Smart Grid Engineer

2 months ago


Ottawa, Canada Hydro Ottawa Full time

JOB SUMMARY:
The Smart Grid Engineer is responsible for assessing, developing, and enhancing new and existing technologies used to support the efficient operations of Hydro Ottawa’s distribution grid. This includes evaluating and supporting the development of new technology, methodologies, and related business processes for enhancing reliability, durability, and flexibility of the grid to maximize the return on investment of distribution assets. This role will need to leverage key relationships within the Chief Information Technology and the Chief Electricity Distribution divisions to successfully execute a variety of projects. This role will support grid technology section functions including project management, planning, and budgeting inputs.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identify and develop solutions that enhance the use of Grid Technology systems and applications
  • Provide technical support to the Grid Technology Support, stations, and distribution field staff
  • Evaluate and manage new Grid Technology projects
  • Create analysis workflows and associated business processes for the benefit of customer departments
  • Assist in setting the strategic direction for Grid Technology systems and applications
  • Participate in the development of Hydro Ottawa’s smart grid roadmap
  • Support the development and use of data analytics to improve grid efficiency and maximize distribution asset life
  • Work cooperatively with other technology teams to enhance system and application functionality, availability, and security
  • Prepare budget briefs for projects and participate in overall budget and business planning processes
  • Provide input into system planning and distribution system standards and technology standards
  • Evaluate new technology, software, and equipment
  • Assist with managing and coordinating the successful completion of special projects as required
  • Perform other duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited university
  • Professional Engineer, licensed or able to be licensed in the province of Ontario
  • Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably G Suite
  • Experience in an electric utility engineering environment considered an asset
  • Project Management and/or PMP Certification considered an asset
  • Experience with advanced grid applications (SCADA, ADMS, OMS, GIS) considered an asset
  • Knowledge of Fibre Optic communications technology (including planning and management considered an asset
  • Knowledge of wireless communications technology (LTE, fixed point-to-point, point-to-multipoint) considered an asset
  • English essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (French/English) considered an asset

This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.

Location:Ottawa, ONPay Range Minimum:$84,176.78Pay Range Maximum:$126,264.53Posting End Date (if applicable):August 30, 2024

Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

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We are recognized year over year as a National Capital Region Top Employer, one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

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