Technical Officer

Canadian Nuclear LaboratoriesChalk River, ONvia CNL careers site

  • Full-time
  • Posted 12 days ago
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About the job

The technical officer carries out hands-on lab work for research and commercial projects at CNL's Chalk River Laboratories, on topics like tritium processing, heavy water handling and advanced fuel cycles. The role mixes office work with time in the lab, starting with on-the-job training under a senior staff member.

The position belongs to USW 1568 and follows its collective agreement. It is on site, 37.5 hours over five days. The lab can be highly hazardous and requires protective equipment. Eligibility for Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance is required, with 3 to 5 years of verifiable history.

What you’ll do

  • Carry out research activities and experimental programs
  • Schedule and coordinate tasks for research work
  • Track and report the status of experiments to supervisors
  • Check that current approved procedures are in use and update them when asked
  • Handle routine lab upkeep such as calibration, housekeeping and waste disposal
  • Set up and run experimental and production equipment

What we’re looking for

  • Technology diploma in chemical technology, chemistry, physics or engineering with 2 to 3 years of experience, or high school plus more than 3 years
  • At least 3 years of work in a chemical or chemical engineering lab
  • Solid knowledge of chemical analysis methods and equipment
  • Knowledge of lab safety procedures and QA requirements for R&D
  • Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills
  • Eligible for Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC)

Benefits

  • Group RRSP or pension
  • Paid sick days
  • Benefits from day one, tuition support

Details

Pay
Job type
Full-time
Where
286 Plant Road, Chalk River, ON K0J 1J0, Chalk River
Kind of work
Professional & technical
Listed until
Nov 27, 2026

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