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JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9618

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Renewable Energy Programs (20001213) - Renewable Energy Engineering (30000566)

Salary Information: $83,192.20 - $104,013.00

Pay Scale Group: 8SA

Employment Type: Regular

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

Posted On: June 18, 2024

Last Day to Apply: June 26, 2024

Reports to: Manager, Renewable Energy Engineering

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."

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).
• 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.

What Skills Do You Bring

• Apply analytical skills
• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Gather information and conduct research
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Completion of a 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.
• 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 considered as an asset.
• Your application will reveal comprehensive knowledge of critical industrial electrical distribution systems.
• Your application will also reveal 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.
• Your 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 the 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.