Business Analyst - Grid Modernization - MUST HAVE Utilities Industry Experience (Contract)

Toronto Test Consultants; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in energy transformation in Vaughan is seeking a Business Analyst for its Grid Modernization team. This entry-level contract role needs someone with experience or education in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance grid systems and contribute to strategy development. Familiarity with utility software is advantageous. Offered rate is negotiable and it's a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Entry level position in the utilities industry.
• Familiarity with utility software systems like ADMS, SCADA, DMS, and GIS is an asset.
• Understanding of Ontario's utility sector is preferred.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Define and document business and functional requirements for grid modernization.
• Manage vendor relationships and deliverables for key initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop a comprehensive roadmap.
• Support reliability and efficiency of analytics tools through maintenance and updates.
• Prepare bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to engage with technical teams

Collaborative mindset

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or related

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SCADA

DMS

GIS

Job description

Business Analyst - Grid Modernization - MUST HAVE Utilities Industry Experience (Contract)

Client: Large Utilities Organization

Role: Business Analyst -- MUST HAVE experience within Utilities industry domain

Location: Hybrid (3 days remote, 2 days @ Vaughan office)

Rate: Negotiable

Client and Role Description

Our client is a Large Scale Utilities Provider (Municipal), at the forefront of transforming Ontario’s energy landscape—and their Grid Modernization team is leading the charge. As a Business Analyst (Grid Modernization Specialist), you’ll play a vital role in deploying and enhancing critical grid modernization software and technologies that support the Asset Strategy & Operations (ASO) division. This role blends technical expertise, strategic planning, and cross‑functional collaboration to support the implementation and continuous improvement of platforms like Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Distributed System Operator (DSO) software. You’ll help ensure these systems are aligned with operational needs and deliver measurable impact across the utility.

You’ll contribute to the success of the Grid Modernization team by:

• Defining and documenting business and functional requirements for the deployment of ADMS, DSO software, and other modernization platforms.
• Managing vendor relationships and deliverables for key Grid Modernization initiatives.
• Collaborating with stakeholders across Operations, Planning, Asset Management, Field Services, and Control Rooms to develop and execute a comprehensive roadmap for business and technology needs.
• Supporting the reliability and efficiency of in‑house developed analytics tools through proactive maintenance, updates, and issue resolution.
• Assisting in the preparation of bi‑weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad‑hoc reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring that all systems and tools are implemented effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with strategic goals.

🧠 What You Bring

Core Competencies:

• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to address technical challenges
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to engage with technical teams and diverse internal/external stakeholders
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when needed

Technical & Sector Knowledge:

• Familiarity with utility software systems such as ADMS, SCADA, DMS, GIS (an asset)
• Understanding of Ontario’s utility sector and its key stakeholders (preferred)
• Proficiency in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education:

• Ideal for candidates enrolled in or graduated from Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Industrial Engineering programs

Seniority level:

Entry level

Employment type:

Contract

Job function:

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries:

IT Services and IT Consulting