Materials Science Technologist

Job title:

Materials Science Technologist

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

The incumbent will be part of a well-established team of professionals and technologists specializing in the study of neutron irradiation damage and its effects on reactor component material performance. The branch conducts research into alloys/components in current reactor designs as well as alloys/components proposed for future reactor concepts. The capabilities of the branch include developing irradiation programs; characterizing irradiated materials; developing predictive models of radiation damage and deformation; and applying neutron scattering techniques to material research.

What you will be doing:

• Perform mechanical testing of materials.
• Perform dimensional measurements on components with a variety of techniques (optical extensometry, laser, density measurements, etc.).
• Perform basic data analysis and document the results in reports.
• Ensure that the work is conducted to the appropriate Quality Assurance standards.
• Ensure the safe operation of laboratories.
• Perform routine sample preparation for optical microscopy, focused ion beam, transmission electron microscope, scanning electron microscope or X-ray diffraction analysis.
• Operation of instruments such as optical microscopes, focused ion beam / scanning electron microscope, transmission electron microscope, or X-ray diffraction

What we are looking for:

• Graduation with a diploma related to materials or mechanical engineering technology from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education
• Or Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has more than 3 years pertinent experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.
• Good understanding of materials science.
• Good understanding of common materials testing techniques
• Basic understanding of algebraic expressions, statistical methods and regression analysis.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong project management, experimental planning and communication skills.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is an asset:

o Mechanical testing.
o Strain gauges
o Extensometers
o Operations in a metallurgical research laboratory.
o Operation of optical microscopes, focused ion beam (FIB), transmission electron microscopes (TEM), scanning electron microscopes (SEM), and/or X-ray diffraction (XRD).
o Basic design of test jigs and fixtures. Experience with CAD programs is an asset.
o Programming in LabView / Visual Basic / Spreadsheets or similar languages.
Application of thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges or other sensors.

Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security”.

Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We’re reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.
We offer a complete total rewards package:
· paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
· benefits effective day one, that’s right no waiting period;
· tuition support
· and a pension!
Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?
· Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
· Restore and protect the Environment.
· Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:
CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River provide you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep! In fact, Deep River was named as the fourth best place to live in Canada in a recent ranking by movingwaldo.com.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

Expected salary

Location

Chalk River, ON

Job date

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:15:41 GMT

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