Technical Officer

Do you enjoy hands-on experimental work and contributing to the development of innovative technologies in areas such as heavy water management, tritium processing, and advanced fuel cycle systems? Can you see yourself working alongside a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technologists to support cutting-edge research and commercialization initiatives that have real-world impact? If you answered yes, then our Technical Officer role may be the job for you! Apply today! 

What you will be doing!

• Executing research activities and experimental programs.
• Managing task-level scheduling and coordination of research activities.
• Ensuring completion of experimental work and required training.
• Tracking progress and reporting the status of experimental work to supervision.
• Verifying that current and approved procedures are being used.
• Informing supervision when procedures are outdated or require revision.
• Updating procedures as requested to support ongoing operations and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.   
   

What we are looking for: 

• Education 
  • Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position, such as Chemical Technology, Chemistry, Physics or Engineering and normally has two to three years of pertinent technological experience. OR Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has more than three years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training.
• Experience 
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a chemical or chemical engineering laboratory.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of safety procedures in laboratory operations is essential.
  • Excellent working knowledge of chemical analysis techniques and equipment.
  • Basic computer skills with word processing and spreadsheet knowledge.
  • Knowledgeable in Quality Assurance requirements in R&D lab activities.
  • Carry out all responsibilities safely and accurately by strictly following protocols and procedures.
  • Initial responsibility - on-the-job training under the supervision of a senior/experienced staff member.
  • Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly activities related to routine laboratory operations such as equipment calibration, housekeeping and waste disposal coordination.
  • Setting up and operating experimental and production facilities for R&D and commercial projects.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures in laboratory operations is essential.
  • Knowledge of QA requirements for R&D activities.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which hasa minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”   
     

Working Conditions: 

• Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week. 
• This position is part of the USW 1568 Unionand is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in thier Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.
•  A combination of office work with some laboratory work. Highly hazardous environments and the requirements to wear personal protective equipment to mitigate any potential physical/health hazards

Why CNL? 

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for aclean and secure worldexcite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation ofclean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developingtargeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership inenvironmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team: 

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
• Benefits effective Day One– no waiting period 
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing 
• Adefined-benefit pension plan or adefined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You? 

• Deliveringclean energyfor today and tomorrow 
• Restoring and protecting the environment 
• Contributing to thehealth of Canadians

If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL! 

Location: Onsite 

Located in the heart of theOttawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting withforests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such asDeep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleledoutdoor adventures and a fantasticwork-life balance.

Please note:This is afully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotesequity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here toread all about it!

We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in ourCore Values: 

• Respect
• Teamwork 
• Accountability 
• Safety 
• Integrity
• Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningfulcareer development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.

CNL is anequal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know viajobs@cnl.ca. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.