Reporting to the Manager, Production Irradiator Engineering, you will be responsible for the design, testing, commissioning, and ongoing technical and manufacturing support of advanced automated industrial equipment (production irradiators). You will work closely with cross‑functional teams including Project Managers, Design and Drafting team, and the Production Irradiator Controls team to deliver projects on‑time and on budget.
Key Responsibilities Apply in‑depth knowledge of engineering principles and standards.
Lead or participate in all aspects of the design and manufacture of irradiator components and assemblies, including design process, manufacturing coordination, safety analyses and engineering calculations, specification creation, testing, result compilation, reporting, and continuous improvement input.
Lead mechanical engineering projects and be fully accountable to meet defined budgets, schedules, and functionality requirements.
Participate in engineering design reviews to ensure compliance with applicable engineering, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Perform root‑cause analysis and use rigorous problem‑solving techniques to identify and rectify field issues.
Stay current with the requirements for production irradiators for both dry and wet storage panoramic irradiators.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience: Minimum of five years relevant mechanical engineering work experience.
Certificates:



Skilled Engineer designation or eligibility for accreditation as a professional engineer within two years.
Skills and Competencies Design and engineering analysis of mechanical systems and components.
Perform mechanical stress/strength analysis, tolerance stack‑up, and other engineering calculations.
Design, test, and troubleshoot mechanical or electro‑mechanical equipment.
Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical, regulatory, and compliance aspects to non‑technical audiences.
Strong technical judgment on complex decisions falling outside standard practices and procedures.
Provide technical recommendations with limited review from senior staff, give technical guidance to other engineers and technicians, and review and provide feedback on technical items.
Effective and collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
Additional Requirements Occasional overtime to meet project requirements.
Travel: 10–60 days of international travel requiring a valid Canadian passport.
Training Required: Must complete all required training and certification as a Nuclear Energy Worker.
Assets Prior experience in the nuclear industry or similar high‑reliability or regulated environments.
Prior experience in the design, analysis and manufacture of automated or industrial equipment (e.g., packaging, material handling, robotics, irradiation/processing systems).

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📌 Intermediate Mechanical Engineer (Irradiators) (Quebec City)
🏢 Nordion (Canada
📍 Quebec City