Principal Lead Structural Engineer , Nuclear at Worley — Markham, CAN | Base Career

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets.

We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning.

Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose: Worley is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer in Markham, Ontario.

Looking for a Principal Lead Structural Engineer, Nuclear for our Oakville or Markham, ON office.

Works independently at an advanced level completing a wide variety of assignments through the application of advanced engineering theories and able to do regular visits to client sites, techniques, and practices.

Has substantial knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, nuclear standards and regulations, and industry standard practices for the control, development, and application of deliverables.

Capable to provide discipline supervision for one larger or one or more smaller projects.

You will be part of a growing team that is embedded in the transformation of Ontario’s Nuclear fleet, working on critical projects, some of the most ambitious clean energy programs in the world.

Worley’s Nuclear team:

The scale of impact — supporting cornerstone projects that power millions of homes with zero-emissions energy.
The engineering culture — technically rigorous, quality-driven, and execution-focused.
The people — high-performing, collaborative teams who care deeply about what they do.
The opportunity to grow — not just personally, but to help shape the next generation of nuclear professionals.

If you’re looking for more than a job — if you want to help build the future of energy — we’re hiring across all disciplines.

Come work where it matters.

Lead level of relevant structural discipline experience with a previous experience working on Nuclear projects is required,
Strong background in discipline work and a competent understanding of regulations, codes, manufacturing standards, and industry standard practices.
Skilled in estimating project costs and lead team of engineers and designers.
Trained in leadership and project execution.
Senior level of design management experience working on mining, minerals & metals projects.
Experience on leading and overseeing design/engineering team.
Relevant experience in design management development and planning.
Excellent experience to produce calculations and use STAAD PRO software.
Strong leadership, communication, organization and analytical skill.
Be able to do site visits as needed.

What you will bring: Technical and Industry Experience:

Experience and knowledge in grass roots and brownfield projects.
Structural design as applicable to perform structural integrity reviews based on sound engineering principles.
Design and development of typical structural scope items like different types of foundations, steel, concrete, masonry is mandatory.
Excellent experience to produce calculations and use STAAD PRO software. Be able to do site visits as needed.
Experience working in project leadership. Specialized expertise in regulations, codes for the nuclear regulation and standards, and industry standard practices. Specific knowledge on the National Building codes and Nuclear related regulations is essential.

Must be a member with Professional Engineers of Ontario.

For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $149,294 to $175,641 CAD.

Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact.

So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace.

Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it.

We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success.

Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Principal Lead Structural Engineer , Nuclear

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