Alectra Utilities

Engineer, Distributed Energy Solutions

Vaughan, ON

About This Job

Vaughan

Hybrid

35 hours per week

Spark Your Potential, Ignite Your Future!

At Alectra, we’re not just about powering communities; we’re about empowering our people. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.

Join Alectra as an Engineer, Distributed Energy Solutions where you will be responsible for supporting the distributed energy solutions (DES) development team through performing engineering and technical analysis, preliminary engineering design, and supporting the implementation and interconnection of various energy solutions such as wind energy systems, solar photovoltaic systems, natural gas generators, combined heat & power plants, energy storage systems, geothermal systems, microgrids, etc.

What you’ll do

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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.

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Provide technical analysis and preliminary conceptual design of energy solutions to support proposals in response to client’s RFPs.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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Provide technical oversight of EPC contractor teams, engineers and technical staff responsible for implementing projects through various phases of design and construction.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Retain strategic relationships with key stakeholders including ISOs, utilities, suppliers, contractors, and consultants.

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Participate in relevant industry and government work groups and conferences to share knowledge, enhance brand awareness, and form potential partnerships.

Corporate Values and Conduct: Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra’s core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives

Who you are

Education & Specialized Knowledge

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Undergraduate Degree in Electrical Engineering, post-graduate degree an asset.

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A registered member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) in good standing.

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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.

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Knowledge of the electrical transmission and distribution systems and regulatory environment.

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Knowledge of industry standards such as IEEE, CSA, IEC, NERC, NESC, UL, NFPA, etc.

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Working knowledge of computer software programs such as CYME, ETAP, EASYPOWER, PSSE, PSCAD, PVsyst, AutoCAD, etc.

Experience

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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.

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Significant experience in preparing electrical drawings and performing power systems studies.

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Solid experience in preparing and filing electric utility interconnection applications.

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Experience supporting energy project development process through feasibility, design, construction, commissioning and operations phases.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

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Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues

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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.

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Demonstrated proficiency in leading projects and managing project budgets, strategic planning and developing proposals.

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Demonstrated proficiency in planning, prioritizing, and executing multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines.

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Demonstrated proficiency in building and maintaining collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

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Driver’s License

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Where you will work

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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.

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

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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.

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We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and opportunities for advancement.

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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:

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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.

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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.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team,

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact peopleservices@alectrautilities.com . We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.