Civil-Structural Engineer

Civil-Structural Engineer

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Job Overview

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Civil-Structural Engineer.

Reporting to the Manager Engineering, this position is responsible to provide technical support for design, assessment, evaluation, modification and construction as well as expertise in civil engineering to meet our daily business needs.

Key accountabilities:

• Civil design and analysis (preferably in a hydroelectric, nuclear, or thermal power generating facility)
• Perform work involving involving structural design, engineering condition assessment, inspections, investigations and evaluations of hydroelectric structures such as dams, powerhouses, and buildings
• Preparation of drawings, technical specifications, assessment reports and scopes of work documents related to civil rehabilitation projects
• Perform the role of OPG owner's engineer, recognize technical deficiencies, recommend remedial measures, review and approve engineering documents to OPG's best interest and compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Perform other duties as required to support dam safety programs
• Working with OPG's engineering change control process and providing recommendations as required
• Supporting the aging management and periodic inspection programs for concrete and steel structures as well as liners and coatings
• Working with the National Building Code of Canada, Ontario Building Code, CSA S16, CSA A23, etc.
• Providing contractor design oversight; working cross-functionally with contractors, vendors, stakeholders, and other organizational units.

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering
• Minimum of three years of experience in a civil engineering role
• Experience in civil design and civil analysis
• Experience working with the National Building Code of Canada, Ontario Building Code, CSA S16, CSA A23, etc.
• Experience in maintaining hydroelectric facilities would be an asset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work within a team setting to understand and manage the interrelationships of various internal and external groups in order to facilitate objectives and ensure projects satisfy stakeholder requirements
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the Province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

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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 application or interview process, please contact AODA@opg.com.

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario and the United States, 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. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

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.