Electrical and Computer Engineering co-op Fall 2024

49486 - Barrie - Temporary - 12 months 

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!

The role is to support members of operating assessment and technical support team within system operations division. The DX support team provides real time operating engineering support and utilizes Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) as an application for performing Operating Assessment studies. The role requires the candidate to validate the power applications in ADMS, perform data analysis, create auditing tools and to assist with various software testing and support team members in day to day activities.

The successful candidate will be performing but not limited to the following activities:

• Support the safe and reliable operation of the Advance Distribution Management System (ADMS) and its power applications.
• Assist in the development of computer applications for departmental systems and records, collaborating with internal or external computing services and data centres in the development and operation of such applications, as required.
• Assist in SharePoint monitoring and updating.
• Aid and facilitate the Entry and extraction of data to/from various computer applications using computer and programming skills.
• Assist in providing engineering support to the development of operating Instructions as well as job aid documents and reports.
• Proficiently use Hydro One information system tools such as PCMIS, Infobase, GIS, ORMS etc.
• Prepare various monthly and weekly reports relative to performance, productivity, operations and control or the department.
• Assist as required in preparing and conducting formal presentations/ meetings.

This job will provide you following professional development: 

• Understanding of Hydro One Distribution System 
• Exposure to Advance Network Management System (ADMS) used to operate and control Hydro One medium voltage distribution system
• Learning time management skills
• Problem Solving and Decision Making

Selection Criteria:

• Academic Program: Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• Academic Year: Completion of 3rd year required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate. Only applications submitted via Hydro One's career page will be accepted.  

If you are an international student, please ensure you have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN).  Speak with your school’s career centre if you have any questions about acquiring this documentation.

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 2024.

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.

Deadline: 20 May 2024

**Please note that students are to apply to a maximum of 3 co-op positions per term. 

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