POSITION OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Officer with specialized expertise in rotating equipment, vibration analysis, and mechanical maintenance support. This role will provide critical oversight for the inspection, installation, testing, and commissioning of pumps, fans, compressors, and associated systems. The ideal candidate will support both operational reliability improvements and capital refurbishment projects at Pickering Nuclear Generating Station.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent education and experience).
• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in rotating equipment engineering within nuclear or industrial facilities.
• Proven track record in performing failure investigations, reliability improvements, and system-level technical evaluations.

SOFTWARE SKILLS

• Proficient in Windows OS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with Asset Suite and other enterprise maintenance or monitoring tools

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to support extended working hours (>44 hours/week) as required by project schedules.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Capable of preparing cost justifications, coordinating cross-functional input, and supporting technical approvals through internal and external channels (e.g., AECB, IAEA, AECL).
  We thank all applicants for applying, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted directly
  Spirit Omega is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of Indigenous peoples, Women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
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  Request-ID: RFP 25-120

• Provide technical oversight and field support for the inspection, installation, commissioning, and testing of pumps, compressors, fans, and associated rotating equipment.
• Lead and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for new equipment.
• Analyze vibration data and make engineering recommendations for corrective actions.
• Investigate and evaluate bearing failures, including root cause determination and documentation.
• Develop and revise maintenance procedures to optimize equipment reliability.
• Support major capital projects such as Pickering B Refurbishment and the Vibration Monitoring Program.
• Serve as a technical mentor to junior and senior engineers and deliver in-house technical training (e.g., on pumps, seals, bearings, and vibration monitoring).
• Participate in Significant Incident Resolution (SIR) and System Health teams.
• Prepare and review technical documentation such as specifications, calculations, and procedures.
• Evaluate technical problems and develop solutions or recommendations for resolution.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders, including AECL, OPG departments, vendors, and regulatory agencies, for approvals, implementation, and field coordination.