OPEN: Intermediate Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

Intermediate Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer, Nuclear 

Resume Due Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Primary Location: Markham, Ontario

Job: 104-020

Schedule: Full-time

Level: Individual Contributor

Reporting Manager Title: Department Manager, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering

Duration: 12 months

Hours of work: 40 Hours per week

Hourly Range: $65 – $80

Purpose: 
Our client is seeking an Instrumentation Engineer in Markham, Ontario with demonstrated experience in the Ontario nuclear sector. You will be supporting complex I&C designs and modifications on major refurbishment and new build projects while upholding our client’s standards for safety and technical excellence.
You will be part of a growing team that is embedded in the transformation of Ontario’s Nuclear fleet, working on critical projects, some of the most ambitious clean energy programs in the world. The scale of impact supporting cornerstone projects that power millions of homes with zero-emissions energy.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and review instrumentation and electrical engineering deliverables including Descriptive System Documents (DSDs), loop drawings, instrument specifications, control narratives, logic diagrams, and related design documentation.
• Apply engineering principles, nuclear codes, standards, and client specifications to deliver safe, quality, and compliant solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support project execution.
• Support engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and field implementation activities as required.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, field walkdowns, and client engagements to ensure successful project delivery.
• Track assigned work, manage priorities, and contribute to delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Support knowledge sharing, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of junior team members.
• Identify engineering risks, propose practical solutions, and ensure all deliverables meet our client’s quality and regulatory requirements.

Technical and Industry Experience:

• Experience developing instrumentation and electrical engineering deliverables for nuclear projects, including design documentation, specifications, control system documentation, and engineering calculations.
• Working knowledge of Canadian nuclear industry codes, standards, regulations, and quality assurance requirements, including CSA N285, N286, N299, and related standards.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, solve engineering problems, and make sound engineering decisions.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Well-developed organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project commitments.
• Experience supporting design reviews, field activities, testing, commissioning, or plant modifications is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD, AVEVA, or similar engineering software platforms.
• A growth mindset and desire to contribute to the continued advancement of Canada’s nuclear industry.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain security clearance for access to Canadian nuclear facilities.
• Ability to travel to client sites and nuclear facilities as required.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant instrumentation, controls, and/or electrical engineering experience, preferably within the nuclear industry.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or actively pursuing licensure.

Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.

CPUS Engineering employs artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its recruitment process to enhance efficiency and consistency. These tools may assist with activities such as application screening, candidate evaluation, and summarization of interview feedback.

AI-generated outputs are intended to supplement, not replace, human judgment. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified human decision-makers who exercise professional discretion in reviewing and assessing candidate information alongside any AI-generated insights.

CPUS Engineering ensures that the use of AI in recruitment complies with all applicable employment laws, human rights legislation, and privacy regulations. The organization is committed to maintaining fairness, transparency, and non-discrimination throughout the hiring process.