Electric Distribution Systems Manager of Assets & Design

Electric Distribution Systems Manager of Assets & Design

Lakefront Utility Services Inc. (LUSI) is currently searching for a highly motivated, results oriented individual for the position of Electric Distribution Systems Manager of Assets & Design. Reporting to the President, this position will have responsibility for managing the planning, design, records, operation, construction and metering of the electric distribution system and will ensure that all work is in accordance with the OEB, IESO, ESA, MOE, Measurement Canada and the policies and procedures set out by LUSI.

Overall Responsibilities

• Design of distribution system expansions, connections and rebuilds, including the creation of project cost estimates, service confirmations, work order drawings, tenders, RFPs, and material lists.
• Establish capital budgets and collaborate with the Manager of Electric Operations on schedules for system expansions, connections, enhancements, etc.
• Establish and maintain construction and material standards and specifications for the electric distribution system.
• Asset management, system improvements, preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Develop in conjunction with the electrical engineer, long range planning studies, including research of load growth patterns, load projection guidelines for new development and the review of contingency plans to restore service under emergency conditions.
• Manage the electric metering assets and daily operations which includes maintaining and prioritizing work plans for meter re-verification, new meter installs, meter communication issues, electronic meter programming, records, etc.
• Manage the operation, updating and maintenance of the electric distribution’s GIS and SCADA systems.
• Prepare for and participate in the ESA 22/04 annual audit
• Investigate new technologies as required to enhance the distribution system and provide recommendations.
• Overall management of fleet and related equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Possess a University or College education in electrical engineering discipline.
• Require a designation as a Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist (P.Eng., CET).
• A minimum of ten years of electrical engineering experience in an electric distribution utility environment
• Possess an in-depth knowledge of an electric utility and the Distribution System Code, specifically with respect to the design of overhead and underground distribution systems and metering systems.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with desktop software applications and knowledge of GIS, SCADA, OMS and AMI software systems.
• An ability to manage effectively in a team environment and to coordinate multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Must possess a valid class G driver’s license in good standing.

This is a non-union position and salary is commensurable with qualifications and experience. We offer an excellent working environment, competitive compensation and benefit package, pension plan and opportunities for development. Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, by 4:30 p.m. on May 22, 2017 to the attention of Human Resources, 207 Division Street, PO Box 577, Cobourg, ON, K9A 4L3 or by email to hr@lusi.on.ca We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

May 5, 2017