Director of Engineering

Enova Power Corp.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Enova Power Corp. in Victoria Street, Kitchener, Ontario, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead the engineering department and drive the strategic direction of the utility's distribution infrastructure.

Reporting to the VP Grid Transformation, you will oversee GIS, asset management, system planning, and capital investments, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional Engineering license (P.Eng) required.
• Ontario driver’s license (G) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering department and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee distribution infrastructure expansion and sustainment.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safe operations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and external partners.

Skills

Asset management

Distribution planning

GIS knowledge

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

P.Eng

Driver’s license (G)

Job description

Enova Power Corp., a progressive company dedicated to energizing and empowering our communities while providing the highest level of service and a safe and positive work environment, requires a Director of Engineering.

BACKGROUND

Enova Power Corp. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Enova Energy Corporation. Enova Energy Corporation is an energy company with assets in municipal electricity distribution, electricity services, and renewable energy. Owned by the City of Kitchener, the City of Waterloo, the Township of Woolwich, the Township of Wilmot, and the Township of Wellesley, the company is focused on delivering what is next in energy and sustainability for our communities and beyond.

Enova Power Corp. (Enova Power) serves more than 165,000 residents and businesses in the City of Kitchener, the City of Waterloo, the Township of Wellesley, the Township of Wilmot and the Township of Woolwich. Enova has been named one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers for 2026. The award, chosen by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, reflects Enova’s commitment to putting its people first. Enova employs more than 300 full-time employees at two facilities in Kitchener and Waterloo.

Enova Strategic Direction

Purpose: To energize and empower our communities.

Vision: To drive what’s next in energy and sustainability for our communities and beyond.

Values:

• Safety and wellbeing above all
• Everyone has a voice
• Transparency
• Driven to explore new ideas
• Inclusive and empowered

At Enova, we’re dedicated to:

• Dependable and reliable service
• Customer and community partnerships

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Reporting to the Vice President Grid Transformation & Chief Distribution Officer (CDO), this position is responsible for the management and direction of the utility’s infrastructure expansion and sustainment programs, including overhead and underground distribution systems, GIS, Asset Management, and Supply Planning. The incumbent leads and directs the affairs of the Engineering department; ensures alignment with corporation vision, mission and strategic goals; provides engineering support to operational activities as well as expanding services to customers; provides technical expertise to analyze complex problems and assists the corporation to adapt to new and changing landscape.

The incumbent provides technical oversight with regards to the integration of digital information systems, controls and technology to maximize efficiencies and grid performance. The role ensures that system design and construction is in compliance with applicable regulations and sound engineering principles.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team the incumbent is a key contributor in achieving the Company’s purpose and the strategic vision for the Engineering division and is an engaged change leader. The incumbent promotes a high-performance culture, enhances the leadership capabilities of the team, collaborates with leadership to meet distribution system objectives, and ensures compliance with corporate policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations.

This vacancy exists at our Victoria Street Kitchener location.

Direct Reports to the Director of Engineering (4): Manager Distribution Engineering, Manager of System Planning & Customer Connections, Engineering Services Supervisor (GIS), Executive Assistant - Engineering.

MAJOR (Primary) RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Planning & Provision of Expert Advice: Contribute to the formulation of corporate strategic plans and execute strategies and plans as they relate to the Engineering department in alignment with corporate plans. Provide technical and analytical support to internal and external stakeholders. Represent the utility at various municipal and utility business organizations, committees and functions.
• Asset Investment Planning & Management: Lead the development of capital investment plans to sustain and expand the corporation’s distribution infrastructure; balance near term and long term needs to deliver reliable, safe and cost-effective and environmentally responsible solutions.
• Budgeting: Direct the preparation of short term and long-term operating and capital budgets for the Engineering departments including the justification of major expenditures and ensure alignment with the corporation’s asset planning, financial and strategic objectives.
• Staffing: Manage, direct and optimize the deployment of departmental staff resources. Delegate and plan schedules, hire, manage performance, conduct reviews, and ensure that training and development are available to enhance performance and knowledge level of staff.
• Labour Relations: Manage staff to ensure that the Collective Agreement is administered in a fair and reasonable manner and promotes a positive culture for union/management relations. Attend regular Labour Management meetings and participate in labour negotiations.
• Safety: Provide leadership for Occupational Health & Safety activities for the organization to effectively promote a culture of health, safety and loss prevention.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge:

• Expert knowledge of the planning, design and construction requirements of distribution systems and asset management practices
• Advanced knowledge of business and management principles including budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and leadership techniques
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering software, including Geographical Information Systems (GIS), asset management, and pole line analysis
• Experience with stations, as well as protection and control systems, would be considered an asset
• Advanced knowledge of the regulatory framework including Distribution System Planning (DSP) preparation
• Advanced knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as they relate to individual, organizational and operational requirements

Education:

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Professional Engineering license (P. Eng)
• Class G Driver’s License

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years in positions of increasing responsibility performing, managing and directing the planning, design, construction and operations functions in an electrical utility

Why You Want to Work for Us:

• You are passionate about making a difference and contributing to something meaningful
• We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes an incentive/bonus opportunity
• We encourage and financially support your continued professional education & development
• Your well-being matters: We offer various services which include Physio & Massage Therapy; Chiropractic and Naturopathic support; and mental-health and financial planning support

APPLICATION INFORMATION

It is Enova’s policy to comply with all applicable laws and regulations which prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, religion, creed, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or marital status or any other protected class.

We thank all those that apply for the position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.