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BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life‑saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more atwww.bwxt.com.

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

As our Mechanical Technician – Junior you will work on nuclear outage and field activities by performing assigned mechanical maintenance and tooling tasks under direct supervision.



This role is intended for developing technicians gaining experience in nuclear work practices, tooling systems, and regulated field execution.

Your Day to Day as our Mechanical Technician – Junior

- Perform mechanical maintenance, tooling installation/removal, and equipment support activities
- Execute work in accordance with approved procedures, drawings, specifications, and work packages
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, sketches, and technical documentation
- Use approved software systems to support work execution and documentation
- Follow plant rules, radiation protection requirements, and industrial safety standards
- Work on outage schedules, emergent field work, and extended work hours as required
- Perform mechanical tasks under direct supervision
- Use hand tools, power tools, rigging equipment, and mechanical fixtures as directed
- Develop proficiency in reading drawings, bill of materials, and tooling layouts
- Accurately document work status and field observations
- Learn parts identification, material traceability, and controlled tool accountability
- Does not independently modify work scope, tooling, or procedures

Security Clearance:

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process.



The security clearance process is conducted 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.

Required Qualifications:

- One of the following:
- Machinist or industrial mechanical trade background
- Engineering technology or related technical education
- 1–3 years of mechanical or industrial field experience
- Ability to work in nuclear field environments and outage conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

- Exposure to nuclear or regulated industrial environments
- Familiarity with mechanical drawings and work packages
- Basic experience using:
- ToolHound or similar inventory tracking systems
- SAP or equivalent enterprise systems
- Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive advantages for our employees and their families.

- Comprehensive Health Benefits – Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
- Secure Your Future – Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
- Work-Life Balance – Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
- Help Grow Our Team – Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000).
- Invest in Your Education – Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan.
- Professional Development – Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance

📌 Mechanical Technician (Kitchener)
🏢 BWX Technologies
📍 Kitchener