Company
Aecon Group Inc.
Location
Toronto, ON (+1 other)
Job type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
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Job description
Come Build Your Career at
Aecon!
As a Canadian leader in infrastructure
development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters
for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most
impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the
forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy,
and partner every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our
communities.
Safety Always. Our number one
core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at
all.
Integrity. We lead by example, with
humility and courage.
Accountability. We’re
passionate about delivering on our
commitments.
Inclusion. We provide equitable
opportunities for everyone.
Ensure you and
your family receive the services needed to support your mental,
emotional, and physical well‑being.
Believe in
helping you build your career through our Aecon University and
Leadership Programs.
Support and invest in
inclusive work environments through initiatives such as Equity,
Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and
Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource
Groups.
Lead sustainable construction by
minimizing environmental impact on surrounding
communities.
What Is The Opportunity? The
Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon,
United, and AtkinsRéalis located in Kincardine, Ontario. The group
leads the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program, which replaces
the main components of six reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear
Generating Station. The scope includes removal and replacement of
calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders, along with
construction management and trade labour, as part of Bruce Power’s
Life Extension Program that allows CANDU units to continue
operating safely through 2064.
Reporting
functionally to the Welding Manager, the Welding Specialist will
support welding activities associated with MCR Feeder and Fuel
Channel Replacement.
What You’ll Do
Here
Develop welding techniques, procedures,
and equipment applications using production specifications, metal
properties, and welding engineering
principles.
Provide expertise and work closely
with welders, supervisors, and welding engineers to determine
optimal welding parameters and consumable
selection.
Ensure site conditions are suitable
for planned welding activities before mobilizing operators, and
perform corrections with the Execution Construction
Team.
Maintain a regular job‑site presence to
monitor in‑process welding activities.
Verify
that operators follow correct welding procedures and that tooling
and equipment are properly configured.
Review
weld data and results after completion.
Lead
welding and tooling troubleshooting activities on
site.
Report welding‑related issues, including
tooling and human performance problems, to
supervision.
Support emergent procedure
development activities.
Supervise training and
qualification of new welding
operators.
Prepare Aecon technical
specifications and requisitions for consumables, including special
purchasing instructions.
Interpret Aecon and
customer drawings, codes, standards, and procedures, and
communicate findings to project
personnel.
Ensure process control throughout
critical welding activities.
Train welders on
procedures, processes, equipment, and
maintenance.
Review drawings to determine
joint configurations and welding
symbols.
Manage qualification of welders for
field and shop personnel as needed.
Stay
current with and introduce new
technologies.
Perform other duties as
assigned.
What You Bring To The
Team
Minimum 3 years of
manufacturing / fabrication or related industry
knowledge.
Graduate of a Welding Technology
Program or equivalent, or equivalent practical
experience.
Certification as a CWB Welding
Supervisor (asset).
Strong working knowledge
of arc welding processes and
equipment.
Knowledge of ASME Code Section IX,
CWB W47.1, CSA W59, AWS D1.1 / D1.6
asset).
Familiarity with NDE methods
VT / MT / PT / RT, UT).
Experience operating and
supporting orbital welding tooling
asset).
General knowledge of manufacturing
methods and procedures.
Working knowledge of
MS Office applications.
Team‑oriented and
collaborative.
Strong written, verbal
communication, and problem‑solving
skills.
Salary
Range :
75,000 – $100,000 per year. Pay is
based on location, education, experience, certifications, and job
complexity.
Aecon fosters diversity,
inclusion, and belonging. We welcome applicants from all
backgrounds, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous
peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual
orientation or gender identity.
We are
committed to the Accessible Canada Act and provide accommodations
throughout the interview and hiring process. Ai tools may be used
in screening, but final decisions are made by qualified team
members.
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Aecon!
As a Canadian leader in infrastructure
development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters
for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most
impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the
forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy,
and partner every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our
communities.
Safety Always. Our number one
core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at
all.
Integrity. We lead by example, with
humility and courage.
Accountability. We’re
passionate about delivering on our
commitments.
Inclusion. We provide equitable
opportunities for everyone.
Ensure you and
your family receive the services needed to support your mental,
emotional, and physical well‑being.
Believe in
helping you build your career through our Aecon University and
Leadership Programs.
Support and invest in
inclusive work environments through initiatives such as Equity,
Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and
Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource
Groups.
Lead sustainable construction by
minimizing environmental impact on surrounding
communities.
What Is The Opportunity? The
Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon,
United, and AtkinsRéalis located in Kincardine, Ontario. The group
leads the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program, which replaces
the main components of six reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear
Generating Station. The scope includes removal and replacement of
calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders, along with
construction management and trade labour, as part of Bruce Power’s
Life Extension Program that allows CANDU units to continue
operating safely through 2064.
Reporting
functionally to the Welding Manager, the Welding Specialist will
support welding activities associated with MCR Feeder and Fuel
Channel Replacement.
What You’ll Do
Here
Develop welding techniques, procedures,
and equipment applications using production specifications, metal
properties, and welding engineering
principles.
Provide expertise and work closely
with welders, supervisors, and welding engineers to determine
optimal welding parameters and consumable
selection.
Ensure site conditions are suitable
for planned welding activities before mobilizing operators, and
perform corrections with the Execution Construction
Team.
Maintain a regular job‑site presence to
monitor in‑process welding activities.
Verify
that operators follow correct welding procedures and that tooling
and equipment are properly configured.
Review
weld data and results after completion.
Lead
welding and tooling troubleshooting activities on
site.
Report welding‑related issues, including
tooling and human performance problems, to
supervision.
Support emergent procedure
development activities.
Supervise training and
qualification of new welding
operators.
Prepare Aecon technical
specifications and requisitions for consumables, including special
purchasing instructions.
Interpret Aecon and
customer drawings, codes, standards, and procedures, and
communicate findings to project
personnel.
Ensure process control throughout
critical welding activities.
Train welders on
procedures, processes, equipment, and
maintenance.
Review drawings to determine
joint configurations and welding
symbols.
Manage qualification of welders for
field and shop personnel as needed.
Stay
current with and introduce new
technologies.
Perform other duties as
assigned.
What You Bring To The
Team
Minimum 3 years of
manufacturing / fabrication or related industry
knowledge.
Graduate of a Welding Technology
Program or equivalent, or equivalent practical
experience.
Certification as a CWB Welding
Supervisor (asset).
Strong working knowledge
of arc welding processes and
equipment.
Knowledge of ASME Code Section IX,
CWB W47.1, CSA W59, AWS D1.1 / D1.6
asset).
Familiarity with NDE methods
VT / MT / PT / RT, UT).
Experience operating and
supporting orbital welding tooling
asset).
General knowledge of manufacturing
methods and procedures.
Working knowledge of
MS Office applications.
Team‑oriented and
collaborative.
Strong written, verbal
communication, and problem‑solving
skills.
Salary
Range :
75,000 – $100,000 per year. Pay is
based on location, education, experience, certifications, and job
complexity.
Aecon fosters diversity,
inclusion, and belonging. We welcome applicants from all
backgrounds, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous
peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual
orientation or gender identity.
We are
committed to the Accessible Canada Act and provide accommodations
throughout the interview and hiring process. Ai tools may be used
in screening, but final decisions are made by qualified team
members.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
Q
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the general minimum wage in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour as of January 1 2026 for welders in non-unionized roles. Welders classified under skilled trades receive overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week. This rate applies uniformly across all sectors without provincial variations for this occupation.
Source: Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Q
What work permit requirements apply for international welders moving to Canada in 2026?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved LMIA for NOC 72106 welders. Applicants need a minimum of two years paid experience in the last five years plus Red Seal endorsement. Processing takes 8 weeks for 80 percent of applications submitted after April 2026.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Q
What education and certification are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada?
Employment and Social Development Canada lists completion of a 2-3 year apprenticeship or Red Seal certification as mandatory for NOC 72106 welder positions. Candidates must hold a high school diploma plus 6,000 hours of documented on-the-job training by December 2026. Provincial trade authorities issue the certificate of qualification after passing the Red Seal exam.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada
Q
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the federal skilled trades program?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, Red Seal certificate, language test results at CLB 5 or higher, and proof of funds equaling CAD 13,757 for a single applicant as of 2026. The Express Entry profile requires an Educational Credential Assessment for any foreign training completed before submission. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5 MB each.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
