Elexicon Energy | Distribution Engineer - Standards and System Studies

DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER – STANDARDS AND SYSTEM STUDIES (1 Permanent Opening)

Elexicon Energy is the fourth largest municipally owned electricity distributor in Ontario. Our mission is to provide our customers with reliable, affordable energy services and to continuously improve to meet their needs, while ensuring the needs of our shareholders are met through sustainable growth.

DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER – STANDARDS AND SYSTEM STUDIES (1 Permanent Opening)

Posting deadline: November 12, 2026

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Elexicon Energy we believe in living and leading our values through our daily actions. Our people are passionate about what they do and are engaged in day-to-day operations, projects, and initiatives to support Our Why of empowering the communities we serve and helping customers create the possibilities that energize their future. This is an exciting time to join our growing team as we develop the strategies and plans to support a new brand and vision for customer centricity and operational excellence!

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Supervisor, Standards & Studies the Distribution Engineer will play a key role in the day-to-day operations, projects and initiatives that will support Elexicon’s vision of empowering the communities we serve and help customers seize opportunities to ignite a better future.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Introduce, review, and approve new major and non-major equipment and drawings to be used in Elexicon Energy’s distribution system for construction purposes based on type test reports and technical standards.
• Introduce, review, and approve standards and specifications, perform engineering analyses, and determine solutions affecting the electric distribution system to properly serve new loads.
• Introduce, review, and approve technical processes, policies, and procedures for engineering, planning, and construction.
• Review customer equipment connected to the Elexicon distribution system to ensure it meets Elexicon’s requirements.
• Participate in Elexicon’s standards committee discussions to develop and approve new and innovative standards and/ or products.
• Ensure compliance with CSA, ESA, and Ontario electrical distribution safety regulation 22/04.
• Track and report Elexicon reliability and service quality metrics such as SAIDI/ SAIFI/ CAIDI FESI/ Worst Performing Feeders, Major Event Days, and Loss of Supply.
• Perform root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions on failure/incident, and prepare equipment failure analysis and investigation reports.
• Maintain accurate records of historic outage data and information and prepare reliability reports by analyzing the data to improve distribution system reliability.
• Responsible for diagnosing and assessing information from automation devices in order to determine the root cause of distribution system faults and abnormalities.
• Responsible for providing engineering support for the interconnection of customer Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) from the preliminary assessment phase through to commissioning. This includes conducting engineering feasibility studies, performing Connection Impact Assessments (CIAs), reviewing technical documentation, and coordinating with customers, vendors, Hydro One, and the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), as required.
• Maintain and update DER-related documentation, including application forms, checklists, technical guidelines, and commissioning requirements, to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and industry standards established by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) and other applicable governing bodies.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate distribution system model data records and creating an equipment database to perform various engineering calculations using engineering analysis software.
• Participate in a continuous learning manner with respect to new and emerging electric distribution system grid technologies with positive operation impacts, including all technologies associated with the smart grid.

KEY SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced knowledge of power system concepts along with practical experience in distribution and station-related assets
• Experience with distribution network reliability and power quality standards and reporting requirements
• Experience with root cause analysis, failure reporting, analysis, and developing corrective action.
• Experience with technical interconnection requirements for distributed energy resources (DERs), and/ or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Experiences with protections and controls (P&C)
• Experience with power system tools such as CYME, EMTP, etc.
• Experience in preparing technical reports, regulatory evidence, and presentations as required by the Manager.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, etc.) and Computer Assisted Design (CAD) systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Knowledge of GIS systems.
• Knowledge of utility-related construction practices.
• Knowledge of Ontario Regulation 22/04.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Well-developed project management skills
• Strong stakeholder and change management skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a post-secondary university degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in Electrical Power Systems.
• Must be licensed with PEO as a P. Eng in Ontario or working towards getting a P.Eng. in Ontario
• 3 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class G driver’s license with a good driving record.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to visit our Elexicon Energy Career page and apply through the portal at https://elexiconenergy.com/careers.

We thank you for taking the time to apply with Elexicon Energy. Successful candidates who meet the qualifications and experience for the position will be contacted for an interview. Please note that accommodations can be provided upon request via email at [email protected].

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, EQUITY, AND BELONGING:

Elexicon Energy embraces and celebrates our collective diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace built on respect, support and collaboration.

Elexicon Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace which truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome all individuals to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, Indigenous/Métis status, or other legally protected status.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation is available upon request at any point during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work to meet your needs.