University Co-Op Student- Stations Engineering (Electrical)- 12 Months- Fall 2025

Hydro One; Toronto; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hydro One as a co-op student in Electrical Engineering, where you'll gain hands-on experience in electrical arrangement and layout design for substations. This role offers professional development in project management, safety practices, and technical writing, preparing you for a successful career in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Discipline in Electrical Engineering required.
• Third/Second year students eligible.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Arrangement and Basic Layout design.
• Associated studies of EA and BL design.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication

Organization

Education

Third/Second Year of Electrical Engineering Major

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

50450-Toronto-Temporary12 Months

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

You will be a member of the above group, which is responsible for:

• Electrical Arrangement and Basic Layout design and study

Your job duties may include:

• Electrical Arrangement (EA) and Basic Layout (BL) of substation from 500 kV to 12kV
• Associated studies of EA and BL design
• Other station design, for example, lightning, lighting, grounding, AC/DC, Fire protection.

This job will provide you with the following professional development:

• Station electrical arrangement/ basic layout design ability development
• Substation project engineering management skill handson experience.
• Power system safety practical knowledge
• Getting hands on training on industrial standards, for example, IEC, IEEE, CSA
• Getting hands on training on HydroOne transmission and distribution standards
• Organization and planning skills
• Prioritizing multiple activities
• Improving communications skills in order to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Gaining knowledge of technical writing for the preparation and checking of contract documents, Scopes of Work, presentations and technical reports and specifications
• Getting Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Improving independent work ability
• Working knowledge and ability in using Microsoft applications, Hydro One computer applications, and other vendor provided programs and applications

Job Requirements:

• Discipline: Electrical Engineering
• Academic Level: Third/Second Year of Electrical Engineering Major

Additional Information:

• Please include a copy of your unofficial transcript.
• The student needs to travel to another office or work site and valid G driver licence is required.
• We will contact your school to confirm your coop eligibility

Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate. Only applications submitted via Hydro One's career page will be accepted.

If you are an international student, please ensure you have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Speak with your school’s career centre if you have any questions about acquiring this documentation.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

"Employer of the year 2025"

Deadline: May 26, 2025

**Pleasenote that students areto apply to a maximum of 3 co-op positions per term.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.