Job Category: Engineering

Location: McArthur River

Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)

At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in.

Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future.

The Role

Cameco is looking for an experienced engineering professional to join the McArthur River technical team. Reporting to the chief engineer, maintenance, you will provide engineering support for the site’s electrical and instrumentation infrastructure, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mining and milling processes. This role plays a key part in maintaining asset integrity, improving equipment performance, and supporting production objectives.

In This Role, You Will

- Provide electrical engineering support and troubleshooting for mining and milling operations.
- Investigate equipment and system failures and develop solutions to improve reliability and performance.
- Lead and support electrical engineering projects, including scope development, cost estimates, specifications, and design documentation.




- Review and provide technical oversight for work completed by consultants and internal engineering teams.
- Ensure engineering designs and projects comply with Cameco standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Be responsible for asset reliability and continuous improvement activities related to electrical system infrastructure.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, contractors, and construction teams to plan and execute maintenance and capital improvement initiatives.

Required

- bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering;
- four to eight years of experience in the field of maintenance and improvement of electrical systems or infrastructures in a production environment, preferably, underground and surface mining operations.
- eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS);
- Professional Engineer designation (P. Eng);
- knowledge in various aspects of electrical engineering, familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards, high and medium voltage installations, electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, system improvement, operational reliability;
- knowledge in generators, transformer and distribution system, large size motors, PLCs, sleds, MCC system, switchgears/breakers/relays and other electrical equipment; an
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Recommended

- experience in a mining/milling setting;
- PLC system experience;
- familiarity of instrument and control systems;
- CAD knowledge and experience;
- hands-on experience on improvement of electrical infrastructure, troubleshooting, providing guidance to electrical maintenance team; and
- strong communication, planning,



and organizational skills.

Conditions Of Employment

- pre-employment substance test.

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:

- competitive compensation program with base and variable pay;
- flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account;
- fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D;, disability benefits and paid vacation leave;
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs;
- RRSP and RPP matching program;
- career development opportunities; and
- relocation costs.

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered. Applicants with lesser qualifications may be considered at an appropriate level, if fully qualified applicants do not apply.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus

Req ID #: 42333

Posted: August 20, 2026

Posting end date: September 10, 2026

Salary Range: $124,800 - $156,100

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).

The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request.

Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.

📌 Engineer, Electrical (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Cameco
📍 Saskatchewan