Senior I&C; Engineer (New Build Design)

Kinectrics is a wholly owned subsidiary of BWX Technologies focused on providing life cycle management services in the energy and utility sector and develops innovative solutions across the global electricity and medical industries.

Location

393 University Ave, Toronto, ON

Department

Design & Engineering Services (DES)

Reports to

Section Manager, Design and Engineering Services

Hours per week

37.5

Salary Range

$120,000 – $145,000 (exact compensation may vary depending on experience and qualifications).

Job Responsibilities

- Lead and perform engineering design and analysis for nuclear power plant systems, structures, and components across new build projects and modifications.
- Support engineering design development through conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases, ensuring alignment with nuclear safety and regulatory requirements.
- Provide engineering and design oversight, including independent technical reviews and vendor design evaluations.
- Interface with construction, procurement partners, and utility stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to deliver practical engineering solutions.
- Provide a high level of expertise in one or more specific areas related to electrical/I&C; engineering, e.g., control instrumentation assessment/design/specification of equipment and components, electrical power generation and distribution.
- Strong knowledge of control system design, analysis and equipment including control computers, PID controllers, Digital Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), advanced control theory, etc.
- Prepare and review technical specifications, and engineering documentation in accordance with applicable nuclear codes and standards.
- Support design integration across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring consistency with system design, safety case requirements, and licensing basis.
- Support assessments of potential reactor technologies, including assessing designs against applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards.
- Participate with design inputs in hazard assessments, safety evaluations, and licensing support activities for new build projects.
- Provide field and site support, including design clarifications and constructability input during project execution.
- Support proposal development, scope definition, and technical planning for new build opportunities.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to continuous improvement of design engineering practices.
- Stay current with developments in nuclear design standards, codes, and regulatory expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications





- Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Electrical/I&C;, or Nuclear Engineering (or equivalent).
- Minimum 8+ years of relevant engineering experience, including at least 5 years within the nuclear industry.
- Demonstrated experience in engineering design and project delivery in a regulated environment.
- Strong understanding of nuclear power plant systems and design principles.
- Experience with CANDU reactor technology is strongly preferred. Knowledge of Pressurized Water Reactors (PWRs) and/or advanced reactor technologies (e.g., SMRs) is considered an asset.
- Nuclear New Build or Nuclear Refurbishment experience will be considered a strong asset.
- Candidates must demonstrate working knowledge and application/familiarity with relevant nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory requirements, including CSA N290 series plus IEC Standards for I&C; aspects of nuclear power plant interface.
- Technical competencies in the following areas: Experience in system design, engineering analysis, and design documentation development. Ability to perform or coordinate technical evaluations, design reviews, and independent assessments. Familiarity with engineering change control processes and project governance. Experience working with multidisciplinary teams including across mechanical, civil, electrical, computer disciplines. Experience in control system theory, design, analysis and equipment including control computers, PID controllers, Digital Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), advanced control theory, etc.
- Prepare EWD, OLW, CBD, GA, and all design documents associated with the engineering design life cycle.
- Structures, systems and component (SSC) design, including specifications, flow diagrams and drawings.
- Knowledge of relevant engineering tools and analysis software is considered an asset.
- Experience in the use of design tools such as Online Wiring and JAMA Connect is considered a strong asset.
- Familiarity with nuclear quality assurance programs (CSA N286, N299).
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
- Proven ability to work in a project-driven environment, managing competing priorities across scope, schedule, and quality constraints.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills,



including preparation of technical reports, proposals, and client-facing documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Experience supporting licensing, safety case development, or regulatory submissions (e.g., CNSC) is an asset.
- Familiarity with international nuclear codes and standards is considered an asset.
- Must have experience in a project-driven setting with capability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and within project constraints (time, cost, quality).
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned work and to coordinate multiple activities efficiently.
- Must have a strong attention to detail and to quality assurance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience in preparation of reports, proposals, recommendations and presentations for internal and external clients.
- Good time management skills and demonstrated capability to interface effectively with, and gain trust of, station customers.
- OPG and Bruce Power Security Clearance is an asset.
- Travel to site(s) may be required.

Benefits & Compensation

- Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world.
- Growth: We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company through significant training and personal development opportunities.
- Innovation: Our staff confidently develop innovations that push the industry forward.
- Diversity: The company promotes diversity in its workforce, including senior management level, and maintains a diversity committee to stay current with best practices.
- Total Compensation: Salary is just one component of the total rewards package, which may also include pay for performance programs, health and wellness benefits, membership discounts, referral bonuses, pension eligibility, career development programs, training reimbursements, etc.

Security Clearance

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Kinectrics Inc. is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I;) and welcomes applications from all individuals. Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates during the selection process.

Additional Information

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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📌 Senior I&C Engineer (New Build Design) (Toronto)
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