Deterministic Safety Analyst

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry for more than 60 years and are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Location

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Your Role

• Perform deterministic safety assessments for plant systems, including heat transport system (HTS), containment, and severe‑accident progression.
• Analyze postulated accidents using state‑of‑the‑art methodologies and computer codes.
• Develop safety‑analysis approaches, including analysis‑basis plans and reports for assigned tasks.
• Execute assignments independently, ensuring work aligns with project requirements and expected outcomes.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate engineering phases of major or large‑scope projects requiring initiative and independent judgment.
• Address complex engineering challenges such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitable materials, and difficult coordination needs.
• Assess the feasibility and soundness of engineering methods, applying broad discipline knowledge and providing technically accurate, well‑reasoned recommendations.

Qualifications

• A relevant honors degree in engineering or science with 1–8 years of relevant experience (advanced degree research and coursework may be considered).
• Conversant with computer environments; proficiency in Linux and Windows is a strong asset.
• Broad knowledge of thermal‑fluid sciences (fluid flow, heat transfer, multi‑phase flow and thermodynamics).
• Familiarity and experience with safety and licensing computer codes such as CATHENA, NUCIRC, ADDAM, GOTHIC, and MAAP.
• Proficiency in programming, especially FORTRAN, is desirable.
• Good knowledge of the CANDU design, particularly the HTS and plant control, containment and moderator systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible, quickly responding to changing project needs.
• Demonstrated initiative while working in a team environment.
• Ability to work within budget and schedule constraints.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings and workshops.
• Full commitment to working in a formal QA environment.

Benefits

• Exciting environment with a focus on work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for learning and career development.
• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits.
• Health and safety focused workplace.