IT Lead, Systems and Integration

TerraForm Power; Outaouais; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TerraForm Power, based in Gatineau, is seeking an IT Lead, Systems and Integration to guide the design, implementation, and ongoing support of OT, SCADA, and related IT infrastructure across its renewable energy assets.

You will connect enterprise IT, operations, cybersecurity, field teams, and external vendors to deliver secure, reliable technology, standardize architecture, and drive site integration and modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, Engineering or equivalent.
• 8–12 years in IT infrastructure, systems integration, or OT environments.
• Experience supporting SCADA and industrial control systems.
• Strong IT/OT integration and cybersecurity understanding.
• Experience leading technical implementations and managing third-party vendors.
• Renewable energy, utilities, or industrial environment experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT solutions for SCADA and OT environments.
• Plan system integrations, migrations, upgrades and modernization initiatives.
• Design standardized IT architecture for renewable energy operations.
• Support onboarding of new sites and acquisitions.
• Provide OT infrastructure support and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity for incident response and governance.
• Lead vendors and external partners and manage projects.
• Develop standards, playbooks, and best practices.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Systems integration

OT environments

Cybersecurity principles

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Industrial control systems

Job description

About Us

TerraForm Power ("TERP"), a platform company of Brookfield Renewable, attracts high-performing individuals who are driven to make an impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We offer unparalleled opportunity to lead and manage one of the largest renewable energy businesses with decades of history, while contributing to the global need for sustainable energy.

We offer tremendous growth opportunity for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset. The company is committed to employee development, encouraging curiosity, ownership, and continuous learning. You’ll be empowered to take initiative, contribute ideas, and grow your career within a supportive and ambitious organization.

Job Summary

The IT Lead, Systems and Integration is responsible for leading the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing support of TerraForm Power’s operational technology (OT), SCADA, and related IT infrastructure across renewable energy assets. This role serves as the primary technical lead connecting enterprise IT, operations, cybersecurity, field teams, and external vendors to ensure secure, reliable, and standardized technology solutions that support field operations.

The position drives site integration, modernization initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and operational support while establishing internal technical capabilities that reduce reliance on third-party system integrators. The role provides technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects and helps define standards, best practices, and architecture for OT-aligned IT environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Delivery & Integration
  • Lead implementation, configuration, and support of IT solutions supporting SCADA and operational technology environments.
  • Plan and execute system integrations, migrations, upgrades, and modernization initiatives across operating assets.
  • Design and maintain standardized IT architecture supporting renewable energy operations.
  • Support onboarding of new sites, acquisitions, and operational expansions.
• Operational Technology Support
  • Provide advanced technical support for OT infrastructure, SCADA systems, telemetry, networking, and site connectivity.
  • Troubleshoot complex operational issues while minimizing business disruption.
  • Support commissioning, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement of field technologies.
• Infrastructure & Cybersecurity
  • Ensure IT/OT environments comply with corporate cybersecurity standards, including segmentation, identity management, monitoring, and access controls.
  • Partner with Cybersecurity teams on incident response, remediation, and recovery activities.
  • Maintain system documentation, architecture standards, and operational procedures.
• Vendor & Project Leadership
  • Lead technical delivery with external vendors, consultants, and system integrators.
  • Monitor vendor performance, project timelines, quality, and cost effectiveness.
  • Identify opportunities to internalize technical capabilities and reduce third-party dependence.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
  • Partner with Operations, SCADA, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Field Operations teams to prioritize technology initiatives.
  • Recommend improvements that enhance system reliability, operational efficiency, and standardization.
  • Develop technical standards, playbooks, and best practices supporting TERP’s long-term technology strategy.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8-12 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems integration, or operational technology (OT) environments.
• Experience supporting SCADA, industrial control systems, networking, and site connectivity.
• Strong understanding of IT/OT integration, cybersecurity principles, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Experience leading technical implementations and managing third-party vendors.
• Renewable energy, utilities, or other industrial environment experience is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Job Information

Job Type: Exempt Salaried, Full-Time

Location: Gatineau Office (onsite)

Reports To: Director of IT

Department: IT