Distribution Engineer | Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc.

Job Description

Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc is an electrical utility committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers. Our parent company, Greater Sudbury Utilities Inc. is a diversified, community-owned corporation focused on service excellence.

We are currently seeking a Distribution Engineer to join our team. This is a non-union position based in Sudbury, Ontario. Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, you will play a critical role in the development and maintenance of distribution design and construction standards, as well as distribution equipment specifications.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Distribution system short-term and long-term growth and betterment planning.


• Assist in load flow and loss optimization analysis, fault level studies and fuse/relay coordination.


• Prepare reports to regulatory bodies such as the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) and the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) on matters pertaining to distribution system reliability, maintenance, and safety compliance.


• Support the development of planning, operating, maintenance and capital expenditure budgets for the distribution system.

The successful applicant must possess the following qualifications:

• A four-year University degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent by the Professional Engineers Ontario.


• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.


• Five years of experience working with utility distribution systems.


• A valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence is required.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a vital service in our community. Discover life in Sudbury, Northern Ontario’s largest city. Come work and live in a vibrant, welcoming community surrounded by 330 lakes and nature’s beauty. With affordable housing, short commutes with year-round recreational opportunities like hiking, fishing, skiing, mountain biking, boating and so much more. Whether you are looking to raise a family, advance your career or enjoy an active lifestyle, Sudbury is a place where you can thrive – personally and professionally.

Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc. offers a comprehensive benefit package, participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, ongoing training and support with a salary range of $114,000 to $124,000.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

jobposting@gsuinc.ca

GSU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by GSU, please advise if you require an accommodation.