Senior Engineer, Agri-Food Systems

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Apply By: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Senior Engineer, Agri-Food Systems

Job ID:

245262

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness

Division:

Food Safety and Environment Division / Environmental Management Branch

City:

Brighton, Clinton, Elora, Guelph, Kemptville, Lindsay, London, Ridgetown, Simcoe, Stratford, Vineland, Woodstock

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

2 Temporary One Water Quality for up to 18-months, and one Water Management/Drainage for up to 8-months, with possibility of extension

Job code:

PE0306 - Barg-Eng 03 Research and Development

Salary:

$98,822.00 - $138,106.00 Per year

The Engineering and Innovation unit serves as the Ministry's core engineering and environmental science resource on environmental issues, safety standards, sector innovation and technical expertise for the agri-food community. The EI unit is hiring for a Senior Engineer, Agri-Food Systems (Water Quality focus) and a Senior Engineer, Agri-Food Systems (Water Management/Drainage focus).

About the job

In this role, you will:

• act as a senior engineering specialist and technical leader to lead the development and evaluation of engineering solutions to address water quality and water management challenges
• lead applied research, pilot and demonstration projects to evaluate emerging technologies and innovative practices
• provide expert technical advice and engineering input to support the development of legislation, policies, programs, standards and best management practices
• work collaboratively with internal and external partners to support innovation and continuous improvement across the sector

NOTE: We are offering two positions:

• One Senior Engineer, Agri-Food Systems (Water Quality)
• One Senior Engineer, Agri-Food Systems (Water Management/Drainage)

Water Quality

• advance solutions to improve rural water quality through nutrient management, runoff mitigation, and on-farm treatment systems.
• support soil and water conservation practices.

Water Management/Drainage

• lead initiatives related to drainage systems, water retention, and hydrologic management.
• improve water movement, storage, and resilience in agricultural landscapes.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• you are a Professional Engineer, licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• you have a valid Class ‘G' driver's licence (or equivalent) and ability to travel.

Technical knowledge:

• you have advanced knowledge of engineering principles in areas such as water resources, hydrology, environmental, civil, agricultural or biosystems engineering.
• you have experience with water quality, drainage systems, hydrology, erosion control or environmental management practices.
• you have experience using engineering tools such as GIS, modelling or data analysis (considered an asset).
• it is an asset to have knowledge of farm practices (e.g., livestock, cropping), and agronomy.

Communication and stakeholder engagement skills:

• you can communicate complex technical information clearly through reports, presentations and briefings
• you have experience providing technical advice to internal and external stakeholders, including senior decision-makers
• you can build strong working relationships and collaborate with diverse partners, including government, industry and sector stakeholders
• you have consultation and negotiation skills to resolve issues and support consensus-building

Research and analytical skills:

• you have experience leading or contributing to applied research, pilot or demonstration projects.
• you can evaluate complex engineering proposals, assess emerging technologies and conduct cost-benefit analysis.
• you can analyze complex technical problems, identify risks and develop evidence-based recommendations.

Leadership and project management akills:

• you have experience leading complex engineering or research projects, including planning, budgeting, and managing timelines and deliverables.
• you have experience working with or overseeing consultants, contractors or research partners.
• you can provide technical guidance, mentorship or leadership to others.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

Additional information:

Apply by:

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 1 Stone Rd W, Guelph, West Region or 4890 Victoria Ave N, Vineland, West Region or 6484 Wellington Rd 7, Elora, West Region or 667 Exeter Rd, London, West Region or 1283 Blue Line Rd, Simcoe, West Region or 480 Peel St, Woodstock, West Region or 63 Lorne Ave E, Stratford, West Region or 59 Ministry Rd, Kemptville, East Region or 322 Kent St W, Lindsay, East Region or 95 Dundas St E, Brighton, East Region or 120 Main St E., Ridgetown, West Region or 100 Don St, Clinton, West Region
• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 8 months, 1 Stone Rd W, Guelph, West Region or 4890 Victoria Ave N, Vineland, West Region or 6484 Wellington Rd 7, Elora, West Region or 667 Exeter Rd, London, West Region or 1283 Blue Line Rd, Simcoe, West Region or 480 Peel St, Woodstock, West Region or 63 Lorne Ave E, Stratford, West Region or 59 Ministry Rd, Kemptville, East Region or 322 Kent St W, Lindsay, East Region or 95 Dundas St E, Brighton, East Region or 120 Main St E., Ridgetown, West Region or 100 Don St, Clinton, West Region

Compensation group:

Professional Engineers, Government of Ontario

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Science and Engineering

Posted on:

Monday, June 22, 2026

Note:

• T-AF-245262/26(2)

How to apply

• You must apply online.
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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