Mill Engineer - Permanent
- Regular/Permanent
- Canada / Saskatchewan
- In Office
- Apply Before 10/13/2025
Welcome to Orano
Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Job description
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, enhance critical processes, and contribute to the future of uranium milling. You’ll be a part of a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking for a purposeful career, we encourage you to apply!
At Orano Canada, you are part of the global clean energy transition. Our uranium fuels are safe, low-carbon nuclear power, supporting climate goals with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and community. Working at Orano means you’ll be doing work that matters.
Dare to do something different.
Dare to Take Action. Contribute to clean energy while gaining full lifecycle experience on world-class
Saskatchewan uranium projects—backed by Orano Group’s global expertise.
Dare to Care. Safety isn’t just a priority, it’s who we are. We put our people first. No compromise, we aim for the
highest standards.
Dare to Invest. We’re investing in the future of Saskatchewan and we create careers that matter. Invest in your
future.
Dare to Belong. Here, your contributions matter. Enjoy the security of a global leader with the close-knit feel of a
Canadian team.
Dare to Innovate. Join experts driving innovation in processing, tailings, and environmental performance. We
need bold thinkers to guide the way.
What you’ll accomplish::
· Provide engineering expertise, oversight, coaching and guidance to ensure compliance with industry codes, regulations, standards, and good practices
· Provide project engineering support and execute small to medium sized, multidiscipline projects from conception to completion
· Identify requirements and prepare detailed designs for a wide variety of projects, repairs, and upgrades
· Understand and administer management of change (MOC) to facility changes
· Conduct formal risk assessment of new designs
· Collaborate with tradespeople and operators to help propel and implement standards and improvements to the milling process and infrastructure
· Identify opportunities for improvement and develop project proposals for budget consideration
· Work with other disciplines, subject matter experts and operational personnel to solve process problems and ensure quality objectives, schedules and budgets are maintained
· Recommend and implement department engineering processes and procedures
Work Location & Schedule:
· McClean Lake mine site
· 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
· Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required
Our Full-Time Benefits
- A customized onboarding experience upon your arrival
- A welcoming environment and great coworkers
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Training and Development opportunities throughout your career
- Fitness equipment available for use on work / camp premises
- All of the advantages of a large group while maintaining the dynamics of a smaller company: career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities.
Ideal qualifications
What we’re seeking:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial Chemical or Process Engineering from a recognized university. Technologists with applicable experience will be considered.
· If an engineer, must be registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training in Saskatchewan (APEGS)
· Preference given to those with experience working full time at an industrial facility
· Previous experience working within MOC programs would be considered an asset
· Experience with Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) considered an asset
· Working knowledge of SAP considered an asset
· Knowledge of codes, standards and best engineering practices as applied to mining and milling applications is considered an asset
· Effective planning and organizational skills
· Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
· Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with peers, coworkers, contractors and consultants
· Enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement and learning
This position is subject to pre-employment checks including education and criminal record verification.
Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.
Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.
Orano Canada Inc.
As a sustainable uranium producer, Orano Canada is committed to safety, environmental protection and contributing to the prosperity and well-being of neighbouring communities.
We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.
We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities, and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our exciting career opportunities.
We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.
We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities, and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our exciting career opportunities.
