What You Need to Note:
The results of this process may be used to staff future positions, in various CNSC locations, with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.
Who can apply? Persons legally eligible to work in Canada.
The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices and providing employees with more choice about where they do their work. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work as part of their life while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.
Within the flexible work model, CNSC employees are currently expected to work in-person for at least 25% of their normal schedule depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.
We encourage applicants that reside across Canada to apply.
The CNSC is committed to creating a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
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Why work here?
At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.
We also provide benefits like:
- Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year
- Competitive salary and benefit package
- Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities
- Strong support for employee wellness and mental health
Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca.
What You’ll Do
The Engineering Design Assessment Division (EDAD) provides regulatory leadership and expertise in the fields of mechanical, metallurgical, fire protection and civil engineering. EDAD is looking for Specialists with expertise in the area of civil engineering to support the CNSC's mandate and mission.
Reporting to the EDAD Director, the (Technical) Specialist is a civil engineering subject matter expert and provides the following technical support in support of CNSC's Operations:
- assess nuclear facilities' compliance with CSA Group standards N287, N289 and N291,
- review and assess submissions related to nuclear facilities' safety related civil structures, concrete containment structures and seismic design,
- review and evaluate periodic inspection reports,
- provide civil engineering technical expertise during inspections at nuclear facilities and other compliance verification activities,
- prepare reports, guides, procedures and other documents and contribute to the development of regulatory documents and standards,
- attend and participate in national and international technical and scientific meetings and organizations, as required.
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in civil engineering
Language Requirements:
English essential
Experience (REG5 - 1 to 4 years, REG6 - 4 to 7 years, REG7 -7-10 years) :
- Experience in one or more of the following areas relating to civil structures and components: analysis, design, including seismic design, evaluation, construction, inspection, decommissioning, and/or aging management
- Assisting in the (REG5) / Preparation and review of (REG6/7) scientific papers, reports and documents with a focus on civil engineering
- Basic (REG5) / Moderate (REG6) / Advanced (REG7) experience in project management and coordination
Knowledge (REG5 – Basic, REG6 – Moderate, REG7 – Advanced):
- External hazards to civil structures (seismic, impact, blast, high wind and flood)
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modelling of civil structures
- Nuclear industry, including research, design, construction, operations and safety relating to CANDU reactors
- The Canadian nuclear regulatory framework including the Nuclear Safety and Control Act (NSCA) and its associated regulations, and applicable CNSC regulatory documents
Ability to:
- Communicate complex ideas effectively to a variety of audiences both verbally and in writing
- Work effectively in both office and virtual / telework settings
- Develop and maintain relationships with different stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams
Key Competencies:
The following "Key Behavioural Competencies" define the behaviours expected of all CNSC employees. These competencies serve as the basis for the selection, performance management, development and recognition of CNSC employees and will form part of the evaluation of this process.
- Live it - Model the CNSC values
- Own it - Be Accountable & Achieve Results
- Build it - Collaborate Effectively with Others
- Learn it - Commit to your Professional Growth & Personal Leadership
For more information on CNSC’s Key Behavioural Competencies go to the following link: http://www.nuclearsafety.gc.ca/eng/about-us/careers-at-cnsc/key-behavioral-competencies.cfm
Asset Qualification:
- Post-graduate degree in civil engineering
- Civil engineering experience related to nuclear facilities and/or recent experience with the construction of nuclear facilities
- Recent experience with seismic design related to nuclear facilities and the application of the CSA N289 series of standards
- Experience analyzing and interpreting seismological data
- Knowledge of boiling water reactors and/or pressurized water reactors
- Knowledge of other codes and standards, and industry reports (CSA Group, NBCC, IAEA, ASTM, EPRI, COG, IEEE, ANSI, etc.)
Operational Needs:
All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.
Submitting an Application:
Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.
1. We want to read your resume! Please include your contact information so we can reach you.
2. We want to hear from you! You will be prompted to complete a series of screening questions once you click on “I am interested”. Using concrete examples really helps to put things into perspective when reading your responses.
Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application.
To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:
3. A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education
Asset qualifications and organizational needs may also be used for screening or to determine the right fit for the position. Essential qualifications and hiring conditions must be met before an appointment is made.
We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.
Additional Notes:
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Contact Information:
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact [email protected] or call 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).
If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).
