Manufacturing Engineer

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With over 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior,  BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.   We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer   for our location in Arnprior, Ontario. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for overseeing and optimizing specific manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with company goals and industry best practices. This includes managing documentation, process training, continuous improvement initiatives, and various projects. The role plays a key part in addressing quality concerns, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving operational consistency across manufacturing activities. The Manufacturing Engineer contributes to maintaining an efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing environment.   Welcome to BWXT We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference .   Location: This position is onsite in Arnprior, Ontario.    Day to Day:   Process Optimization & Productivity Enhancement:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes, focusing on enhancing productivity, reducing waste, and improving quality. Monitor and update manufacturing processes to align with industry standards and evolving best practices. Develop and present business cases for future capital investments and process upgrades. Oversee procurement, installation, training, tooling, and factory acceptance of new equipment and technologies. Track process performance metrics, including yield rates, variations, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Conduct employee assessments and provide training to ensure competency in operating equipment and adhering to safety standards. Implement projects that support long-term improvements in manufacturing performance, including process automation, digitalization, and lean manufacturing principles.

Provide regular updates to all stakeholders on the status and performance of equipment. Deliver comprehensive project status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment. Offer well-informed recommendations for necessary repairs and establish realistic timelines for completion

Oversee and implement process changes in alignment with established change management procedures. Develop and update documentation to accurately reflect process changes and support smooth transitions. Ensure effective communication of all changes to relevant stakeholders across the organization. Engage and involve key employees throughout the change process to ensure successful implementation. Manage tooling inventories to meet production requirements, ensuring availability and cost-efficiency. Facilitate the seamless introduction of new products by supporting the integration of tooling, planning, programs, and routing.

Ensure the timely execution of necessary repairs and recommend machine shutdowns when required to maintain operational efficiency and safety. Identify and resolve machine-related issues, including providing solutions and recommending training to prevent recurrence. Support corrective actions and conduct root cause analysis to address ongoing problems and improve processes.

Ensure the completion of adequate