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At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve.
We help to power your professional growth at every step of your engineering career. For those starting out, we provide the training and skills needed to achieve your P.Eng. designation, and for established engineers, our structured framework offers a clear, transparent pathways to intermediate and senior levels. Wherever you are in your career, there’s a path for growth ahead of you here.
As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.
We are seeking a Smart Grid Engineer, a strategic thinker who can take initiatives from concept to completion and engineer the way to a smart energy future.
Are you ready to make a difference in our community?
JOB SUMMARY
The Smart Grid Engineer is responsible for assessing, developing and enhancing new and existing technologies used to support the efficient operations of Hydro Ottawa’s distribution grid. This includes evaluating and supporting the development of new technology, methodologies, and related business processes for the purposes of enhancing reliability, durability and flexibility of the grid in order to maximize the return on investment of distribution assets. This role will need to leverage key relationships within the Chief Information Technology and the Chief Electricity Distribution divisions to successfully execute a variety of projects. This role will support grid technology section functions including project management, planning, and budgeting inputs.
This role assists in the development of advanced utility applications and supporting infrastructure used to control, monitor and analyze the distribution grid. There is significant emphasis on understanding the day-to-day operation of distribution grids and the role new technology plays. There is significant input into the strategic direction of smart grid technology deployment and the future needs of Hydro Ottawa’s customers. This role provides support and assistance for developing and updating standards and processes for materials, equipment, and design of supporting technology for the electric distribution system.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential responsibilities of the job include:
Identify and develop solutions that enhance the use of Grid Technology systems and applications
Provide technical support to the Grid Technology Support , stations, and distribution field staff
Evaluate and manage new Grid Technology projects
Create analysis work flows and associated business processes for the benefit of customer departments
Assist in setting strategic direction for Grid Technology systems and applications
Participate in the development of Hydro Ottawa’s smart grid roadmap
Support the development and use of data analytics to improve grid efficiency and maximize distribution asset life
Work co-operatively with other technology teams to enhance system and application functionality, availability, and security
Prepare budget briefs for projects and participate in overall budget and business planning processes
Provide input into system planning and distribution system standards and technology standards
Evaluate new technology, software, and equipment
Assist with managing and coordinating the successful completion of special projects as required
Special projects as required
Perform other duties as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Engineer, licensed or able to be licensed in the province of Ontario
Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably G Suite
Experience in an electric utility engineering environment considered an asset
Project Management and/or PMP Certification considered an asset
Experience with advanced grid applications (SCADA, ADMS, OMS, GIS) considered an asset
Knowledge of Fibre Optic communications technology (including planning and management considered an asset
Knowledge of wireless communications technology (LTE, fixed point-to-point, point-to-multipoint) considered an asset
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.
Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.
Ottawa, ON
This is a management group opportunity. The annual salary range for this position identified below depends on experience, education, and professional designation. Candidates selected for the pool may be offered a salary within this range if and when they are considered for a future vacancy.
$89,420.99
$134,130.81
July 28, 2026
Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
