Job Description

Status: \xe2\x80\x8bRegular Full Time

Education Level: Completed 4-year university degree in Electrical Engineering; Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

Location: \xe2\x80\x8b Cameron Falls, ON

Number of Position(s):1

Shifts(s): Day Shift

Travel: \xe2\x80\x8b25%

Deadline to Apply: \xe2\x80\x8bJuly, 8th, 2023

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

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.

ACCOMMODATIONS

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THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN Cameron Falls ON, CANADA.

Please ensure you\'re aware of the location within the Falls before applying to this position. All applicants must be willing to be based in the Cameron Falls, ON area.

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of a Senior Protection & Controls Officer at our Cameron Falls Work Centre, in Cameron Falls, ON.

Reporting to the Senior Protection & Controls Supervisor, this position is responsible to to provide technical advice, guidance, and assessments on the maintenance of electrical and P&C equipment and systems, the Senior Protection & Controls Officer will conduct engineering studies and assessments, prepare technical specifications and purchase recommendations, and administer contracts related to equipment and services acquisitions. Additionally, further role responsibilities include design, or reviewing designs of electrical and P&C equipment and systems to meet performance expectations and comply with safety standards. While this position is located at our Cameron Falls Work Centre, travel to other generating stations within North Western Ontario will be required.

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

• Provide authorized engineering approvals in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Prepare technical procedures, standards and specifications for new and replacement equipment relating to electrical maintenance work.
• Conduct site investigations to observe, evaluate and analyze engineering data relative to engineering design and recommend action
• Review proposals submitted for maintenance, rehabilitation or upgrading work, and submit recommendations.
• Manage contracts or act as a single point of contact for general and specialized electrical engineering services.
• Investigate new technologies, equipment, tools, and methods for use in the operation and maintenance of hydroelectric generating station.
• Maintaining continuous surveillance of developments in the hydroelectric industry to ensure that relevant technology, procedures, and methods are considered in OPG work activities.
• Assist with and/or oversee installation of and commissioning of new electrical systems and with troubleshooting existing systems.

EDUCATION

• Must hold a 4-year University degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent level of education;
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer
• Prior experience working in Hydroelectric generating stations
• Prior experience working in an industrial Power Systems or Utilities organization
• Experience with planning and conducting assessments, studies, inspections, investigations, designing, evaluating, construction monitoring and maintenance of electrical works associated with hydroelectric and thermal generating stations
• Ability to independently problem solve with methods and tools required for electrical engineering applications
• Experience with Electrical Power Apparatus and Protection and Control Systems
• Well versed in software associated with electrical engineering, monitoring and instrumentation modeling and analysis
• Experience in analysis and electrical testing results
• Demonstrated engineering knowledge that relates to the theories, practice-in-design, analysis and development of a wide variety of electrical devices, process control equipment and digital equipment systems, particularly associated with major electrical power generation plants
• An engineering background in the design and operation of major electrical facilities, with particular emphasis on the variety of electrical equipment and systems associated with hydroelectric facilities
• Full knowledge related to engineering design, modification or replacement of either power distribution systems, major electrical equipment, layout and diagram design or hydroelectric plant protection, control and automation, including the preparation of specifications and provision of study and release estimates.
• Knowledge of the process of procurement of equipment and materials, including experience in planning, organizing and coordinating work programs and maintaining the control of costs, quality and schedule
• Knowledge of relevant computer applications (Microsoft Office and AutoCAD)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with software development for Programmable Logic Controllers

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., July, 8th, 2023. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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