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About the role

  • Distribution Planning Engineer supporting Ontario utilities with load forecasting, protection studies, and system planning. Developing models and construction plans to modernize grid infrastructure and improve reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Perform distribution planning studies, including load flow, voltage analysis, contingency analysis, capacity assessments, and system reliability evaluations
  • Support long-term distribution system plans and identify infrastructure improvements required to support forecasted load growth
  • Assist with utility construction work plans, capital improvement plans, and system reinforcement programs
  • Perform arc flash studies, protection coordination studies, and fault current analyses
  • Develop and maintain distribution system models using CYME, Synergi, WindMil, ASPEN, or similar platforms
  • Support load forecasting and system capacity analysis efforts
  • Coordinate with distribution design, substation, protection, data solutions, and operations teams
  • Support client-facing project work, including technical discussions, study reviews, and engineering deliverables
  • Help utilities improve reliability, safety, and system performance

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in electric utility or distribution planning
  • Experience with distribution modeling and engineering analysis tools (e.g. CYME, Synergi, ASPEN, WindMil, ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, CAPE, PSS/E, PSCAD)
  • Familiarity with load flow analysis, voltage studies, fault current analysis, reliability studies, or protection coordination
  • Strong analytical, organization, and communication skills
  • Ability to travel up to 5% as required to support clients and projects
  • EIT or ability to obtain
  • Experience supporting distribution planning studies, construction work plans, or capital planning initiatives
  • Familiarity with load forecasting tools such as LoadSEER
  • Exposure to arc flash studies and protective device coordination
  • Experience with data analysis, automation, or scripting tools
  • Exposure to grid modernization, reliability improvement, or asset management initiatives

Benefits

  • Supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Retirement program with a company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

CA$95,000 - CA$115,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Flash

Location requirements

RemoteCanada

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