Electrical & P&C Engineer Specialist

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Working Conditions: Hybrid Working Environment

Education Level: University bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (Focsed on Computer Science and/or Management Information Technology Systems)

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: Yes- Up to 25%

Deadline to Apply: June 24, 2024

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ACCOMMODATIONS

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JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for dynamic, strategic and results-drivenprofessional to join our team in the role ofElectrical and Protections & Controls Engineer Specialist.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN Timmins, ON.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor – Technical - Northeast, this position is responsible to provide electrical/protection & control engineering technical support for the continuous safe and efficient operation of OPG's Northeast Operations. This role is based in the regional office; however, it will primarily support RG's Monitoring and Diagnostic (M&D) initiatives, with any additional capacity to support local operational needs.

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

• Plan, co-ordinate and conduct capital and OM&A work projects related to the effective and efficient long-term viability of hydroelectric facilities.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to OPG plant staff and others (both internal and external) involved in projects, assessments, and maintenance.
• Conduct site investigations as necessary. Analyze previous engineering data relative to engineering design and recommend action.
• Duties of automation project integration planning, design and construction, and commissioning and start-up.
• Identifying automation and process technology opportunities for improvement and replicate newer control processes or other approved control processes.
• Programming of control applications for various control systems.
• Identify and conduct the engineering and financial evaluation of alternatives and prepare recommendations on repair, replace, upgrade or modification procedures.
• Conduct the preparation of written requests for Capital Construction and OM&A work, including business case summaries complete with economic, technical, and environmental evaluations.
• Design electrical and Protections and Controls (P&C) equipment and systems to meet client performance expectations and comply with safety and engineering standards. Provide authorized engineering approvals in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Manage to successful completion assigned multiple, short, and long-term projects from concept to in-service, which are related to rehabilitation, replacement or upgrade of electrical and P&C equipment and systems.
• Investigate and analyze protective device operations/mis-operations, system events; recommend, and implement solutions compliant with NERC BES requirements.
• Track, develop and issue procedures, directives, standards, and bulletins relating to electrical maintenance work, and regulatory requirements. Pursue and follow-up implementation and adherence.
• Conduct the preparation of inspection and maintenance procedures and standards.
• Conduct field inspections to observe, investigate, evaluate, and report on plant conditions. Respond to emergency or short notice situations and provide timely advice/solutions.
• Investigate new technologies, equipment, and methods for use in the maintenance and capital work program.
• Design, develop, test, and modify tools or other devices to improve methods, procedures, and productivity.
• Conduct the preparation of technical specifications for new and replacement equipment.
• Review tenders submitted for maintenance, rehabilitation or upgrading work and submit recommendations.
• Conduct engineering studies, assessments and investigations of general, unusual problems or developments of an electrical nature relative to hydroelectric facilities.
• Support field projects in the provision of specialized advice, guidance and procedures as requested involving testing, inspection, maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation and return to service of electrical and P&C equipment.
• Participate in technical and material committees as required.
• Deal with suppliers, manufacturers, labour representatives and government agencies on technical, commercial, and regulatory issues.
• Work in partnership with other departments to ensure timely and effective product delivery.
• Periodically act as supervisor of staff designated to assist on specific projects, or supervise, on a limited basis, staff assigned for continuous work programs.
• Maintain a focus on continuous improvement of the business, including a knowledge of technological developments, practices and related experience which add value to the business.
• Maintain a continuous surveillance of developments in the hydroelectric industry to ensure that relevant technologies, procedures, and methods to ensure continuous improvement of the business.

EDUCATION

• University Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (with a focus on Computer Science and/or Management Information Technology Systems)
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Working experience with software associated with electrical engineering including but not limited to EasyPower and PSS/E;
• Programming and configuring SCADA software packages, PLC platforms, Microsoft Operating Systems, OPC , SQL, and OLE clients and servers.
• Working with real-time systems such as Energy Management Systems (EMS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), DMS (Distribution Management Systems) and RTU protocols (DNP3, Harris, Modbus, Modbus+)
• An engineering background in design/operation of major electrical facilities with particular emphasis to the variety of electrical equipment/systems associated with hydroelectric facilities;
• Knowledge and experience with utility protection systems, microprocessor relays systems, protection logic, sequence components,
• Requires knowledge and experience with electrical power systems and P&C engineering design, modification or replacement of power distribution systems, major electrical equipment, hydroelectric plant protection, control and automation including preparation of specifications and providing study and release estimates.
• Knowledge and experience with hydroelectric plant electrical drawings including elementary wiring and connection wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience with the procurement of engineering services and materials including the creation of design-build, design-bid-build and material specifications.
• Knowledge and experience with the operation of the Ontario Electricity Markets including the regulatory requirements of the Transmission Operator and the System Operator.
• Knowledge and experience of Electrical Power System Operations including generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Resultsand detail oriented individual;
• Highintegrity, upholdingthe company's values and behaviors including Health & Safety, and protection of the environment.
• Willingness to travel via road, airplane, float plane, helicopter etc. 25% of time;

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

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario's largest clean energy generator, we're building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don't change:

Safety – it's our business Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG's clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application online at by 11:59 PM E.S.T., on June 24, 2024. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.