Distribution Long-Term Planning Engineer

Hydro Ottawa; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Model

Job summary

Hydro Ottawa seeks a Distribution Long-Term Planning Engineer to lead future readiness and grid resilience of the distribution system. You will drive long-range load forecasts, coordinate with IESO and Hydro One, and justify capital investments through data-driven analysis and planning frameworks.

The role emphasizes governance, regulatory alignment, and partnerships with municipal bodies. A strong engineering background and Ontario licensure eligibility are required, with hybrid work options

Qualifications

• Undergraduate engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer licensed or eligible to be licensed in Ontario.
• Experience in long-term system planning and regional coordination is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct annual system peak reviews and N-1 contingency analysis.
• Develop 10–20 year load forecasts and identify 5–10 year capacity needs.
• Formulate planning guidelines and non-wires solutions scope.
• Manage capital planning tools and value framework development.
• Support regional planning with IESO, Hydro One and municipalities.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions and technical standards.

Skills

Long-term planning

Load forecasting

Regulatory coordination

Data analytics

Non-Wires Solutions

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer in Ontario (or eligible)

Tools

CYME

PiVision

GIS

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve. We help to power your professional growth at every step of your engineering career. For those starting out, we provide the training and skills needed to achieve your P.Eng. designation, and for established engineers, our structured framework offers a clear, transparent pathways to intermediate and senior levels. Wherever you are in your career, there’s a path for growth ahead of you here. As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.

We are seeking a Distribution Long-Term Planning Engineer, a strategic thinker who can take initiatives from concept to completion and engineer the way to a smart energy future.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Distribution Long-Term Planning, the Distribution Long-Term Planning (DLTP) Engineer drives the future readiness and grid resilience of Hydro Ottawa’s distribution system. This role oversees long-term strategies, capacity expansion, regional growth trend analysis, and capital investment frameworks. By leveraging data-driven analytics, this role ensures that system planning decisions—from load forecasting to Non-Wires Solutions—are proactive and aligned with corporate objectives. The DLTP Engineer provides essential technical governance and investment justification to ensure that the 5-year Distribution System Plans and all regulatory requirements are robust, cost-effective and seamlessly executed in alignment with strategic objectives.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct Annual System Peak Reviews and N-1 Contingency Analysis to establish the system baseline and maintain long-term reliability.
• Develop and update 10-to-20-year long-term load forecasting annually; identify 5-to-10-year system capacity needs and maintain the 5-year Distribution System Plans .
• Formulate overarching Planning Guidelines, design flexible connection frameworks, and execute Non-Wires Solutions scoping initiatives.
• Optimize annual capital projects and program plans by managing the Asset Investment Planning tool and leading the development and maintenance of value frameworks.
• Determine and scope capital projects addressing long-term strategic system needs, and performing comprehensive assessments to justify system investments.
• Collaborate actively in regional planning process working groups with the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and Hydro One, and partner with municipal bodies on Community Energy Plans.
• Oversee the closure of Connection Cost and Recovery Agreements with the transmission system operator, and support with load forecasting and regulatory interpretation.
• Drive the technical development and data quality assurance of the Distribution System Plan and associated metrics to support Ontario Energy Board (OEB) Rate Applications.
• Support the establishment of technical standards, criteria, and guidelines for integrating new technologies, with a specific focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Distributed Energy Resources.
• Provide technical support for the execution of in-flight major multi-year projects (station upgrades, new station builds, and transmission upgrades), contributing to engineering standards and policies.
• Represent Hydro Ottawa in external working groups or conferences, and provide technical input on directives or regulatory reviews from the OEB, Electricity Distribution Association, and IESO.
• Participate in Hydro Ottawa’s Electricity Emergency Response Program (EERP) including potential after-hours and or on-call responsibilities, as required.
• Lead special projects and perform other related 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
• Experience in long-term system planning, project management, and regional coordination framework considered an asset
• Knowledge of Power Engineering Software tools such as CYME, PiVision, and GIS considered an asset
• Knowledge of Ontario’s energy sector and regulatory framework (OEB, IESO) considered an asset
• Experience with Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems considered an asset
• Knowledge of asset management frameworks such as ISO 55000 and ISO 9001 considered an asset
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement frameworks considered an asset
• Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably Google Workspace

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

English essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset

This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model.

Hybrid work is position specific, details of the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.

Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.

LOCATION

Location: Ottawa, ON

PAY RANGE

The annual salary range for this position identified below depends on experience, education, and professional designation. Pay Range Minimum: $89,420.99 Pay Range Maximum: $134,130.81

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Posting End Date (if applicable): September 30, 2026

DEI STATEMENTS

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.

WHY JOIN US

Why choose a career at Hydro Ottawa Group? Our creative, innovative and forward-thinking employees are blazing the trail to a better tomorrow as we work towards our ambitious goal of achieving net‑zero operations by 2030. Hydro Ottawa Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve; we want our employees to be their true selves. 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. Together we are shaping the future - join us!