Posting End Date: 13/11/2026
Status: Regular
Number of Openings: 1
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Base Location: 15202 Hwy 622 PO BOX 1900, Atikokan, Ontario P0T1C0
Shift: Days
Travel Required: 10%
Salary Range: $1,664.34 - $2,622.59
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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.
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of
Electrical Plant Engineer.
Job Overview
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, consultative & results driven person to join our team in the role of Plant Engineer/Officer (Electrical), in OPG’s Renewable Generation (RG) Station Engineering group at the Atikokan Biomass Generating station located near Atikokan, ON.
Reporting to the Plant Technical Support Manager, the Electrical Engineer - Hydro has technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating projects that are necessary for the continuous safe, efficient, economical operation and asset management of the thermal generating station assets. This challenging role has a broad range of scope where the individual has a direct influence on the maintenance, operation and asset management of the station.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide Electrical engineering advice, assessments, inspections and designs for generators, power systems transformers, distribution, arc flash hazards, protection and control associated with thermal generating stations and associated infrastructure.
- Respond to emergencies, equipment failure, unsatisfactory equipment performance, conduct field investigations and recommend actions.
- Provide technical direction, plans and advice on a variety of technical matters of thermal station maintenance, operations, performance, design, and commissioning.
- Preparation of drawings, technical specifications, construction estimates, request for proposals, proposal evaluation, award, contract negotiations & administration & co-ordination, construction monitoring, resolution of contract disputes.
- Pre-start health and safety reviews, investigation of safety or technical incidents.
Qualifications
- 4 year Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an Electrical Engineering role; Experience working in a Hydroelectric Generating Facility is preferred; Experience working in an Industrial Power Systems or Utilities organization.
- Individual with ability to work with people and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A result oriented, efficient & value oriented focus, with high integrity to uphold company values including H&S, and protection of the environment;
- Experience working in an industrial environment or generating facility with distributed control systems, high voltage installations, protection and control schemes, and large electric motors and/or generators (asset) is preferred.
- Knowledge and/or experience conducting assessments, testing, studies, inspections, investigations, designing, evaluating, construction monitoring & maintenance of electrical works associated with high voltage industrial installations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the OH&S Act and Regulations, especially for Industrial Establishments (Ont. Reg. 851) & Construction (Ont. Reg. 213) in Ontario & the Ontario Electrical Safety Code & various codes and standards associated with electrical engineering and application of their requirements.
- Valid Ontario Drivers License in good standing.
- Willingness to travel via road, airplane, float plane, helicopter etc. 10% of time.
- Be fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario (P.Eng)
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.
What makes a career at OPG different?
With operations across Ontario, 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.
The Darlington New Nuclear Project is leading the way in the advancement of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology in Canada – the future of nuclear power generation! Using new and innovative technologies such as small modular reactors, hydrogen and battery storage, while expanding our hydroelectric and nuclear portfolios, we are changing the electricity landscape in Ontario.
Important Information
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.
All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.
OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.
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.
