Technical Standards Engineer

About the position

Hydro Ottawa is seeking a Technical Standards Engineer, a strategic thinker who can take initiatives from concept to completion and engineer the way to a smart energy future. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining Hydro Ottawa’s technical standards, specifications, procedures, policies, standard work methods and training materials to support distribution activities and customer connections. The Technical Standards Engineer evaluates technical deviations for necessity and adherence to industry standards, reviews designs and specifications for complex and high impact projects, and provides expert guidance across internal business units and external committees.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain technical policies, standards, specifications, and procedures for the distribution system.
  • Support Operations in the development of standard work methods.
  • Administer technical documents, initiating reviews prior to re-affirmation dates.
  • Evaluate and approve technical standards and deviations within the established technical signing authority procedure.
  • Provide technical support and assistance to internal teams in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the distribution system.
  • Provide technical support and recommendations for Conditions of Service, external utility/municipal circulations, road authority and third party attachments to internal staff, the City, other utilities, and external standards committee(s).
  • Oversee internal Standards Committees, technically and administratively within their mandate, and chair these committees as required.
  • Represent Hydro Ottawa on industry committees, working groups, and conferences to stay aligned with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
  • Provide technical support in the creation, review and recommendation of changes to agreements and legal documents related to the distribution system.
  • Support the analysis of equipment failures by providing technical expertise to investigate equipment issues, and recommend systemic distribution improvements.
  • Inspect projects and field installations to improve processes, and assess equipment and materials.
  • Provide technical support on the development and delivery of Health, Safety, and Environment programs in partnership with Health, Safety and Environment teams.
  • Develop and deliver technical training material that relates to this position’s responsibilities.
  • Assist with divisional response and support for the Electrical Safety Authority O.Reg. 22/04 and International Standards Organization certifications.
  • Participate in Hydro Ottawa’s Electricity Emergency Response Program (EERP) including potential after-hours and/or on-call responsibilities, as required.
  • Lead special projects and perform other duties as required.

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited university
  • Licensed Professional Engineer, or able to be licensed in the province of Ontario
  • Demonstrated knowledge of National Standards and Codes that apply to substations and distribution systems
  • Strong time management and communication skills required
  • Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably Google Workspace
  • Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice-to-haves

  • Project Management skills considered an asset
  • Experience in Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement frameworks considered an asset
  • Experience in an electric utility and/or utility standards environment considered an asset
  • Experience with utility modeling software such as Cyme, SAG10, and SpidaCalc considered an asset
  • English essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset

Benefits

  • We help to power the 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.
  • Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model.
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