Engineer, Distributed Energy Solutions

Description

• Provide technical oversight of EPC contractor teams, engineers and technical staff responsible for implementing projects through various phases of design and construction.
• Provide technical analysis and preliminary conceptual design of energy solutions to support proposals in response to client’s RFPs.
• Review and provide technical inputs to various agreements with customers and suppliers such as power purchase agreements (PPA), master service agreements (MSA), equipment supply agreements (ESA), engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreements, and long-term service agreements (LTSA).
• Oversee various commissioning and performance tests performed by suppliers and contractors such as controller/relay settings, point-to-point communication, grid synchronization, dead/live zone direct transfer trip, remote dispatch, load following, etc.
• Prepare various electrical design drawings such as site layouts, single line diagrams (SLDs), protection & control (P&C) diagrams, network diagrams, cable, and conduit schedules, etc.
• Perform engineering technical due diligence for equipment shop drawings (solar PV panel/optimizer, NG generator, BESS, transformer, switchgear, cable, etc.), design drawings (SLD, network diagram, P&C diagram, lighting diagram, grounding grid, site plan, etc.), study reports (power flow, short circuit, cable thermal ampacity, protection coordination, arc flash hazard, harmonics, contingency, grounding, lighting, etc.), and testing reports (FAT, SAT, commissioning, performance, etc.) delivered by suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
• Retain strategic relationships with key stakeholders including ISOs, utilities, suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams within the organization or business partners such as business development, origination, development, finance, legal, project management, procurement, construction, and operation to develop and implement innovative energy solutions that support Alectra’s clients and shareholders.
• Act as a primary resource for technical knowledge of energy generation and storage technologies including but not limited to wind turbines, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, natural gas (NG) generators, combined heat & power plants, battery energy storage systems (BESS), geothermal systems, microgrids, etc.
• Participate in relevant industry and government work groups and conferences to share knowledge, enhance brand awareness, and form potential partnerships.
• Perform various steady-state, dynamic, and transient power systems studies such as power flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash hazard, power quality, stability, etc.
• Oversee and support project interconnection process including: developing and submitting interconnection applications including CIA/SIA forms, site layouts, single line diagrams, equipment datasheets, operation/protection philosophies; overseeing and managing interconnection timelines and schedule; reviewing CIA/SIA study reports; evaluating system upgrade costs; and negotiating connection agreements with ISOs and utilities.
• Monitor, review and report on new technologies, industry trends, regulatory changes, ISO energy market rules, and interconnection processes that impact the development and implementation of energy solutions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of industry standards such as IEEE, CSA, IEC, NERC, NESC, UL, NFPA, etc.
• Solid experience in preparing and filing electric utility interconnection applications.
• Experience supporting energy project development process through feasibility, design, construction, commissioning and operations phases.
• Demonstrated proficiency in building and maintaining collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Driver’s License
• Deep technical knowledge of energy generation and storage technologies space including but not limited to wind turbines, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, natural gas (NG) generators, combined heat & power plants, battery energy storage systems (BESS), geothermal systems, microgrids, etc.
• Effective presentation and communication skills in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small, and large groups, with customers, senior leadership team, peers, etc.
• Working knowledge of computer software programs such as CYME, ETAP, EASYPOWER, PSSE, PSCAD, PVsyst, AutoCAD, etc.
• A registered member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) in good standing.
• Significant experience in preparing electrical drawings and performing power systems studies.
• Knowledge of the electrical transmission and distribution systems and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in planning, prioritizing, and executing multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading projects and managing project budgets, strategic planning and developing proposals.
• Undergraduate Degree in Electrical Engineering, post-graduate degree an asset.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in engineering and interconnection of various energy resources such as wind energy systems, solar photovoltaic systems, natural gas generators, combined heat & power plants, energy storage systems, microgrids, etc.

Benefits

• 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.
• Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work. In-office presence is required two times per week to support team collaboration and business needs.
• Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can fully unplug outside of regular working hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 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:
• 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 opportunities for advancement.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance