Senior Plant Engineer/Officer

Senior Plant Engineer/Officer – Ontario Power Generation Status: Regular Full Time   Working Conditions: Hybrid   Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering   Base Location: Timmins, ON   Shifts: Days   Travel: 25%   Deadline to Apply: December 4, 2025   Salary Range: $1,704.68 - $2,924.93 Per Week Job Overview Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is seeking a dynamic, strategic and results‑driven professional to serve as Senior Plant Engineer/Officer (Electrical). Reporting to the Production Supervisor – Technical, the position provides electrical/protection & control engineering technical support for the safe and efficient operation of OPG’s NorthEast hydroelectric operations. Key Accountabilities Plan, coordinate and conduct electrical engineering assessments, studies, inspections, investigations, designs, and evaluations for generators, power systems transformers and control associated with hydroelectric generating stations and related infrastructure. Perform condition and risk assessments and provide recommendations regarding life‑cycle management of electrical infrastructure. Prepare drawings, technical specifications, construction estimates, Request for Proposals, proposal evaluation, award, contract negotiations, administration, coordination, construction monitoring, and resolution of contract disputes. Provide input to business plans, work plans and budgets concerning project priorities, schedules and resource requirements. Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, consultants, contractors and government agencies as required. Act as a technical expert in electrical engineering, providing advice, guidance, consultation and services to engineering problems including electrical/protection & control matters related to projects and operations. Develop plans, standards and technical procedures for inspection, maintenance and monitoring programs. Serve on study, project teams or task groups, pre‑start health and safety reviews, and investigations of safety or technical incidents. Respond to emergencies, equipment failure and unsatisfactory equipment performance by conducting field investigations, preparing reports and recommending actions. Qualifications Four‑year Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum two years of experience in an electrical engineering role, preferably in a hydroelectric generating facility or industrial power systems/utility organization. AutoCAD experience preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of the OH&S Act, Ont. Reg. 851, Ont. Reg. 213, Ontario Electrical Safety Code and related codes and standards for electrical engineering. Experience planning and conducting assessments, studies, inspections, investigations, designs, evaluations, construction monitoring and maintenance of electrical works at a hydroelectric generating station. Ability to independently problem‑solve using methods and tools required for electrical engineering applications. Broad knowledge and experience with AC & DC systems, communication, generators, protection/control systems, grounding, instrumentation, LV/MV systems & switchgear, oil containment, PLCs, transformers, teleprotection, SCADA, data historians and MS Office. Strong report preparation and communication skills; ability to work with people; result‑oriented, efficient and value‑oriented focus; excellent verbal and written communication; high integrity. Willingness to travel (road, airplane, float plane, helicopter) up to 25% of time. Ability to work effectively in a flexible hybrid office environment. Valid Class G Ontario driving licence in good standing. Fully licensed engineer in Ontario, or eligible to be licensed. The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and a commitment to OPG’s corporate values and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. What makes a career at OPG different? OPG’s operations span Ontario and the United States, making it one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, OPG supplies roughly 50% of the province’s electricity from low‑carbon sources such as nuclear and hydro. The company is also advancing low‑carbon technologies like Small Modular Reactors, refurbishment projects and electrification initiatives. OPG values a culture of high performance, excellence and a supportive, inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. OPG encourages applications from equity‑seeking communities and is committed to employment equity under the Human Rights Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act. Applicants who self‑identify as members of equity‑seeking groups may receive priority in hiring. Additional Information 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. All applicants are notified: only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. Salary is dependent on experience, education and other factors. For management roles, the base salary does not encompass the total compensation package, which includes performance‑based programs. Apply online at jobs.opg.com. OPG thanks all applicants; only those considered for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr