Engineering Technologist, Renewable Energy Programs

Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for an Engineering Technologist to join our Renewable Energy Programs team! As part of the renewable energy engineering team, you will help make TTC’s net zero transition a success.

What You Will Do

You will be reporting to the Manager, Renewable Energy Engineering, and you will be responsible for providing general technical quality assurance for the TTC’s Renewable Energy Programs Department (REP).

This involves the following:

• You will perform technical oversight of both capital projects and operations through document reviews, planning and witnessing tests, assisting in troubleshooting and problem solving and other similar tasks, and the work will generally involve the oversight of service providers.
• You will be responsible to confirm that system provider performs preventative maintenance in accordance with agreed-to plans and TTC policies.
• You will review test plans and results, root cause analysis, recommended repair plans, etc. for soundness, economy and potential impact to TTC operations.
• You will assist or perform investigations into failures or performance issues.
• You will liaise with garage/TTC operating stakeholders address system performance issues.
• You will provide input to and reviewing operational safety plan.
• You will respond to emergencies and coordinating with Emergency Response Commander (ERC) as outlined in emergency plans during station emergencies; providing technical support for the safe and prompt restoration of service in conjunction with other TTC personnel and outside agencies including the system provider.
• You will also be responsible to assist or perform cost and schedule estimation, minor project management, identifying risks and project dependencies, and providing general support to Innovation and Sustainability projects. You may also act as part of a team to deliver internal TTC projects.

As a TTC employee you are responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (if applicable and within their area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service provider and an employer and you will also be participating in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Your education will consist of a completed post-secondary college diploma or university degree in the field of electrical engineering technology, with specific knowledge in the areas of electrical distribution, renewable power and/or vehicle charging systems and/or other power electronics, communications systems, and working with SCADA systems; in combination with several years of directly related work experience.
• An O.A.C.E.T.T. certification as an Engineering Technologist is considered as an asset.
• Registration with PEO (as E.I.T. or P. Eng.) is also considered as an asset.
• Your application will reveal comprehensive knowledge of critical industrial electrical distribution systems.
• Your application will also demonstrate working knowledge of modern supervisory control software practices.
• You must have working knowledge of quality assurance principals (e.g. reliability, availability, maintainability, safety) and the ability to diagnose and correct system problems.
• You must also have knowledge of government and safety regulations, legislation, procedures and standards applicable complex electrical distribution systems and power generation systems in Ontario.
• Your application will reveal excellent organizational, research, design and technical writing skills.
• Your experience, and working knowledge of heavy vehicle charging systems, is a definite asset.
• Your experience, and working knowledge of microgrids (e.g. the integration of renewable energy such as solar, BESS, etc. and dispatchable loads into existing electrical systems) is also a definite asset.
• Demonstrated project-based experience with charging systems and/or microgrids/microgrid components is an asset
• Your knowledge of Ontario’s energy market including pricing schemes, incentives and market participation is an asset.
• Your application must also reveal proficiency with CAD systems including AutoCAD and MicroStation
• You must also be proficient with software based data analysis, preferably with Python.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.