Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Job Description

Overview

Launch your engineering career with AtkinsRéalis, one of Canada's leading nuclear engineering organizations. As a Mechanical Engineering, you will join the Nuclear Engineering team and contribute to innovative projects that support the development and delivery of world-class nuclear technologies. This co-op opportunity provides hands-on experience, exposure to multidisciplinary engineering environments, and the chance to apply mechanical engineering and engineering technology principles in real-world project settings.

Duration: We are currently seeking students available for a Winter 2027 co-op placement. Opportunities are available for students seeking 4, 8, 12, or 16-month work terms, with placements beginning in January 2027.

Your Role

• Support Engineers, Designers, Discipline Leads, and Engineering Managers in day-to-day engineering and project activities.
• Assist in the development and assembly of engineering deliverables for nuclear and conventional mechanical systems.
• Support mechanical design activities, equipment assessments, technical documentation, and engineering evaluations as assigned.
• Contribute to project execution in accordance with AtkinsRéalis Inc. / Candu Energy Quality Assurance Programs and project requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including Document Control, Project Management, Procurement, and field teams, on assigned task scopes.
• Collaborate with members of the nuclear team to support workflow, document reviews, and Request for Information (RFI) activities.
• Assist with reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications, calculations, and project documentation.
• Attend technical and project coordination meetings to support project delivery.
• Promote a positive team environment while contributing to engineering and project management activities.

About You

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering at an accredited Canadian university, college, or polytechnic institution.
• Ability to apply mechanical engineering or engineering technology fundamentals to develop practical solutions.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis, design, or drafting tools such as MATLAB, MathCAD, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, or similar software is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Rewards & Benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a comprehensive range of flexible benefits tailored to your health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

Take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers, and project managers, we can change the world.

We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional Information

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.