Description

About the job

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 10212

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Engineering (20000108) - Electrical & Power Design (30000234)

Salary Information: $105,541.80 - $131,986.40

Pay Scale Group: 10SA

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday/Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: October 30, 2024

Last Day to Apply: November 12, 2024

Reports to: Chief Engineer - Electrical

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

Come join our team at this exciting time and apply for the Senior Engineer, Power position!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Chief Engineer – Electrical, this position is responsible for preparing conceptual and final traction power electrical engineering designs for transit structures and facilities. The incumbent instructs, indirectly supervises, directs and co-ordinates the work of Design Engineers, Engineering Technologists, and Design Draftspersons preparing electrical drawings and specifications for contract documents; conducts or supervises investigations and studies; plans, manages and co-ordinates projects; directs and reviews the work of outside consultants; supervises the production of Standard Drawings; supervises and performs field review and shop drawing reviews; takes professional responsibility for designs as required by Professional Engineers Ontario; represents the section on development reviews, and assists with the day to day management and supervision of the Electrical & Power Design section. The incumbent demonstrates behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and helps to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies. Participates in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Must be computer literate with a good working knowledge of personal computers and computerized applications related to the work including familiarization with CADD MicroStation.
• Must possess sound judgment plus excellent technical, analytical, problem solving, project management, interpersonal, verbal communication, and engineering report-writing skills.
• Must have the ability to carry out and/or co-ordinate projects and knowledge of electrical traction power and substation systems.
• Experience specifying, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning electrical systems.
• Experience working with and coordinating with other engineering and architectural disciplines.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• A university degree in Electrical Engineering or the equivalent combined with extensive directly related work experience in a multidisciplinary design environment.
• Must be licensed to practice as a professional Engineer in Ontario and registration with Professional Engineers Ontario is mandatory.
• Requires a sound knowledge of electrical engineering principles, methods, and practices plus a strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices.
• Must have strong working knowledge of the electrical traction power equipment, transformers, AC and DC switchgear, rectifier transformers, protection coordination, rectifiers, equipment fault protection, control, annunciation, fire protection, lighting, emergency power, power distribution systems, associated equipment and systems with specific knowledge of their application to the Commission’s traction power and substation facilities.
• Must have a strong knowledge of applicable codes/practices/standards including the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Ontario Building Code, Canadian Standards Association applicable electrical standards, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and how they relate to Commission’s electrical equipment, substations, and traction power systems.

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.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.