Position Title:  Welding Program Manager

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 partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• 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.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• 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.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Nuclear’ s portfolio of building, refurbishing, maintaining, and decommissioning nuclear power facilities reflects a record of project success that ranges from small but essential maintenance contracts, to major construction endeavors. Aecon supports clients with expert project management to the most exacting standards.

Working with our joint venture partner Atkins Realis, Aecon Nuclear has been awarded the definition phase contract with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to assist in planning the Pickering Retube, Feeder and Boiler replacement (RFBR) project. This project involves the refurbishment of four reactors and replacement of the forty eight steam generators at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station.

The RFBR Welding Manager, reporting to the Senior Construction Manager, is responsible for driving industry best welding performance by developing and implementing welding processes used for construction activities. The Weld Program Manager is also responsible for ensuring compliance of the Aecon the welding QA program across the PNGS site.

What You'll Do Here:

• Scheduling of technical welding team activities (ie pre-process qualification planning) and representing the welding services group both internally and externally
• Strong weld process implementation skills (ie how to transfer a welder process from the booth to the field effectively)
• Welding related technical trouble shooting management skills and abilities 
• Management of welding team (Etechs, Weld Specialists, Weld Engineers) and specialized weld tooling
• Collaboration with engineers, technologists, and trades people with ONE Team approach to help our clients succeed
• Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with Aecon Red Book Safety requirements
• Conducting technical reviews of Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Requests for Proposals (RFP) and contract specification and drawings for welding requirements
• Interpreting drawings, codes, standards, and procedures, and summarizing for project personnel
• Determining welding processes and weld consumables and selecting weld procedures and equipment based on the specifications, properties, and characteristics of base metals
• Certifying WPS and PQRs and registering with regulatory bodies
• Preparing Heat Treatment Instructions
• Maintaining records of WPSs, PQRs, Heat Treatment Instructions and welders’ tickets, qualifications, and welding continuity
• Reviewing fabrication drawings and determining joint configurations and weld symbols
• Preparing requisitions and Aecon Technical Specifications for the purchase of weld consumables and selecting appropriate Special Purchasing Instructions
• Attending team meetings and advising on design, construction, and fabrication issues
• Reviewing and implementing OPEX’s from project sites
• Staying current with and introducing new technologies

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing, fabrication or related industry experience 
• Strong working knowledge of ASME Codes Section I, Section II, Section III Division 1, Section VIII Division 1, Section IX, CWB W47.1 and CSA W59, CSA N285, N286 and B51, CSA Z662, API 6D, AWS D1.1/D1.6, ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3.
• Strong knowledge of engineering materials and metallurgy. 
• Knowledge of CANDU systems in general and field experience at CANDU nuclear plants would be an asset.
• Certification as a CWB Welding Engineer or Supervisor would be an asset
• Good working knowledge of VT/MT/PT/RT and UT NDE methods 
• General knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Results oriented, takes ownership of tasks assigned.
• Strong written, verbal communication and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge with MS based computer applications
• Strong understanding of union environment
• EPC project experience is a major asset
• Proven ability to manage, coordinate and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, high pressure, highly professional environment to meet tight deadlines
• Due to the nature of work conducted by CanAtom, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment    
• Our background check process includes a full security check and clearance process as well as reference checks. The security clearance process includes a comprehensive list of previous residences, employment, education, and other pertinent information. Those with a valid OPG security clearance are strongly preferred.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.