Mechanical Engineering Manager

Description

• You will establish and maintain engineering standards, processes, and procedures that ensure compliance with nuclear industry codes and standards including ASME, CSA, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• You will be accountable for the performance management of your team, including conducting regular reviews, identifying skill gaps, and creating individual development plans that support both employee growth and organizational needs. The position requires establishing and maintaining technical competency frameworks for each engineering discipline under your supervision, ensuring that staff members possess the appropriate qualifications and certifications required for nuclear engineering work.
• In the matrix organization structure, you will collaborate closely with project managers and other functional leaders to allocate resources effectively, balance workload across the Engineering Department, and resolve competing priorities.
• You will serve as the functional leader responsible for the supervision, professional development, and technical qualification of mechanical engineering staff across multiple disciplines.
• You will provide technical oversight and guidance to ensure engineering deliverables meet quality standards and project requirements while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• You will serve as a technical lead within the organization, participating in design reviews, providing input on major technical decisions, and representing the mechanical engineering function in interactions with regulators, customers, and industry partners.
• You will champion safety culture and ensure adherence to quality assurance protocols throughout all engineering activities.
• Your role will involve workforce planning, recruitment, and retention strategies to build organizational capability aligned with business objectives.

Requirements

• Background in advanced simulation and modeling techniques
• Minimum 5 years in leadership or management capacity overseeing multidisciplinary technical teams
• Experience with engineering analysis tools and CAD systems
• Experience facilitating cross-functional design reviews and technical meetings with diverse stakeholders
• Substantial experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors (pressure vessel design, power generation, or aerospace)
• Direct experience within the nuclear power industry, particularly with advanced reactor technologies or molten salt systems
• Proven track record managing resources across multiple concurrent projects
• Familiarity with United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (US NRC), United States Department of Energy (DOE), and/or Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) licensing processes and regulatory requirements
• Experience partnering with Research & Development teams to identify engineering data requirements, develop test specifications, and translate research and testing results into practical engineering applications
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries with multiple departments
• Proven track record working with Quality Assurance organizations to maintain documentation and quality standards
• Ability to interface with IT departments on engineering software implementation, data management, and digital infrastructure
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution
• Understanding of CSA nuclear standards and relevant regulatory requirements
• be flexible and adaptable to change
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3 piping codes
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field
• have demonstrated exceptional results in engineering projects
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
• be a team player with the ability to collaborate closely and interact with other groups
• Experience conducting performance reviews and creating professional development plans
• have skillset and experience that relate to the following role:
• Strong knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
• Proven ability to build high-performing teams and develop engineering talent
• Strong technical communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Previous involvement in nuclear licensing or regulatory submissions
• Demonstrated experience working within matrix organizational structures
• Working knowledge of stress analysis and thermal hydraulic principles
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience
• Strong collaboration skills with Safety and Licensing functions to support regulatory compliance and licensing submissions
• Skills in managing competing priorities and resolving technical issues that span multiple departments
• Strong knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III Division 5
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) license or equivalent professional registration

Benefits

• Annual Performance Review
• Wellness Subsidy
• Career development opportunities
• Paid United Way Volunteer Days – A chance to give back!
• A vacation policy designed to support your work-life balance
• EAP Programs available to you and your family
• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision), + an additional Health Spending Account

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance