Engineering and Applied Science Trainee

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Status: Regular Full Time

Working Conditions: Hybrid       

Education Level: Bachelors University degree, Master’s or PhD in Engineering or Applied Science, (Completion of a 4-Year program within the last 2 years OR no later than Spring 2026)

Base Location: Bowmanville, Oshawa, Pickering, Niagara, Tiverton, and Thunder Bay, ON

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: 10%

Deadline to Apply: October 8, 2025

Salary Range: $1,651.02 - $2,832.86 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 Engineering and Applied Science Graduate Trainee.

The Engineering New Graduate program is a planned and structured entry-level training program with classroom, computer based training and on-the-job training elements.   Upon successful completion of the Engineering New Graduate program (18-24 months in duration), you will be progressed to the Assistant Technical Engineer/ Officer role. 

Throughout the program, recent graduates work closely with and will be supported by a network of dedicated OPG employees that include emerging leaders within the organization as well as seasoned staff who are ready to coach and mentor.  

 
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Working with a multi-disciplined team of engineering and technical specialists to support the operation of the various mechanical and electrical systems. 
• Developing and executing projects in compliance with customer expectations and the industry's demanding set of regulations and standards. 
• Maintaining written documented processes and procedures to reflect improved operating methods and additions to all supported systems. 
• Co-ordinate the clarification of specification requirements and arrange for necessary changes and/or co-ordinate technical work as required in several major works areas. 
• Maintain and/or update operating and other specified department/divisional procedures. 
• Solving problems, providing advice and guidance, initiating developmental studies and making recommendations during the design, commissioning and operation of a nuclear facility; to evaluate components or materials, and to perform economic studies and evaluations associated with the design, commissioning and operation within Enterprise engineering. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year university degree, Masters, or PhD in Engineering.  
• Graduated anytime between 2024 up to and including Spring 2026; must have less than 2-years of relevant work experience.  
• Now hiring into the following departments:
  • DN station Engineering
  • Pickering Refurb Station
  • DNNP U2-4
  • Project Design 1
  • Project Design 2
  • Darlington Design
  • Central – Renewable Generation
  • Central- Nuclear Safety
  • Central – Components & Equipment
  • Central- Computers and Control Design
  • Central – Chemistry
  • AIM
• Have a minimum average of 70% GPA (B-) 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver reports, briefings, project plans. 

• 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. 

• Have a strong interest in fast-paced, challenging work environments where showing initiative and self-motivation are assets. 

• Strong in understanding, executing and following governance and procedures with a questioning and analytical attitude/approach under minimum required supervision. 

• Experience managing projects (asset). 

• Proven track record on delivering results. 

• Experience and familiarity with OPGN ECC processes and standards (asset). 

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment. 

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 selection process, please contact AODA@opg.com

Some positions may be moving to OPG Corporate Headquarters: In Summer 2025, OPG will officially welcome employees to our new Corporate Headquarters located at 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario.  Positions moving to CHQ will be temporarily based in an alternate location until the move to Headquarters in the Summer of 2025.

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 https://jobs.opg.com/.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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.