Distribution Engineer / Greater Sudbury Utilities

The MEARIE Group; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the utilities sector is seeking a Distribution Engineer to enhance their distribution systems. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining standards for distribution design and construction, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies, and contributing to the planning of system growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in utility electrical distribution systems and a degree in Electrical Engineering. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it a great place to advance your career while contributing to the community.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in Utility electrical distribution systems.
• A valid class G driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain distribution design and construction standards.
• Assist in load flow and loss optimization analysis.
• Report to regulatory bodies on distribution system reliability.

Skills

Load flow analysis

Fault level studies

Fuse/relay coordination

Utility electrical distribution systems

Education

Four-year University degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Distribution Engineer

Greater Sudbury Utilities Inc. (GSU) a diversified, community-owned corporation has an opportunity for a Distribution Engineer. Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of distribution design and construction standards, as well as distribution equipment specifications.

Other responsibilities will include:

• distribution system short-term and long-term growth and betterment planning.
• assist in load flow and loss optimization analysis, fault level studies and fuse/relay coordination.
• reporting to regulatory bodies such as the OEB and the ESA on matters pertaining to distribution system reliability, maintenance, and safety.
• assist in the preparation of distribution system operating, maintenance and capital expenditure budgets.

The successful applicant must possess the following qualifications:

• A four-year University degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent by the Professional Engineers Ontario.
• A valid class G driver’s licence is required.
• Five years of experience in Utility electrical distribution systems.

Greater Sudbury Utilities is offering a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume to:

Human Resources

Greater Sudbury Utilities Inc.

Sudbury, Ontario

[e-mail]

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process for the position to which you have applied and require a disability-related accommodation, please notify the Human Resources Department.