Materials/Welding Engineer at AtkinsRéalis
Company
Snc-Lavalin
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Join AtkinsRéalis as a Materials/Welding Engineer based in Mississauga, Ontario, and leverage your expertise in a full-time capacity. Specializing in materials and welding, you’ll impact nuclear projects. In this senior-level position, you will oversee materials, welding, and metallurgical engineering tasks critical to manufacturing and refurbishment operations.
Your role includes guiding teams and ensuring adherence to stringent regulatory requirements, with a primary focus on welding specifications and metallurgical evaluation. This position is ideal for those with a decade's worth of specialized experience in the field. Key Responsibilities:
• Lead engineering support for manufacturing and fabrication activities
• Develop and approve welding specifications and plans
• Conduct inspections and resolve technical manufacturing issues
• Interface with clients and suppliers for effective solutions
• Support refurbishment projects and nuclear build activities Requirements:
• Engineering degree in relevant fields
• Licensure as Professional Engineer in Ontario preferred
• 10+ years in materials and welding engineering
• Experience in safety-critical environments, particularly nuclear
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards Bring your expertise in welding and materials to AtkinsRéalis, where you will foster innovation in engineering.
Your role includes guiding teams and ensuring adherence to stringent regulatory requirements, with a primary focus on welding specifications and metallurgical evaluation. This position is ideal for those with a decade's worth of specialized experience in the field. Key Responsibilities:
• Lead engineering support for manufacturing and fabrication activities
• Develop and approve welding specifications and plans
• Conduct inspections and resolve technical manufacturing issues
• Interface with clients and suppliers for effective solutions
• Support refurbishment projects and nuclear build activities Requirements:
• Engineering degree in relevant fields
• Licensure as Professional Engineer in Ontario preferred
• 10+ years in materials and welding engineering
• Experience in safety-critical environments, particularly nuclear
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards Bring your expertise in welding and materials to AtkinsRéalis, where you will foster innovation in engineering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
