48185 - Barrie - Regular - Ongoing

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.4 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

New Grad Program

Candidates selected for this position will be included in Hydro One's New Grad development program. Please apply to a maximum of 3 New Grad Positions of your choice.

Our New Graduate program reflects our long-term commitment to invest time and resources to build the best and brightest team. We are always on the lookout for individuals who have a passion for learning and are looking to build their career with Hydro One.

The two-year program offers a permanent position from Day 1, a combination of training and coaching, and the ability to rotate through several roles allowing New Grads to gain experience working on different projects and in different environments.

Program Eligibility

• You have graduated with your Bachelors Degree in 2022, 2023 or will graduate by May 2024
• Or, you are currently completing a Master’s degree in a related field, you are graduating by May 2024, and have a maximum of 1 year between completing your Bachelor’s degree and enrolling in your Master’s program.
• Good Academic Standing (A copy of your Official/Unofficial Transcript)
• Valid, permanent driver's license (Ontario Class G)

Operational Technology

The Information Services Division at Hydro One is responsible for information systems architecture, information security, project delivery and management of information. We help transform the business through more effective use of information and we do it by delivering innovation spanning business process, applications, integration, and technology.

We are seeking 2 Engineering New Grads within our Operational Technology team.

Engineers within Operational Technology (OT) at Hydro One Networks Inc. are engaged in a variety of challenging and exciting roles and responsibilities. OT is the intersection between traditional IT and Control System Engineering. OT Operations is responsible for software systems and related infrastructure that control Ontario’s electric power system. Engineers are charged with a variety of responsibilities that include automating existing processes, troubleshooting software process failures, specifying requirements for new software systems, supporting system upgrades, etc. A successful New Graduate in the OT Operations team would be an individual comfortable with challenging the status quo and driving innovation and new technology in the department.

In this role you will:

• Develop technical OT skills (networking, data processing, security, SCADA, etc.) as well as skills relevant to the utility sector (power flow analysis, contingency analysis, etc.)
• Learn emerging technologies and implement modern technical solutions
• Learn and implement DevOps principles relevant software development principles (CI/CD, Kubernetes, Kanban, etc)
• Learn SCADA systems and relevant protocols

Duties may include:

• Supporting critical software systems for Ontario’s electric power system
• Power system modelling & SCADA and controls engineering
• Development and maintenance of software tools & Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Supporting software system upgrades
• Software System Security & Networking and Infrastructure

What we look for:

• A self motivated individual with an aptitude to learn
• Strong Organizational Skills and a high attention to detail
• Interest in driving change and taking on new challenges
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Leadership skills gained through extracurricular activities or other experience in a dynamic team environment.

Job Requirements

• Must meet New Grad Program Eligibility Requirements
• A University undergraduate degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Software, Mechatronics, Chemical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field
• Previous Co-op/Internship experience in a relevant field and industry is considered an asset

How to Apply:

If you share our passion for safety, our customer service focus, and are ready to play a lead role in building a bright future, we would love to hear from you!

Documents to Include (Mandatory)

• Resume
• A copy of your most recent Transcript (Official/Unofficial)

Candidates selected for this position will be included in Hydro One's New Grad training and development program. Over the course of this two-year program you will have the opportunity to rotate through several jobs allowing you to gain experience working on different projects and in different environments. In addition, you will be provided with a range of technical and non-technical training.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2023.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com . Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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