Robotic Equipment Operator (Cambridge, ON, CA) at BWXT Canada Ltd.

BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,500 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more atwww.bwxt.com.

Robotic Equipment Operator

Hourly rate:  $43.63 – Fully Qualified (starts at Learner 1: $37.08/hr; Learner 2: $39.26/hr; Learner 3: $41.44) Progression based on merit not hours.

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growthand collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'llfind opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclearinnovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive ourbusiness and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate aboutmaking a difference.

Position Overview:

Each member of our team plays a critical role in BWXT Canada’s success and in ensuring we meet our customers’ quality, cost and delivery expectations.  Our Robotic Equipment Operators are considered the best in the industry and we are proud of the high level of technical skills they demonstrate every day. Robotic Equipment Operators set up and operate robotic welding equipment and repair to an RT/UT quality.

Location:

On-site in Cambridge, Ontario

Your Day to Day as a Robotic Equipment Operator: 

•Read and interpret Work Orders, Drawings, Shop Instruction Sheet (SIS), Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), Weld and Rod Cards; plan and organize the Robotic Equipment Operator process; identify and verify workpiece material.
•Manual welding to repair welds applied by robotic equipment operator to acceptable NDE standards.
•Perform fitting tasks with use of calibrated jigs and fixtures or pre-established lay-out as required
•Performs Stud welding operations.
•Grinds welds applied by robotic equipment operators to NDE standards.
•Set-up and perform helium leak test on applications where certification is not required.
•Slings and/or transports tools, equipment, or materials by using overhead crane performing uncomplicated lifts to support own production.
•Sets up and uses; preheat and purging equipment, welding shields, pliers, grinders, wire cutters, various small hand tools.
•Calibrates equipment as required.
•Cleans and aligns surfaces to be welded.
•Prepares surfaces post welding for inspection and prepares surfaces for inspection.
•Completes records and documentation as required.
•Works in a safe manner. Demonstrates good workmanship and practices.
•Keeps works areas clean and reverts to Utility or General Helper duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Successfully completion of an advanced welding program
• Basic understanding of blueprints
• Ability to perform manual welding and repairs to RT UT quality standards and in multiple
  processes, and;
• Willingness to participate in, and complete a required company sponsored robotics courses upon
  acceptance of the role to maintain qualification.

OR

• Successful completion of a related post-secondary Welding Robotics Program (i.e. Welding
Engineering Technician – Robotics, Welding Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Welding & Robotics, etc.)
• Basic understanding of blueprints
• Successful completion of a manual welding pre-hire test (administered by BWXT), and;
• Willingness to participate in, and complete, a company-sponsored manual welding skills
development program, to obtain required RT/UT tickets to support robotic processes.
• Must be available to work any of the following shifts:
• Days: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm. (Mon – Thurs) OR;
• Afternoons: 4:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. (Mon – Thurs) OR;
• Weekend days: 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Fri, Sat, Sun; paid for 40 hours).
• Weekend afternoons: 5:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. (Fri, Sat, Sun; paid for 40 hours)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

The pay range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON)  is expected to be between $37.08  and $43.63 per hour.  The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law.

BWXT Canada is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.