Engineer, Renewable Energy Programs

Job title: Engineer, Renewable Energy Programs

Company: Toronto Transit Commission

Job description: JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11597
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Renewable Energy Programs (20001213) – Renewable Energy Engineering (30000566)
Salary Information: $96,460.00 – $120,611.40
Pay Scale Group: 09SA (CAN/S/J/09SA)
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
Weekly Hours: 35, Off Days: Saturday, Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: July 30, 2025
Last Day to Apply: August 13, 2025
Reports to: Manager, Renewable Energy EngineeringThe Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America’s third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan – Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.The full Plan canCareer OpportunityLooking for a new and exciting opportunity? We are looking for an Engineer to join our Renewable Energy Programs team! As part of the renewable energy engineering team, you will be helping to make the TTC’s net zero transition as success.What You Will DoReporting to the Manager, Renewable Energy Engineering, you will provide technical review of the development and implementation of REP projects.Other responsibilities of your role will include:

• Reviewing technical reports, design packages, shop drawings, test results, etc.
• Investigating failures with the Renewable Energy Programs staff and other TTC stakeholders/experts
• Reviewing existing operating procedures, test plans, and maintenance plans and recommending changes to maintain adequate safety and quality risks in light of new REP systems
• Developing new operating procedures, test plans, and maintenance plans for novel REP systems
• Reviewing and providing input to operational safety plans, and working with TTC safety/operations departments to ensure compliance monitoring
• Identifying technical risks and reviewing proposed risk responses
• Preparing or reviewing cost estimates (CAPEX and/or OPEX)
• Coordinating technical projects with other TTC teams and external system providers
• Witnessing major equipment or system testing for quality assurance and ensuring equipment/systems meet TTC requirements

As a TTC employee, you will demonstrate behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. You will help to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies. You will also participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.What Skills Do You Bring?

• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the design and/or construction of EV charging, solar, battery storage or related fields
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Apply analytical skills
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Use office technology, software and applications

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background will consist of the completion of a university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Electrical Engineering) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Your application will reveal that you are Registered as a licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario which is mandatory.
• Your application will demonstrate your experience in the design of critical industrial infrastructure.
• Your application will also reveal your working knowledge of the engineering practices and principals of critical industrial electrical distribution systems.
• You will be familiar with design, system assurance (e.g. reliability, availability, maintainability, safety), formal requirements capture and traceability, and interface management.
• You will have knowledge of government and safety regulations, legislation, procedures and standards applicable to complex electrical distribution systems and power generation systems in Ontario.
• Additionally, you will have working knowledge of project management principles, methods and practices with the ability to carry out and/or coordinate small projects and studies.
• In this role, your excellent organizational, research, design and technical writing skills will be invaluable.
• You will have sound judgement, strong analytical and problem-solving skills in addition to effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• You will be proficient with computers and typical business software, including MS Office applications.
• Your proficiency with CAD systems including AutoCAD and MicroStation will be considered an asset.
• Lastly, your proficiency with software-based data analysis (preferably with Python) will also be considered an asset.

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 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 EDIThe 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.

Expected salary: $96460 – 120611.4 per year

Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:39:56 GMT

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