Tooling Readiness Technician - Kincardine, Canada - United Engineers & Constructors, Inc.

Description

At United we are a team of engineers, builders, planners and thinkers that design and build today's infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and AtkinsRéalis located in Kincardine, Ontario. Shoreline Power Group is the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders as well as construction management and trade labor. This project is part of Bruce Power's Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power's CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the Tooling Manager, the Tooling Readiness Technician is a highly motivated, self-starter, who will provide technical support for the Fuel Channel and Feeder tooling, as part of the overall Bruce Power Fuel Channel and Feeder Replacement project.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Single point of contact and a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specific tooling
• Witness tool testing at Integration Facility and other vendors as required
• Identify, report, contribute and obtain resolution for any deviations from the design requirements or testing criteria using Adverse Condition or Event Reports (ACERS)
• As an integral part of the Tooling Turnover process from Bruce Power to Shoreline Power Group, be accountable for accepting tooling based on pre-determined criteria.
• Assist in the development of the Comprehensive Work Packages
• Accountable for weekly schedule updates
• Provide engineering direction and support for each assigned toolset (applicable through testing, readiness, execution, post-use and assessment)
• Establish and maintain interfaces with other internal groups, subcontractors and suppliers
• Maintain high standards related to final product quality
• Identify continuous improvements to processes
• Participate in meetings with other internal and external groups
• Clearly communicate with the client to ensure accurate and comprehensive understanding of the tooling needs are understood
• When assigned to shift crews, work in a team setting with Construction trades, Shift Management and Shift Engineers to track tool performance, troubleshoot problems, and provide direction to tooling maintenance crews.
• Prepare daily shift logs to track tool performance, summarize maintenance and document troubleshooting steps.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Engineering Degree, Technologist diploma (Electrical), Electrical Technician certificate or equivalent based on electrical experience.
• Experience with automation controls including PLC's, Drive controllers, computer-based controls
• Experience with Siemens controls would be an asset
• Electrical designintegration of automation control systems
• Preference for experiences with automated tooling- as a tool technician, electrician, tool designer or end-use operator
• Knowledge of the Electrical Safety Code, and Lock-out-Tag Out procedures.
• Preference for some experience working in a nuclear power plant, otherwise the ability to obtain Bruce Power site-specific training for nuclear energy workers (such as radiation protection, respirator, fall arrest, etc.)
• Effective communicator within a large team
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet your deliverables
• Ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and muster the appropriate support when required.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experiences working safely and within a quality program
• Shift work during execution (phase 2)
• Travel as necessary

United offers a benefit rich offering to our employees. United provides access to Extended Heath Care, Vision Coverage, Dental Coverage, Health Spending Accounts, Critical Illness Coverage, Life and AD&D Coverage and Disability Coverage for Short and Long Term Disability. United supports life balance by offering a competitive PTO program in addition to paid holidays. We enjoy a great wellness program with regular incentives.