Engineer

Toronto Hydro•Toronto, ON

30d•CA$104,097 - CA$146,959•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering supporting Stations and Capacity Planning team, the incumbent provides a wide range of technical services for internal and external customers to ensure technical soundness, reliability, safety and cost effectiveness of the utility. With a focus on station high-voltage equipment and capacity, you will drive outcomes via strategic planning activities to ensure alignment of investment priorities. You will assess technology options and manage multi-million-dollar investment portfolios to balance risks. You will also serve as the designated planner for multiple stations within Toronto Hydro’s territory, target strategic investments and coordinate stakeholders. In alignment with corporate strategy and values, you will collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including Customer Care, Regulatory, Operations, as well as Hydro One Networks Inc. (HONI), the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), as well as numerous vendors and consultants. This posting is to fill one (1) position, which is an existing vacancy. Toronto Hydro reserves the right, in alignment with the applicable collective agreement, to finalize the number of positions filled.

Requirements

Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical engineering preferred).
Five (5+) years of experience in power system engineering.
Experience with substation engineering and project delivery preferred.
Experience with protection and control (P&C) and system studies preferred.
Experience with high voltage substation equipment specifications preferred.
Experience with project management preferred.
Valid Class “G” Drivers License.
Self-motivated, operates with a high degree of independence. Can visualize opportunities and demonstrates drive to continuous learning and improvement.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in data management and analysis.
Effective skills in project management, budgeting, and process improvements.
Effective skills in business case development, research, and solutioning.
Aptitude and experience in adapting to, managing and facilitating change, willing to challenge the status quo.
Demonstrated versatile leadership; encourages organizational teamwork, collaboration and educated risk taking to develop innovative solutions and support corporate goals and objectives.
Proven effective problem-solving and analytical ability.
Proven conflict resolution skills.
Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to predict and understand technological trends and their effect on business or strategic work plans Demonstrated knowledge of relevant safety and environmental legislation and regulations.
Demonstrates commitment to environment, health and safety.
Alignment with Toronto Hydro’s Corporate Values: Safety First, Own the Outcome, Customer-Centred Excellence, Driven to Perform, and Respect Every Voice.

Nice To Haves

Electrical engineering preferred.
Experience with substation engineering and project delivery preferred.
Experience with protection and control (P&C) and system studies preferred.
Experience with high voltage substation equipment specifications preferred.
Experience with project management preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares engineering, technical or business reports and studies; performs analysis and prepares plans for station and distribution system performance improvements. Participates in short and long-range strategic planning for maintenance activities.
Leads strategic investment planning and portfolio reporting (IPPR) for designated investment portfolios.
Serves as the technical knowledge repository and risk monitor for designated stations and investment portfolios. Manages risks via strategic prioritization of investments.
Develops scopes and work packages in alignment with customer needs and investment plans for design and construction. Collaborates with execution teams and stakeholders to resolve issues.
Conducts regular site visits and participate in site meetings to identify challenges and solutions for the successful implementation of investment program.
Accountable for the timely, technically accurate and cost-effective application of engineering practices.
Compares alternatives based on cost/benefit considerations, customer needs, safety, statistical analysis, and engineering principles, and recommends the optimum solution.
Supports the preparation of material and/or technical specifications and standards; reviews proposals from suppliers, contractors and consultants for technical merit and compliance; investigates and evaluates the application of new technologies.
Reviews codes, standards, guidelines, long term energy policies, and conduct benchmarking studies
Supports grid modernization, electrification, and utility of the future initiatives through innovation and adoption of new technologies
Participates in implementing corporate goals and objectives.
Represents Toronto Hydro in external meetings and/or committees.
May be called upon to act as a team or project leader.