Would you like to play a key role in shaping the design of mechanical systems and process piping designs that support critical nuclear and research infrastructure? Can you see yourself collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering designs that contribute to innovative projects at the CRL site? As a Mechanical Designer, you will help transform ideas into practical, impactful solutions that support safe and effective facility operations. If you answered yes, this may be the job for you

What you will be doing

- Preparing engineering drawings and supporting documentation for process piping and mechanical design projects.
- Revising existing CADD and hand drawings to ensure design accuracy and compliance.
- Updating Master Equipment Lists (MELs) to identify equipment removed from service.
- Developing and maintaining as-built drawings to reflect completed installations and modifications.
- Assisting with preparing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Design Plans to support project execution.
- Providing time estimates for assigned deliverables and design activities.
- Supporting construction, installation, and commissioning activities throughout project lifecycles.
- Executing planned design and drafting work under general supervision while meeting project requirements.
- Managing multiple assignments and competing priorities in a dynamic project environment.
- Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What We Are Looking For

- Education
- Diploma from a recognized college or institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education and has 3 to 10 years of relevant technological experience.




- Preference for educational background in Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technologist or any relevant program.

- Experience

- 3 to 10 years relevant design experience.

- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Must possess a fundamental knowledge of design practices, mechanical drawing conventions and conventional tolerances.
- Knowledge of 3D and 2D CAD software is required, with preference for Inventor and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge and skills in 3D modelling and drafting piping arrangements, P&ID; and mechanicals drawings using CADD.
- Ability to produce neat, legible, and accurate drawings in a reasonable time.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and interact with staff at various levels of the organization.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes and machine shop practices is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability toeffectively work and communicate with others and follow and implement complex procedures.
- General computer literacy and moderate to high level knowledge working with Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to manage time and materials within allocated budgets and schedules is required.

- 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, New 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

- We have a compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- This position is part of the WTEG unionand is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in their Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from transparent expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.

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 support to help you keep learning and growing
- A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your emp

📌 Mechanical Design Technologist (Pinawa)
🏢 Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
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