Senior Plant Engineer/Officer

Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: Hybrid     
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering 
Base Location: Cornwall, ON
Shifts(s): Days 
Travel: 25%
Deadline to Apply: April 17, 2025
Salary Range: $1,704.68 - $2,924.93 Per Week 
 
Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. 

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. 

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job. 

JOB OVERVIEW 
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Senior Plant Engineer/Officer (Electrical). 

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Performance Engineering, this position is responsible for providing electrical engineering advice, assessments, inspections and designs for generators, power systems transformers, distribution, arc flash hazards, and protection and control associated with hydro generating stations and associated infrastructure.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  

• Respond to emergencies, equipment failure, unsatisfactory equipment performance; conduct field investigations and recommend actions 
• Provide technical direction, plans, and advice on a variety of technical matters related to hydro station maintenance, operations, performance, design, and commissioning
• Preparation of drawings, technical specifications, construction estimates, request for proposals, proposal evaluation and engineering contract management
• Pre-start health and safety reviews; investigate safety or technical incidents

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 4 year Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (a focus on Power Engineering is preferred)
• Minimum 2 years experience in an industrial environment or generating facility with generators, PLC based control systems, high voltage equipment, protection and control systems, generator control systems (governor and exciters) and/or spillway gates
• Knowledge and/or experience conducting assessments, testing, studies, inspections, investigations, designing, evaluating, construction monitoring, and maintenance of electrical works associated with high voltage industrial installations
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory (reliability) standards applicable to electricity generation in the Province of Ontario
• Demonstrated knowledge of the OH&S Act & Regulations, especially for Industrial Establishments (Ont. Reg. 851) & Construction (Ont. Reg. 213) in Ontario & the Ontario Electrical Safety Code & various codes and standards associated with electrical engineeering and application of their requirements
• Ability to work in a team environment; strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbally)
• Valid Ontario Drivers License in good standing and willingness to travel via road, airplane, float plane, helicopter, etc. 20% of the time
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the Province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. 

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact AODA@opg.com. 

What makes a career at OPG different?
With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.  

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history. 
 
Please submit your application online at jobs.opg.com.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

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The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.