Senior Plant Engineer - Mechanical

Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: Hybrid
Education Level: 4 Year University Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Base Location: Niagara, ON
Shifts(s): Days 
Travel: 10% 
Deadline to Apply: July 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 - Mechanical at our Sir Adam Beck Hydro Generating Station, located in Niagara, ON. 

Reporting to the Mechanical Production Technical Supervisor, the Senior Plant Engineer - Mechanical will provide technical advice and guidance on a variety of technical matters within designated area of responsibility for hydro station maintenance, operations, performance, design and commissioning.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  

• Manage mechanical engineering assessments, studies, inspections, investigations, designs, and evaluations for hydro turbine generators, and auxiliary systems associated with hydroelectric generation.
• Support projects with preparation of technical specifications, proposals, drawings, requests for proposals, design reviews and construction estimates.
• Provide technical support and consultation in regards to hydroelectric station maintenance, operations, performance, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and government agencies as required.
• Support production by providing advice, responding to equipment failures, conducting field investigations, preparing reports, and recommending actions.
• Develop plans, standards and technical procedures for inspection, maintenance, unit overhauls and asset life management programs.
• Pre-start health and safety reviews, investigation of safety or technical incidents.
• Improve equipment reliability through equipment failure reviews, plant health assessments, PM updates and risk reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 4 year University Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Unrestricted Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) certification in good standing in the Province of Ontario is an asset.
• 8 years of relevant experience as a Mechanical Engineer in hydroelectric generation or related relevant industries; consideration will be given to more junior candidates.
• Experience conducting assessments, testing, studies, inspections, investigations, design, evaluations, construction monitoring & maintenance of mechanical works associated with generating stations.
• Experience participating in and leading root cause analysis for equipment issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills for the purposes of gathering and relaying information, resolving issues of concern.
• Good organizational and leadership skills, and to be a self-starter who can work both independently and in a team environment that is dedicated to engineering excellence and best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and ability to make quick decisions;High integrity, upholding company values including H&S, and protection of the environment;Results and detail oriented individual.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the OH&S Act and Regulations, especially for Industrial Establishments (Ont Reg 851) & Construction (Ont Reg 213) and various codes and standards associated with mechanical engineering and application of their requirements.

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.