Job Description

Number of Vacancies 
 : 4
 
Level 
 : MP4
 
Duration 
 : 24 months
 
Hours of work: 
 35
 
Location 
 : Presently at 777 Brock Road and ESSB (moving to CHQ in summer 2025) (Hybrid – 2 days remote)
 
Job Overview: 
 Perform the duties of Technical Engineer/Officer in Projects Design.
 
* Job responsibilities include performing the duties of Design Engineer as associated with Qualification 33685, including and not limited to -- Plant modifications as per N-PROC-MP-0090, Oversight of contractors as per N-COl-00120-10000, administration of design activities, and any other duties and accountabilities as required of Design Engineer.
* Solve problems, to provide advice and guidance, to initiate developmental studies and to make 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 of a nuclear facility. Requires further experience in the position to become familiar with the work and fully competent.
* Perform detailed design, manage engineering and design activities of multi-disciplinary projects in OPG's nuclear sites from concept to commissioning.
* Complete design packages for new systems or changes to existing systems;
* Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and bills of materials for projects;
* Assist operations and maintenance with complex trouble shooting;
* Gather input from stakeholder departments and agencies to ensure requirements are captured and detailed in the project documents;
* Co-ordinating, facilitating and driving project scoping, planning, execution, and close out;
* Preparation of design and specification requirements;
* Arrange and lead meetings to coordinate the requirements of designers, suppliers, and construction and stakeholder groups;
* Prepare and coordinate the preparation of all information pertinent to an assigned project and alternatives to be considered for input into planning;
* Perform regular field walk downs in standard and radiological work areas to ensure contractors are compliant with OPG and Occupational Health and Safety Act safety and quality standards;
* Evaluate vendor proposals and make recommendation for contract award that provides the best value to OPG;
* Maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory bodies and agencies, and cooperate in exchange of relevant information as required to meet the project objectives. Arrange and chair meetings involving appropriate stakeholders with a given project. Guide and direct discussions involving internal staff, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and the like, in an effort to efficiently and effectively meet project objectives. Coordinate the preparation of project turnover documentation and ensure completeness. Document and address outstanding project deficiencies.
* Receive assignments from Supervisor as well as identify potential problems and opportunities in assigned areas and/or systems in the facility. Assess, evaluate and recommend solutions to the problems.
Qualifications: 
* Be a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario.
* Has a Bachelor's degree in Civil engineering.
* Has about 8 - 15 years of Nuclear Projects' Detailed Design experience, through providing technical expert knowledge and support.
* Possess strong knowledge of physics, chemistry, metallurgy, mathematics, electricity, engineering, and economics to technically understand the operation of the nuclear facility.
* Requires advanced knowledge of one or more of these subjects to evaluate and propose improvements to processes, equipment, and systems or to unit safety, reliability, and performance.
* Requires knowledge of English to prepare clear and concise reports and recommendations both verbally and in writing.
* Experienced in leading / performing Nuclear Projects Design assignments to prepare detailed design documents, Analysis and Reports, Scope of Work, Procurement Specifications (Equipment and Services). review Vendors' proposals as well as Vendor's designs and documents for a multi disc
  
*OPG is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. OPG aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports OPG’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.*