Junior Distribution Engineer | Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc.

The MEARIE Group; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-owned electrical utility in Sudbury is seeking a Junior Distribution Engineer to provide engineering expertise, coordinate construction projects, and optimize system performance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and be working toward a P.Eng. designation. This position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities to grow within a vibrant community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Qualifications

• A four-year University degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Eligible or working towards a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
• One to three years of experience with utility distribution systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and coordinate utility construction projects.
• Conduct technical studies to optimize system performance.
• Analyze outage data to improve reliability across the network.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Technical analysis

System performance optimization

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc. is an electrical utility committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers. Our parent company, Greater Sudbury Utilities Inc. is a diversified, community-owned corporation focused on service excellence.

We are currently seeking a Junior Distribution Engineer to join our team. This is a non-union position based in Sudbury, Ontario.

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, you will play a critical role in the development, research and recommendation of distribution design and construction standards, as well as distribution equipment specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and coordinate utility construction projects.
• Conduct technical studies including fault level analysis, load forecasting and power quality assessments to optimize system performance.
• Analyze outage data and system loading to improve reliability across the electrical distribution network.
• Support the integration of distributed energy resources, including Connection Impact Assessments and interconnection coordination.
• Assist in the design, commissioning, and programming of automated devices and protective relays.
• Maintain and update system models and equipment databases using engineering software.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders.

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 Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Eligible or working towards a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
• A valid Ontario Class G driver’s license is required.
• One to three years of experience working with utility distribution systems is considered an asset.

Benefits

Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.

Location and Living in Sudbury

This is an opportunity to contribute to a vital service in our growing community. Discover life in Sudbury, Northern Ontario’s largest city. Come work and live in a vibrant, welcoming community surrounded by 330 lakes and nature’s beauty. With affordable housing, short commutes with year-round recreational opportunities like hiking, fishing, skiing, mountain biking, boating and so much more. Whether you are looking to raise a family, advance your career or enjoy an active lifestyle, Sudbury is a place where you can thrive – personally and professionally.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to :

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GSU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by GSU, please advise if you require an accommodation.