Embedded engineer Jobs in Old toronto, ON

Expected Salary Range: $104097 - $146959 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay: 8%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering, the Engineer provides a wide range of engineering support services that will ensure technical soundness, reliability, safety and cost effectiveness of the utility and its Electrical Distribution Power System. The Engineer will support distribution system planning, long term capacity planning and customer connections. This involves being responsible for short-term and long term planning of distribution system, working with customers in the connection process and developing the Toronto Hydro Demand Load Forecast that reflect among other things, the long-term impact of electrification and DER penetration into the Toronto Hydro grid.

The successful incumbent will utilize various planning and load forecasting inputs from vehicle and transit electrification, Distributed Energy Resources, Demand Response initiatives as well as Grid Modernization to sequence infrastructure investments to prepare the Toronto Hydro grid for the future.

This posting is to fill one (1) position, which is an existing vacancy. Toronto Hydro reserves the right, in alignment with the applicable collective agreement, to finalize the number of positions filled.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform short‑term and long‑term distribution system planning studies to assess system capacity, performance, and reliability
• Evaluate impacts of load growth, electrification, DERs, and customer connections on distribution feeders and stations
• Develop long term distribution system/feeder load forecast; conduct and analyze technical and economic planning to identify long term distribution system requirements supplying the load reliably and efficiently
• Conduct technical analysis like capacity assessments and cost estimates
• Stay abreast of trends and technical innovations that result in potential business development opportunities
• Liaise with customers, developers, technical consultants, and internal stakeholders to support connection conversations and long term investment planning
• Respond to technical requests and inquiries on Toronto Hydro’s Conditions of Service while seeking support from other business units as necessary
• Translate customer requirements to internal stakeholders to provide an accurate description of customer needs to the organization
• Support Integrated Planning & Portfolio Reporting (IPPR) activities
• Act as a reliable point of contact to address technical customer inquiries
• Provide informed support or leadership on strategic technical projects.
• Contributes in short and long term strategic planning
• Responsible for the timely, technically accurate and cost-effective application of engineering practices
• Compares alternatives based on cost/benefit considerations, customer needs, safety, statistical analysis and engineering principles, and recommends the optimum solution
• Manage relationships with inter-organizational business units and external customers as required
• May be called upon to act as a team or project leader

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred)
• Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario
• 4+ years of relevant experience in supporting Engineering or System Planning, with data analytics (including scenario‑based forecasting) for energy or utility networks
• Experience with advanced analytics on large, complex datasets, including data linkage, processing, and preparation to support predictive modeling and forecasting
• Experience using Python for data analysis, automation, and predictive modeling, with supporting experience in database manipulation and data integration using SQL or similar tools, is considered an asset
• Experience with Alteryx and Tableau is an asset
• Experience within the electrical utility industry, electrical/technical consulting industry, is considered an asset
• Electrical distribution system planning and/or design experience is preferred
• Experience with power system analysis tools (CYME) is considered as asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective skills in project management operations, budgeting, business process and productivity improvements
• Self-motivated, operates with a high degree of independence and can visualize possibilities and opportunities
• Aptitude and experience in adapting to, managing and facilitating change, willing to challenge the status quo
• Proven effective problem-solving and analytical ability
• Proven conflict resolution skills
• Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to predict and understand technological trends and their effect on business or strategic work plans Demonstrated knowledge of relevant safety and environmental legislation and regulations

TOTAL REWARDS:

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:

• 100% employer paid Health & Dental benefits
• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare
• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability
• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)
• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

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Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency.

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email hr_talent@torontohydro.com or call (416) 542-8000. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.