Senior Engineer, Renewable Energy Programs (13687)

Toronto Transit Commission (TTC); Toronto; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Pension plan

Health, dental, vision

Professional development

Job summary

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) seeks a Senior Engineer, Renewable Energy Programs to lead the corporate transition for renewable energy infrastructure, including eBus charging, BESS and solar PV systems. You will report to the Manager, Renewable Energy Engineering and oversee technical integrity across capital and operational activities.

This role emphasizes safety, quality and coordination with TTC stakeholders to support TTC's decarbonization and Green Fleet initiatives, aligning with

Qualifications

• University degree in electrical engineering or related discipline with extensive experience in design and systems engineering of critical industrial infra.
• Mandatory registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• PM certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of formal systems engineering techniques for critical industrial electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with heavy vehicle charging systems and renewable energy integration (solar, BESS).
• Familiarity with safety/regulatory standards in Ontario for electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for REP projects and programs valued at ~$1B.
• Identify project interdependencies and develop technical coordination plans.
• Oversee quality assurance of construction, commissioning and submittals.
• Assist with construction safety plans and risk mitigation.
• Review and approve technical reports, testing results and documentation.
• Investigate complex failures with REP staff and TTC stakeholders.
• Address operational issues with service providers and OEMs.
• Develop/update operating procedures, test plans and maintenance plans.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Electrical design

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical engineering degree

PEng license Ontario

Tools

MS Office

SCADA experience

Job description

Department: Renewable Energy Programs (20001213) - Renewable Energy Engineering (30000566)

Salary Information: 115,570.00 - 144,526.20

Employment Type: Regular

New or Existing Vacancy: New

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: September 23, 2026

Last Day to Apply: October 3, 2026

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for a Senior Engineer, Renewable Energy Programs to join our team! As part of the Renewable Energy Programs team, you will lead the corporate transition for renewable energy infrastructure. Come join our team during this exciting time!

What You Will Do

As a member of the Renewable Energy Programs Department (REP), you will report to the Manager, Renewable Energy Engineering. Your role will involve providing technical oversight for REP, which manages approximately $1 billion in programming. This includes the design, construction, installation, operation, maintenance, and renewal of TTC's energy infrastructure aimed at supporting a zero-carbon future. Key components of this infrastructure include eBus and other fleet charging systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar PV systems, and associated systems that support TTC's Green Fleet Plan, Green Facilities, and other renewable energy and decarbonization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Oversight: Ensure the technical integrity of both capital projects and operational activities.
• Risk Management: Identify technical risks and propose effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Project Coordination: Identify project interdependencies (e.g., fleet plans, proposed construction projects) and develop comprehensive technical coordination plans.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality and timeliness of construction, commissioning and operational submittals and witness major equipment/system testing to ensure compliance with TTC requirements.
• Safety Support: Assist the project delivery team with construction safety plans as needed.
• Documentation: Review: Review and approve technical reports, testing results, and other documentation.
• Failure Investigation: Collaborate with REP staff and other TTC stakeholders/experts to investigate complex failures.
• Issue Resolution: Address operational issues with service providers and/or original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and ensure successful resolution.
• Procedure Review: Evaluate existing operating procedures, test plans, and maintenance plans, recommending changes to maintain safety and quality standards in light of new REP systems.
• Procedure Development: Oversee and review the creation of new operating procedures, test plans, and maintenance plans for novel REP systems.

As a TTC employee, you will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies. You will also be participating in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

Manage projects

Communicate in a variety of mediums

Apply analytical skills

Use office technology, software and applications

Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field

Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background will consist of a university degree in electrical engineering, or a related discipline with extensive experience in the design and systems engineering of critical industrial infrastructure, or any combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Mandatory registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.
• Registration as a Project Management Professional is an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of formal systems engineering techniques applied to critical industrial electrical distribution systems.
• Working knowledge of modern supervisory control software practices.
• Proficiency in design, system assurances (e.g. reliability, availability, maintainability, safety), formal requirements capture and traceability, system integration and interface management.
• Working knowledge of heavy vehicle charging systems.
• Expertise in the integration of renewable energy such as solar, BESS, etc. and dispatchable loads into existing electrical systems.
• Familiarity with government and safety regulations, legislation, procedures and standards applicable to complex electrical distribution systems and power generation systems in Ontario.
• Working knowledge of project management principles, methods and practices with the ability to carry out and/or coordinate small projects and studies.
• Sound judgement, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent organizational, research, design and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency with computers and typical business software, including MS Office applications.
• Successful completion of designated safety training courses, including re-certification as appropriate, by the Training & Development Department

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of the TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at [phone] or [e-mail] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC's hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.