Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of a first-of-a-kind Small Modular Reactor program in Ontario. This position offers the opportunity to lead the design, integration, procurement, testing, and commissioning of critical electrical systems supporting new nuclear generation.

Your role

• •Lead the design, development, review, and delivery of electrical system engineering for SMR nuclear projects through detailed design, construction, commissioning, and turnover phases.
• •Act as the technical and discipline lead for major electrical systems covering: High Voltage (500kV), Medium Voltage (6.9kV), and Low Voltage ( About you

• •Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• •Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or eligible for registration in Ontario.
• •Typically 10+ years of relevant experience in electrical power systems engineering, with significant experience in nuclear, utility, power generation, transmission and distribution, industrial, or other highly regulated industries.
• •Experience preparing, reviewing, and approving engineering deliverables including calculations, specifications, drawings, reports, requisitions, and design change documentation.
• •Experience performing or reviewing electrical system studies using ETAP, Dialux, or equivalent analysis software.
• •Experience supporting procurement, vendor management, equipment qualification, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), construction, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• •Experience with design reviews, 3D model reviews, digital engineering tools, BIM, Navisworks, SmartPlant, Autodesk products, or similar platforms is an asset.
• •Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex multidisciplinary projects.
• •Experience with project management, scope development, risk management, change management, and engineering delivery within EPC/EPCM environments is an asset.
• •Practical field experience supporting construction, installation, startup, testing, commissioning, operations, or maintenance activities is highly desirable.
• •Working knowledge of Canadian and international standards including CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IEC, OESC, NEC, and the Canadian Electrical Code.
• •Familiarity with Canadian nuclear regulatory requirements and nuclear quality assurance programs.
• •Proven ability to coordinate effectively with clients, utilities, regulators, reactor vendors, constructors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• •Strong understanding of electrical equipment and plant design principles.
• •Strong technical expertise in MV and LV electrical power distribution systems, AC/DC systems, emergency power systems, and electrical infrastructure associated with nuclear power plants.
• •Highly collaborative and self-driven individual, leading to strong collaboration across multiple groups and organizations.
• •Strong communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and technical presentation skills.
• •Existing nuclear security clearance, OPG clearance, or the ability to obtain required security clearances is required.
• •Willing to become a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW).

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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