OPEN: Smart Grid Engineer

Cpus Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits and Pension package

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing agency is looking for an experienced Smart Grid Engineer in Ottawa, Ontario. The role involves developing and enhancing technologies for efficient distribution grid operations. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and relevant work experience, with strong skills in project management and technical support. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires a security clearance. A hybrid working arrangement is possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-8+ years of relevant work experience in engineering.
• Experience in electric utility engineering environment is an asset.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in G Suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop solutions for Grid Technology systems.
• Provide technical support to Grid Technology staff.
• Evaluate and manage new Grid Technology projects.

Skills

Proactive

Analytical

Solution oriented

Effective communication

Team player

Integrity and accountability

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

SCADA

GIS

Job description

Position Title: Smart Grid Engineer

Client: Utility client

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, to be discussed)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

# of Vacancies: 2

Job Level: Intermediate/Senior

Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits and Pension package to be discussed.

Reports to: Supervisor, Smart Grid Technologies

The selected candidates are required to complete a Security Clearance. This is a condition of employment.

Summary

• Responsible for assessing, developing and enhancing new and existing technologies used to support the efficient operations of our client’s distribution grid. This includes evaluating and supporting the development of new technology, methodologies, and related business processes for the purposes of enhancing reliability, durability and flexibility of the grid in order to maximize the return on investment of distribution assets. This role will need to leverage key relationships within the Chief Information Technology and the Chief Electricity Distribution divisions to successfully execute a variety of projects. This role will support grid technology section functions including project management, planning, and budgeting inputs.
• This role assists in the development of advanced utility applications and supporting infrastructure used to control, monitor and analyze the distribution grid. There is significant emphasis on understanding the day-to-day operation of distribution grids and the role new technology plays. There is significant input into the strategic direction of smart grid technology deployment and the future needs of our client’s customers. This role provides support and assistance for developing and updating standards and processes for materials, equipment, and design of supporting technology for the electric distribution system.

Major Responsibilities

The essential responsibilities of the job include:

• Identify and develop solutions that enhance the use of Grid Technology systems and applications
• Provide technical support to the Grid Technology Support, stations, and distribution field staff
• Evaluate and manage new Grid Technology projects
• Create analysis workflows and associated business processes for the benefit of customer departments
• Assist in setting strategic direction for Grid Technology systems and applications
• Participate in the development of our client’s smart grid roadmap
• Support the development and use of data analytics to improve grid efficiency and maximize distribution asset life
• Work co-operatively with other technology teams to enhance system and application functionality, availability, and security
• Prepare budget briefs for projects and participate in overall budget and business planning processes
• Provide input into system planning and distribution system standards and technology standards
• Evaluate new technology, software, and equipment
• Assist with managing and coordinating the successful completion of special projects as required
• Special projects and other duties as required

Education/Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited university (Electrical Engineering is strongly preferred)
• Professional Engineer, licensed or able to be licensed in the province of Ontario (P.Eng.)
• Minimum 4-8+ years of relevant work experience
• Experience with the deployment of advanced grid applications (SCADA, ADMS, OMS, GIS) considered an asset
• Experience in an electric utility engineering environment or manufacturing environment is considered an asset
• Knowledge of Fibre Optic communications technology (including planning and management) considered an asset
• Knowledge of wireless communications technology (LTE, fixed point-to-point, point-to-multipoint) considered an asset
• Project Management and/or PMP Certification considered an asset
• Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably G Suite
• English essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (French/English) considered an asset

Competencies

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