Do you enjoy hands‑on experimental work and contributing to the development of innovative technologies in areas such as heavy water management, tritium processing, and advanced fuel cycle systems? Can you see yourself working alongside a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technologists to support cutting‑edge research and commercialization initiatives that have real-world impact? If you answered yes, then our Technical Officer role may be the job for you

What you will be doing

- Executing research activities and experimental programs.
- Managing task-level scheduling and coordination of research activities.
- Ensuring completion of experimental work and required training.
- Tracking progress and reporting the status of experimental work to supervision.
- Verifying that current and approved procedures are being used.
- Informing supervision when procedures are outdated or require revision.
- Updating procedures as requested to support ongoing operations and compliance.
- Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

- Education
- Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position, such as Chemical Technology, Chemistry, Physics or Engineering and normally has two to three years of pertinent technological experience. OR Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has more than three years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.

- Experience

- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a chemical or chemical engineering laboratory.

- Knowledge,



Skills & Abilities

- Knowledge of safety procedures in laboratory operations is essential.
- Excellent working knowledge of chemical analysis techniques and equipment.
- Basic computer skills with word processing and spreadsheet knowledge.
- Knowledgeable in Quality Assurance requirements in R&D; lab activities.
- Carry out all responsibilities safely and accurately by strictly following protocols and procedures.
- Initial responsibility - on-the-job training under the supervision of a senior/experienced staff member.
- Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly activities related to routine laboratory operations such as equipment calibration, housekeeping and waste disposal coordination.
- Setting up and operating experimental and production facilities for R&D; and commercial projects.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of safety procedures in laboratory operations is essential.
- Knowledge of QA requirements for R&D; activities.

- Security Clearance Eligibility Required

- Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, Current Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.



CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Working Conditions:

- Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.
- This position is part of the USW 1568 Unionand is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in thier Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.
- A combination of office work with some laboratory work. Highly hazardous environments and the requirements to wear personal protective equipment to mitigate any potential physical/health hazards

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

- Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
- Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period
- Tuition supp

📌 Technical Officer (Chalk River)
🏢 CANADIAN NUCLEAR LABORATORIES
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