Engineer, Stations (Non-Union)
Alectra Inc.
Design and lead projects for transformer and municipal substations, handling engineering and PM.
2 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Distribution
Smart Grid Solutions
Electricity Management
Utility Services
Sustainability Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Electrification
Sustainability
Power Services
High Voltage Infrastructure
Transformer Maintenance
Switchgear Maintenance
Renewable Energy
Role
What you would be doing
protection design
der assessment
transformer design
project management
rfp management
process automation
- Provide technical engineering support for the development of protection and control schemes.
- Manage Distributed Energy Resources (DER) connections and conduct detailed connection impact assessment studies for both load and DER customers.
- Ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures, and standards.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely, budget-compliant project implementation in accordance with established safety and technical standards.
- Develop comprehensive engineering designs and select appropriate equipment for Transformer and Municipal Station capital work programs.
- Lead and manage projects for capital work programs, including scope definition, business case preparation, budget control, and schedule management.
- Oversee the RFP process for substation projects in collaboration with other business units.
- Offer engineering and technical assistance to Station Sustainment and Protection & Control Departments, focusing on operation and protection parameters.
- Identify opportunities to streamline or automate processes to enhance service delivery.
What you bring
electrical engineering
5+ years
cyme
autocad
project management
peo registered
- Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra’s core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with electrical distribution systems.
- Familiarity with software programs such as Cyme Dist, Cyme TCC, Cyme Cap, AutoCAD, ESRI GIS, JD Edwards is beneficial.
- Knowledge of technical and safety specifications/standards, including CSA, CEA, Ontario Regulation 22/04, Utility Work Protection Code, and IEEE.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a recognized equivalent.
- Understanding of regulatory, governmental, and environmental requirements (OEB Rules and Regulations, PIPEDA, OH&S, EUSA Rules, WHMIS, and TDG Act).
- Experience with transformer stations and protection and control systems is advantageous.
- Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects within established timelines.
- Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license.
- Familiarity with emerging trends and industry best practices.
- Capacity to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies.
- Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on practical and innovative solutions for complex technical issues.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Experience in a unionized utility environment is an asset.
- Registered member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) in good standing.
- Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
- We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
- Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.
- Hybrid work environment (if applicable): Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.
- We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
- We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
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Company
Overview
1 million
customers served
Over 1 million homes and businesses are served across Ontario.
C$300M annually
infrastructure investment
Invests in infrastructure renewal to modernize energy distribution systems.
90+
EV charging stations
Provides turnkey solutions for electrifying fleets and transit systems.
- As Canada’s largest municipally-owned electric utility by customer base, it serves over 1 million homes and businesses.
- Its financial strategy includes issuing large debenture offerings and investing roughly C$300 million annually in infrastructure renewal.
- Specializing in grid modernization, EV charging networks, distributed energy, sub-metering, and smart metering projects.
- Through its Alectra Energy Solutions arm, it delivers turnkey EV fleet and transit electrification—installing 90+ charging stations.
- Unusual breadth: combines traditional electricity distribution with cloud-based energy market platforms and behind-the-meter solutions.
- Operates storm-restoration businesses across Eastern Canada and the U.S., becoming the region’s largest power-restoration firm.
- Safety
- Customer focus
- Respect
- Excellence
- Innovation
16.9% Emissions Reduction
GHG EMISSIONS REDUCTION
Achieved a 16.9% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from fleet and facility operations since 2016.
28% Water Reduction
CORPORATE WATER USE REDUCTION
Corporate water use reduced by 28% (from 34,534 mÂł in 2016 to 25,472 mÂł in 2023).
30% Paperless Billing
CUSTOMER PAPERLESS BILLING
Over 30% of customers utilize paperless billing services.
12% Fuel Efficiency
FUEL CONSUMPTION REDUCTION
12% reduction in fuel consumption achieved through fleet optimization and clean-tech initiatives.
- Committed to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
- Four facilities built to LEED standards (two Gold, two certified); new Brampton operations centre targeting LEED Gold
- Over 100,000 energy-efficient LED streetlights installed; added 35,000 LEDs in 2020
- All cafeterias have full organic waste collection
- In procurement, prefers suppliers with GHG reduction targets
- Create a culture of belonging where everyone feels safe to be themselves and use their voices
- Commit to strengthening fairness and equity by co-creating culture with employees via listening, feedback and collaboration
- Enhance psychological and physical safety to support total employee well-being
- Enhance recruitment practices, inclusive workplace policies, leadership & employee training, diversity celebrations, engagement opportunities
- Signatory to Leadership Accord and Equal by 30 initiatives
- Semi-annual reporting using ED&I scorecard tracking metrics on recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, career development and succession
- Established ED&I Scholarship with McMaster DeGroote and ED&I Undergraduate Award with York University
- Policy aligns with Ontario Human Rights Code—covers equity in hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, transfers and programs
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