Mechanical Engineer (Piping Design)

Vacancies: 4
Duration: 1 Year (Can be extended annually)
Location: Pickering, ON (Contractors will be required to be in the office at least 3 days per week. Site visits will also be required, with frequency depending on project and client needs.)
Hourly Rate: $80 - $100 per hour (depending on level of expertise)

Experience Required:

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng or BSc)
• 6+ years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role
• Strong experience with piping design and pipe stress analysis
• Knowledge of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering Codes and Standards, including:
  • ASME Section III, VIII, XI, B31.1
  • CSA N285, N286, N289, N290
• Experienced with ASME BPVC Section III and Section VIII
• Experienced with ASME B31.1
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA), stress analysis, and flow analysis

Job Description:

• Lead mechanical design, analysis, and evaluations related to Nuclear Generating Stations, nuclear reactor safety systems, and support systems.
• Prepare or verify, including PEO certification/sealing as required, engineering products such as:
  • Piping designs, system modifications, component design.
  • Engineering, Technical, and Procurement specifications for systems, piping, or components.
  • Engineering drawings, bills of materials, and supporting calculations describing equipment/system design in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Code-related calculations and reports as required.
  • Design Plans and associated documents to customer specifications.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address and resolve complex mechanical issues in nuclear system modifications and design.
• Conduct finite element analysis, stress analysis, flow analyses, and other mechanical analyses as required.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on mechanical system and component designs/modifications.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practices to ensure the use of the most efficient and safe technologies.
• Develop novel concepts, proposals, and patents.
• Work closely with suppliers and vendors to source affordable, high-quality materials, services, and components that meet stringent nuclear standards.
• Participate in root cause analyses for mechanical failures and propose corrective actions.
• Develop proposals in response to client requests that are comprehensive, achievable, concise, and compelling.
• Develop specifications, plan, and participate in commissioning, inspections, and factory acceptance testing to ensure products meet quality requirements when delivered.
• Provide on-site presence throughout the design, installation, commissioning, and turnover process.
• Provide regular reporting on work status to supervisors, and adhere to schedule, budget, and project priorities to meet assigned goals and objectives.