OPEN: Manager, Grid Technology

Cpus Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Cpus Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc. is seeking a Manager for Grid Technology in Ottawa. The individual will oversee the development and management of the Grid technology program, focusing on innovations within Smart Grid and managing a team of approximately 10-12 professionals. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering. This full-time position offers a salary range of $130,000 – $140,000 annually and a hybrid work model. A comprehensive benefits package will also be provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in grid technology and managing a team.
• Experience in a utilities environment is essential.
• English language skills essential; bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the client’s Grid technology program.
• Work with operations and engineering to evolve the Smart Grid Strategy.
• Manage grid technology operations and oversight of a team of grid professionals.
• Lead key grid technology projects and business cases.
• Participate in Emergency Response operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership capabilities

Communication skills

Financial management

Strategic thinking & planning

Problem-solving

Interpersonal capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario

Tools

SCADA

GIS

Office productivity tools (G Suite)

Job description

Position Title: Manager, Grid Technology

Job ID: 810-003

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Ottawa, ON

Employment Type: Permanent full-time employee

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Work Mode: Hybrid – 3 days in office per week

Reports to: Chief Information and Technology Officer

Salary Range: $130,000 – $140,000 per year

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and compensation package (to be discussed)

Position Summary

The Manager, Grid Technology is responsible for the development and management of the client’s Grid technology program. This includes Smart Grid innovation, managing complex grid technology implementations, overseeing grid technology operations and managing a team of grid technology professionals.

The Manager, Grid Technology will have 2 direct reports (Supervisors) and oversee a total team size of approximately 10-12 staff.

Major Responsibilities

• As the custodian of Grid technology, work with distribution operations, engineering and asset management to develop and evolve the Smart Grid Strategy and the resulting roadmaps.
• Lead/Participate in Grid innovation including behind the meter technologies, EV technology, AI platforms and AR/VR technologies.
• Manage all grid technology operations including support of Grid Technology systems such as ADMS, SCADA, OMS, GIS, P-Tech, Telecom Fiber and others.
• Direct key grid technology projects including developing business cases, vendor selection, timelines, budget and risk.
• Liaise closely with the System Control Room and Distribution Operations to develop processes that leverage technology to support the response and recovery of the grid during power outages.
• Participate in the Emergency Response operations and grid restoration during large unplanned power outages to ensure that operations are supported from a technology perspective.
• Work closely with stakeholders such as IT to manage system uptime, disaster recovery, cybersecurity and business continuity.
• Manage a team of Grid technologists and engineers. Continuously review and implement human resource planning by selecting staff, ensuring appropriate training is provided, delegating tasks and assignments, defining goals, communicating feedback on performance and ensuring strict adherence to all Health and Safety standards and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepare the capital and operating budgets for the Grid Technology section and approve expenditures.
• Participate in industry workgroups to support innovation in the industry. Stay current with emerging technology trends as it pertains to grid innovation and automation.
• Work closely with vendors and partners to develop support partnerships, understand roadmaps and implement new features.

Job Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in grid technology, operations, or a similar role and experience managing a team
• Experience in a utilities environment.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably G Suite as well as SCADA, GIS, and OMS.
• Leadership capabilities in goal setting and performance management, strong communication, financial management (budgeting, cost control), and strategic thinking & planning.
• Professional Engineer licensed in the Province of Ontario (preferred, but not required)
• English language skills essential, both oral and written; Bilingualism (French/English) considered an asset

Competencies

The ideal candidate:

• Is analytical and logical
• Communicates effectively in writing and orally
• Has integrity and credibility
• Is accountable
• Is service oriented
• Is focused on excellence with an emphasis on quality, continuous improvement, learning and safety
• Is strategic, proactive, organized, and priority/results focused
• Is solution oriented, conceptual, and innovative
• Has managerial courage
• Inspires and develops others while managing performance and leading change
• Has interpersonal capability as it relates to influencing others, negotiating and relationship building
• Is a team player and inspires teamwork
• Appreciates and leverages diversity
• Leads by example

Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity‑seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invite all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long‑term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.