture
• generous time-off policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level