Nuclear Safety Engineer

4 weeks ago


Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Ontario Power Generation Full time
Nuclear Safety Engineer Job Description

Job Overview:

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is seeking a highly skilled Nuclear Safety Engineer to join our Nuclear Safety Division in Pickering, Ontario. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for coordinating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the safe operation of our nuclear facilities.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Perform safety analysis and participate in multi-disciplinary projects to ensure the safe operation of our nuclear facilities.
  • Responsible for deciphering and managing the link between the design basis, safety analysis, and operation of the station.
  • Work with a multi-disciplined team of engineering and technical specialists to support the operation of mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Develop and execute projects in compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Maintain written documented processes and procedures to reflect improved operating methods and additions to supported systems.
  • Coordinate the clarification of specification requirements and arrange for necessary changes and/or coordinate technical work as required.
  • Maintain and/or update operating and other specified department/divisional procedures.
  • Provide technical evaluations and advice, solve problems, and coordinate technical work as required in support of commissioning, operation, and maintenance of facilities.

Education and Qualifications:

  • 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science or Engineering.
  • Advanced education (Master's or Ph.D.) is considered an asset.
  • Experience in managing regulatory and licensing issues within a nuclear safety context.
  • Knowledge and experience in Safe Operating Envelope (SOE), Thermal Hydraulic Analysis, Safety Report preparation, Heat Sinks Assessments, Operational Safety Reports (OSRs), Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA), unavailability models, and understanding of Components & Systems importance to safety is an asset for this position.
  • Knowledge to use CAFTA, FTREX, GOTHIC, Phoenix would be considered an asset.
  • Ideal candidates will have work experience in a Nuclear Engineering environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver reports, briefings, project plans, and presentations.
  • Good organizational and leadership skills, and to be a self-starter who can work both independently and in a team environment dedicated to engineering excellence and best practices.
  • Strong understanding, executing, and following governance and procedures with a questioning and analytical attitude/approach under minimum required supervision.
  • Experience and ability as a team player to understand and manage the interrelationships of various internal and external groups in order to facilitate objectives and ensure projects satisfy stakeholder requirements.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.

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.

Application Process:

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.



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