Senior Grid & Infrastructure Engineering Leader

The MEARIE Group; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 141,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Enova Power Corp. is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the Engineering department, aligning with corporate strategy and delivering safe, reliable energy solutions. You will guide planning, project oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance grid performance.

The role involves directing budgeting, staff deployment, and safety leadership within a high-performance culture, reporting to the VP Grid Transformation & CDO at the Victoria St location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in progressively responsible roles in planning, design, construction and operations in an electrical utility.
• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering with PE license and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with regulatory frameworks and safety requirements in utility environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and provide expert guidance for the Engineering department.
• Oversee capital investment planning to expand and sustain distribution infrastructure.
• Direct budgeting for Engineering, including major expenditures and alignment with asset plans.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

P.Eng license

Driver's license

Tools

GIS

Asset management software

Pole line analysis

Job description

Enova Power Corp. is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the Engineering department, aligning with corporate strategy and delivering safe, reliable energy solutions. You will guide planning, project oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance grid performance.

The role involves directing budgeting, staff deployment, and safety leadership within a high-performance culture, reporting to the VP Grid Transformation & CDO at the Victoria St location.