OPEN: Smart Grid Engineer

Position Title: Smart Grid EngineerClient: Utility clientLocation: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, to be discussed based on the position requirements)Employment Type: Full-Time, PermanentHours: 40 hours per week# of Vacancies: 2Job Level: Junior/Intermediate/SeniorBenefits: Comprehensive Benefits and Pension package to be discussed.Reports to: Supervisor, Smart Grid Technologies The selected candidates are required to complete a Security Clearance. This is a condition of employment. SUMMARY: Responsible for assessing, developing and enhancing new and existing technologies used to support the efficient operations of our client’s distribution grid. This includes evaluating and supporting the development of new technology, methodologies, and related business processes for the purposes of enhancing reliability, durability and flexibility of the grid in order 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.This role assists in the development of advanced utility applications and supporting infrastructure used to control, monitor and analyze the distribution grid. There is significant emphasis on understanding the day-to-day operation of distribution grids and the role new technology plays. There is significant input into the strategic direction of smart grid technology deployment and the future needs of our client’s customers. This role provides support and assistance for developing and updating standards and processes for materials, equipment, and design of supporting technology for the electric distribution system. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:The essential responsibilities of the job include: Identify and develop solutions that enhance the use of Grid Technology systems and applicationsProvide technical support to the Grid Technology Support, stations, and distribution field staffEvaluate and manage new Grid Technology projectsCreate analysis workflows and associated business processes for the benefit of customer departmentsAssist in setting strategic direction for Grid Technology systems and applicationsParticipate in the development of our client’s smart grid roadmapSupport the development and use of data analytics to improve grid efficiency and maximize distribution asset lifeWork co-operatively with other technology teams to enhance system and application functionality, availability, and securityPrepare budget briefs for projects and participate in overall budget and business planning processesProvide input into system planning and distribution system standards and technology standardsEvaluate new technology, software, and equipmentAssist with managing and coordinating the successful completion of special projects as requiredSpecial projects and other duties as required EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited university (Electrical Engineering is strongly preferred)Professional Engineer, licensed or able to be licensed in the province of Ontario (P.Eng.)Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools,preferably G SuiteMinimum 4-8+ years of relevant work experienceSome vacancies require IT oriented candidates with applications engineering experience and also experience with on-premise systems used in Operations Technology, and Operations Technology Applications. This encompasses solution architects, devops/ automation/ site reliability engineers. Assets: Project Management and/or PMP Certification considered an assetExperience with advanced grid applications (SCADA, ADMS, OMS, GIS) considered an assetExperience in an electric utility engineering environment considered an assetThose with data or manufacturing experienceKnowledge of Fibre Optic communications technology (including planning and management considered an assetKnowledge of wireless communications technology (LTE, fixed point-to-point, point-to-multipoint)considered an assetEnglish essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (French/English) considered an asset COMPETENCIES: Is proactive, organized, priority focused and results orientedIs analytical and logicalIs solution oriented and innovativeHas interpersonal capability as it relates to influencing others and relationship buildingCommunicates effectively in writing and orallyIs focused on excellence, with an emphasis on quality, continuous improvement, learning andsafetyHas integrity and credibilityIs accountableIs a team player and inspires teamworkAppreciates and leverages diversityIs service orientedLeads by example