Job Category: Engineering
Location: Port Hope, Ontario. Onsite position
Work Contract: Temp Full-Time (K3) / 4-8 month term (must be returning to school after work term completion)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Position and Responsibilities
Work with the Project Engineering department over a wide variety of Plant Engineering assignments.
- Assist Project Engineer with: defining scope, identifying constraints, applying standards, reporting status, reviewing drawings, and communicating with all who are involved.
- As directed by Project Engineer, research and propose industrial hardware solutions; a project may be ongoing during this work term.
- As required, read, interpret, and apply the Canadian Electrical Code, National Building Code of Canada, the Canada Labour Code, ASHRAE Guidelines, other legal requirements and Cameco documents.
- Create design sketches, and direct the preparation of drawings
- Work with the drafting group to prepare drawings in AutoCAD (optional)
- Other tasks as assigned.
There will be many opportunities to work with other engineering disciplines within the Project Engineering, Project Management and Production Engineering departments; creativity and collaboration is encouraged in design. Your office will be located amongst engineers who will support and encourage you
Education and Qualifications
Requirements of the position:
- Major in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering - Undergraduate
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Self-starter, able to identify the objective, jump in and get moving, while asking questions to ensure that things are on track.
- Proficient in computer usage of MS Word, MS Excel and AutoCAD (optional).
- Willing to do research on technical subjects and products beyond formal training.
- Competent in creating accurate hand sketches of site conditions by means measurements and photography.
Must be available for a May 2026 start date (4-8 month term) and be returning to school after work term completion. This role is an onsite/in person position located in Port Hope, Ontario.
Safety Sensitive Site
Job ID: 41761
Posted: January 12, 2026
Posting end date: February 2, 2026
Salary Range: $75,977 - $87,458
The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
