Status: Regular Full-time
Working Conditions: Hybrid Working Environment
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Professional Engineer Designation (P.Eng) with Professional Engineers Ontario (or equivalent) considered an asset
Location(s): Bath, ON (near Kingston)
Shifts(s): Days
Travel: Yes- 25%
Deadline to Apply: 30th October, 2023
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ACCOMMODATIONS
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.
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NEW CAMPUS: In late 2024, OPG is establishing our new campus at 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario. The new campus will provide a cutting-edge work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED Near BATH, ON.
Please ensure you're aware of the location at Lennox GS (Kingston area) before applying to this position. All applicants must be willing to be based at this location to support Southwest Operations and to be considered for this position.
JOB OVERVIEW
OPG is looking for a dedicated, results driven and dynamic Engineer to join our Renewable Generation team in the role of Mechanical Engineer at our Bath, ON location.
Reporting to the Production Supervisor Technical the Mechanical Engineer contributes and performs work that is necessary for the continuous safe, efficient and economical commissioning and operation of our thermal and hydroelectric generating station assets.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to Ontario Power Generation's continued growth and success in generating safe, clean, reliable low-cost power in a sustainable manner.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 4-year university degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Valid Class G Ontario driving license (or equivalent) in good standing.
- Requirement to travel via road, airplane, float plane, helicopter, boat on short notice, up to 25% of time (though actual amount of travel is normally minimal in nature)
PREFERRED DEMONSTRATED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2 yrs Mechanical Engineering experience in an industrial setting.
- Be registered with PEO as an EIT & committed to obtaining & continuously maintaining an Unrestricted P. Eng. certification in good standing in the Province of Ontario while in this position.
- Exposure to working in an industrial environment with rotating machinery, materials, welding, regulated pressure boundary and field trades support.
- Exposure or knowledge of working in an electricity generating facility is considered an asset.
- Experience with planning and conducting assessments, testing, studies, inspections, investigations, design, evaluations, construction monitoring & maintenance of mechanical works associated with generating stations.
- Ability to independently problem solve with methods and tools required for mechanical engineering applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Results and detail oriented individual.
- High integrity, upholding company values including H&S, and protection of the environment.
- Experience using AutoCAD is an asset.
- Theoretical knowledge of or exposure to the OH&S Act and Regulations, especially for Industrial Establishments (Ont Reg 851) & Construction (Ont Reg 213) and various codes and standards associated with mechanical engineering and application of their requirements.
- Field Engineer experience is an asset.
- Willingness to travel via road, airplane, float plane, helicopter etc. 20% of time.
- Results oriented with high integrity.
Ontario Power Generation
700 University Ave
Toronto
Ontario Canada
www.opg.com
