Reactor Physics Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
**Location:**Bowmanville, ON, CA, L1C 3Z8
Req ID: 52691
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: August 27, 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 Reactor Physics Engineer.
Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, this position is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with both internal and exteranl stakeholders to understand schedules, finances and performance for the assigned projects.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Responsible for Fuel and Reactor Physics processes, workflow, software and codes, and internal qualifications including but not limited to: Fueling List Preparation, Core Simulation & Surveillance, Reactivity Management, Fuel Performance Evaluation, Support for Unit Approach to Critical. Fuel Inventory Reporting and Regulatory Audits
-
Interface with internal and external stakeholders, including Operations and the Regulator on a day-to-day basis.
-
Reactor Fuelling analysis and Reactor Physics assessments to support operations of the reactors.Maintaining written documented processes and procedures to reflect improved operating methods and additions to all supported systems
-
Co-ordinate the clarification of specification requirements, and arrange for necessary changes and/or co-ordinate technical work as required in a number of major work areas;
-
Maintain and/or update operating and other specified department/divisional procedures
-
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.
-
Advanced education (Master’s or Ph.D.) are considered as an asset.
-
Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience, preferably in a nuclear setting.
-
Experience in managing regulatory and licensing issues within nuclear safety context.
-
Knowledge and experience in Safe Operating Envelope (SOE) is an asset for this position.
-
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.
-
Knowledge of Reactor Physics concepts.
-
Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario
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.
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.
#LI-Hybrid
.
The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.
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.
About Ontario Power Generation
At Ontario Power Generation (OPG), our power is changing the world as we strive to electrify life in one generation. As the province’s largest clean power generator, OPG operates one of North America’s most diverse generating fleets. We are now advancing several clean energy innovations, including Small Modular Reactors, low-carbon hydrogen, and energy storage, to help set Ontario and the world on the path to an electrified future, where more aspects of life – from cars to homes and industries – are powered by clean electricity. As part of this vision, we’re also focused on becoming a net-zero company by 2040 and enabling a net-zero economy by 2050. We have already made major strides to a sustainable future. In 2014, OPG burned its last piece of coal to make electricity, which represented one of the world’s single-largest climate change-specific actions. Today, through the dedication of more than 9,500 employees, OPG generates almost half of the electricity that Ontario’s homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses rely on each day. We are committed to ensuring our energy production is reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable for Ontarians today and for the future. In Ontario, our diverse fleet includes two nuclear stations, 66 hydroelectric stations, two thermal generating stations, one solar facility, and four combined-cycle gas generating stations, which are operated by our subsidiary, Atura Power. Additionally, we own two other nuclear generating stations in Ontario, which are leased on a long-term basis to Bruce Power L.P. In the United States, OPG owns and operates 85 hydroelectric stations in 18 states through our subsidiary, Eagle Creek Renewable Energy. Some of the actions OPG is taking now to prepare for our electric future include the ongoing refurbishment and upgrades of our hydro fleet, refurbishment of our Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, which will secure 30 more years of clean, reliable, low-cost power.
Reactor Physics Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
**Location:**Bowmanville, ON, CA, L1C 3Z8
Req ID: 52691
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: August 27, 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 Reactor Physics Engineer.
Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, this position is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with both internal and exteranl stakeholders to understand schedules, finances and performance for the assigned projects.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
-
Responsible for Fuel and Reactor Physics processes, workflow, software and codes, and internal qualifications including but not limited to: Fueling List Preparation, Core Simulation & Surveillance, Reactivity Management, Fuel Performance Evaluation, Support for Unit Approach to Critical. Fuel Inventory Reporting and Regulatory Audits
-
Interface with internal and external stakeholders, including Operations and the Regulator on a day-to-day basis.
-
Reactor Fuelling analysis and Reactor Physics assessments to support operations of the reactors.Maintaining written documented processes and procedures to reflect improved operating methods and additions to all supported systems
-
Co-ordinate the clarification of specification requirements, and arrange for necessary changes and/or co-ordinate technical work as required in a number of major work areas;
-
Maintain and/or update operating and other specified department/divisional procedures
-
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.
-
Advanced education (Master’s or Ph.D.) are considered as an asset.
-
Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience, preferably in a nuclear setting.
-
Experience in managing regulatory and licensing issues within nuclear safety context.
-
Knowledge and experience in Safe Operating Envelope (SOE) is an asset for this position.
-
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.
-
Knowledge of Reactor Physics concepts.
-
Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario
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.
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.
#LI-Hybrid
.
The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.
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.
About Ontario Power Generation
At Ontario Power Generation (OPG), our power is changing the world as we strive to electrify life in one generation. As the province’s largest clean power generator, OPG operates one of North America’s most diverse generating fleets. We are now advancing several clean energy innovations, including Small Modular Reactors, low-carbon hydrogen, and energy storage, to help set Ontario and the world on the path to an electrified future, where more aspects of life – from cars to homes and industries – are powered by clean electricity. As part of this vision, we’re also focused on becoming a net-zero company by 2040 and enabling a net-zero economy by 2050. We have already made major strides to a sustainable future. In 2014, OPG burned its last piece of coal to make electricity, which represented one of the world’s single-largest climate change-specific actions. Today, through the dedication of more than 9,500 employees, OPG generates almost half of the electricity that Ontario’s homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses rely on each day. We are committed to ensuring our energy production is reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable for Ontarians today and for the future. In Ontario, our diverse fleet includes two nuclear stations, 66 hydroelectric stations, two thermal generating stations, one solar facility, and four combined-cycle gas generating stations, which are operated by our subsidiary, Atura Power. Additionally, we own two other nuclear generating stations in Ontario, which are leased on a long-term basis to Bruce Power L.P. In the United States, OPG owns and operates 85 hydroelectric stations in 18 states through our subsidiary, Eagle Creek Renewable Energy. Some of the actions OPG is taking now to prepare for our electric future include the ongoing refurbishment and upgrades of our hydro fleet, refurbishment of our Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, which will secure 30 more years of clean, reliable, low-cost power.