BWXT Medical Ltd. 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 Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Medical Ltd. is part of the BWXT nuclear power segment (NPG) of BWX Technologies, Inc.

Job Title: Development Technician

We are currently recruiting for a Development Technician I for our facility in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

While working at BWXT you can expect to be integrated into a team where you’ll have an immediate impact.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and custom maintenance and repairs of equipment and facilities.

• Perform tasks associated with process technical support and new process or product development projects.

• Assemble equipment, run tests and perform experiments to established drawings, specifications and procedures. Gathers data for analysis and reports results. Assists in writing reports.

• Assist in commissioning new processes, products facilities and equipment.

• Provide technical advice as directed.

• Assists on consulting jobs.

Qualifications

• Normally, B.Sc. or Technologist Diploma (3 yr.) in an appropriate technical discipline plus 3 years of relevant technical experience.

Additional Requirements

• Will be classed as Nuclear Energy Worker frequently working with radioactive materials and processes.

• Must be knowledgeable about radiation and industrial hazards and the techniques to reduce these hazards.

• Must be familiar with company organization, practices, policies and procedures and able to read and comprehend drawings, schematics, specifications and technical literature.

• Must be able to work under general direction and guidance. Decisions are normally made based on interpretation of well-defined policies and precedent.

• Overtime may be required.

Physical requirements:

• Have good manual dexterity and grip strength

• Push and pull hand carts with a force of up to 25kgs on an occasional basis

• Lift up to 5kgs on a frequent basis and 10kgs on an occasional basis

• Work with arms/hands on a frequent basis

• This position requires the successful completion of a Health & Hygiene medical assessment, vision screen and hearing test as a pre-employment condition

The base salary range for this position in [[stateProvince]] at the start of employment is expected to be between $[[custsalaryMin]] and $[[custsalaryMax]] per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to 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 o ffer 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 Medical 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, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Medical Ltd 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.