Manager, Solution Design

Hydro One Networks Inc • Toronto, ON

6d • CA$89,250 - CA$115,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role leads the development and delivery of integrated energy solutions that support AUX Energy's growth strategy, providing technical leadership across the full customer lifecycle: from opportunity identification and solution design through contract execution and deployment. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, the role develops innovative, commercially viable solutions in areas such as EV charging, distributed energy resources, solar, battery storage, and other energy transition initiatives while ensuring alignment with customer needs, operational capabilities, and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, finance, business, or a related field.
• Two to four years of experience in the Electricity Industry (Power & Utilities, Renewables, etc.); other experience in related industries such as Oil & Gas and Mining will be considered.
• Two or more years of experience developing and evaluating technical solutions, business cases, or strategic models in an asset- or capital-intensive industry (preferably Electricity but others will be considered).
• Strong proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of electricity industry concepts and distributed energy resources, including fleet electrification, renewable energy, and energy storage technologies.
• Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skill set.
• An innovative and creative mindset, open to looking at things differently and creating value where it may not first appear obvious.
• A strong passion for the Electricity industry and a desire to be part of the myriad changes occurring within it (new technology, regulation, government goals, etc.).
• Ability to interact effectively with Senior Management.

Nice To Haves

• Additional specialized education, including a master’s degree (specifically an MBA) or equivalent, is beneficial.
• Experience in customer-facing technical roles, project management, or solution development is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supports Hydro One in making strategic decisions through technical analysis, business case development, solution design, and impactful communication.
• With moderate instruction and guidance, performs error-free and insightful research, technical analysis, and project coordination that supports Strategy & Innovation projects.
• Applies understanding of key technical and business drivers to develop conceptual designs, evaluate project feasibility, and support investment decisions.
• Explains and presents complex information in a straightforward way by developing and delivering communications materials for senior executives up to the CEO and Board of Directors level.
• Stays on top of key market developments (technology, regulation, M&A, customer needs, etc.) within the Power & Utility and wider Electricity/Energy industry that may be relevant to Hydro One.
• Based on experience, contributes technical advice and insights to projects.
• Supports the analysis and preparation of communications materials for budget requests.
• Responds to a variety of internal and/or external requests, many of which will not be standard and will require advanced problem-solving approaches.
• Performs project coordination activities, including managing technical inputs, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and supporting project execution through key milestones.
• Supports customer-facing discussions by translating business requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions.
• Actively seeks mentorship and learning to improve product, technical knowledge, and skill set.

Benefits

• Extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability
• Compensation is based on the principle of pay-for-performance compensation philosophy
• Amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager