Nuclear Safety Engineer

Ontario Power Generation Inc.; Bowmanville; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Canada is seeking a Nuclear Safety Engineer to perform safety analysis and manage operational safety requirements. This role, based in Bowmanville, demands a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of related experience. The candidate should be a licensed engineer in Ontario, with knowledge in thermal hydraulic analysis and safety reports. A hybrid work model is offered in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in a nuclear setting.
• Knowledge in Safe Operating Envelope (SOE) and Safety Report preparation.
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety analysis and manage design basis links.
• Oversee nuclear safety procurement processes.
• Provide technical evaluations and coordinate technical work.

Skills

Safety analysis

Thermal Hydraulic Analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science or Engineering

Tools

GOTHIC

TUF

Job description

Overview

• Status: Regular Full Time
• Working Conditions: Hybrid
• Education Level: Bachelor's in Engineering
• Base Location: Bowmanville, Ontario
• Shifts(s): Days
• Travel: 10%
• Deadline to Apply: October 1, 2025
• Salary Range: $1,704.68 - $2,924.93 Per Week

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 as we work 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.

Job Overview

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

Key Accountabilities

• Perform safety analysis, including participation in multi-disciplinary projects and responsible for deciphering and managing the link between the design basis, safety analysis and operation of the station.
• Working with deterministic safety analysis, including understanding and applying REG DOC 2.5.1, CSA standards, and COG documents related to these analyses and their linkage to the Safe Operating Envelope (SOE).
• Manage and maintain the safe operating envelope, including the development, update and use of Operating Safety Requirements (OSRs), instrument uncertainty calculations, and compliance tables.
• Oversee nuclear safety procurement processes, such as scoping out projects, overseeing vendor execution, and implementing safety analysis deliverables.
• The position will involve contributing to the Accident Analysis section of the Safety report.
• Use safety analysis codes, such as TUF, GOTHIC, or other thermal hydraulic codes, to support safety analysis efforts.
• Provide technical evaluations and advice, solve problems and coordinate technical work as required, in a number of major work areas, in support of the commissioning, operation and maintenance of the facilities

Qualifications

• 4 year Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science or Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience, preferably in a nuclear setting.
• Advanced education (Master’s or Ph.D.) are considered as an asset.
• Knowledge and experience in Safe Operating Envelope (SOE), Thermal Hydraulic Analysis, Safety Report preparation, Heat Sinks Assessments, Operational Safety Reports (OSRs) is an asset for this position.
• Knowledge to use GOTHIC or other thermal hydraulic software would be considered an asset.
• Experience in managing regulatory and licensing issues within nuclear safety context.
• Strong in understanding, executing and following governance and procedures with a questioning and analytical attitude/approach under minimum required supervision.
• Experience and ability as a team player 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 (Engineering roles only)

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 [e-mail].

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.

Please submit your application online at jobs.opg.com. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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.