Process Control & Software Categorization Engineer

Job Overview

Process Control & Software Categorization Engineer at OPG in Pickering, ON. The role supports Process Control and Software Categorization functions.

• Assessment of the effect of various control components on loop performance
• Troubleshooting control problems and control loop tuning
• Modeling physical systems
• Documenting analysis of plant dynamics which have been simulated
• Providing advice and maintaining software governance
• Testing and designing instrumentation and control components and control systems
• Assessing Software Categorization in accordance with OPG Governance and CSA standards.

4 year Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Process or other related Engineering discipline.

• Minimum 2 years experience working in a process control/software categorization engineering role
• Relevant experience in nuclear or industrial plant process control systems, such as electrical and control system design, I&C loop components, PID Controllers, control logic, control valves, transmitters, various field instrumentation, wiring, relays, DCS, DCC, PLC, engineering calculations, and level, temperature, pressure, reactivity, turbine control systems.
• Software development experience in languages such as C/C++, assembly or ladder logic.
• Familiarity with software categorization standards (e.g., CSA N290.14, IEC 61508, IEEE 7-4.3.2, or similar).
• Experience with software lifecycle processes: requirements, design, implementation, verification, validation, configuration management, and documentation.
• Experience in nuclear, power generation, or highly regulated environments is highly valued.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or eligible to be licensed in the province of Ontario.

With operations across Ontario, 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.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact

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.

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.