Senior Engineering Specialist – Safety & Thermal Systems

Location: Toronto, ON (On-site 3 days per week)
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: $128,000 - $159,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Engineering Specialist to lead and manage complex safety and thermal system engineering initiatives. In this role, you will provide technical expertise, supervise a dedicated team, and contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge solutions in thermal-fluid sciences and safety engineering. If you thrive on solving complex problems and enjoy contributing to the safety and reliability of advanced systems, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering Initiatives: Plan, coordinate, and oversee engineering projects with complex features, applying advanced techniques and diversified knowledge of engineering principles.
• Technical Oversight: Review technical documents prepared by the team to ensure accuracy and compliance with established standards.
• Project Management: Prepare and monitor budgets, estimates, schedules, and work packages, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Innovative Solutions: Develop new approaches to solve complex problems by modifying theories, guides, and practices in safety and thermal systems.
• Collaboration & Representation: Act as the section representative in meetings to resolve issues and coordinate efforts across teams. Represent the branch or department when required.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of engineers and support staff, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Performance Management: Contribute to performance appraisals, leave approvals, and recommendations regarding training, selection, and discipline for team members.

Qualifications & Skills

• Educational Background: A degree in Engineering or a related science field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficiency in both Linux and Windows operating environments.
• Strong foundation in thermal-fluid sciences (fluid flow, heat transfer, multi-phase flow, and thermodynamics).
• Familiarity with safety and licensing computer codes, such as CATHENA, NUCIRC, GOTHIC, and MAAP.
• Experience in computer programming (FORTRAN proficiency is highly desirable).
• CANDU System Knowledge: Understanding of the CANDU design, including heat transport systems (HTS), plant control, containment, and moderator systems, is an asset.
• Licensing Experience: Familiarity with regulatory licensing activities is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities.
• Willingness to Travel: Occasional travel to meetings and workshops may be required.