Assistant Distribution System Planner

51235 - Toronto - Temporary - 6 Months 

Hiring salary range: $3,478.00 - $4,970.00 / Bi-weekly

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 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!

General Accountabilities:

• Conduct planning studies/assessments to develop solutions to manage capacity and reliability for safe and secure operation of the distribution system.

• Participate and develop products related to Distribution Asset Management.

• Assist Distribution Asset Management in setting overall policy and direction for managing Hydro One’s distribution assets.

• Assist in the conduct of operations research, technical / economic /environmental / business / regulatory impact assessments and other specialized studies to determine distribution customer/system needs.

• Prepare work specifications and contracts, and provide necessary technical support to service providers.

• Assist in the development of business plans, budgets and regulatory submissions.

• Maintain an awareness of advancing technology developments related to distribution assets.

• Work with others as required, assist in resolution of work problems and train new staff in job responsibilities.

• Participate in professional development training in other departments or divisions across the company.

• Work with distribution customers in defining their requirements for new and upgraded connections.

• Help preparing evidence related to asset plans, programs &processes required for regulatory rate hearings, leave to construct applications, Environmental Assessment proceedings or other OEB hearings.

• Conduct customer impact assessments for new connections; represent Hydro One in the development of reliability standards.

• Conduct power system analysis studies using sophisticated computer software packages.

• Perform other duties as required.

Selection Criteria:

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications:

• A graduate in electrical engineering or equivalent from a recognized university with electric power system options.

• Must have detailed knowledge of electrical theory and principles underlying the design of electrical power systems and their protection and control systems.

• Requires mathematics, information technology, analytical studies related to the application, design and performance of the transmission/distribution system.

• Familiar with Microsoft office and web-based programs and databases. Proficiency in computer programming is an asset.

Essential Competencies:

• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated team player, organization and planning skills; ability to work in a project environment, interfacing with experts, as well as customers, field staff and the project leader.

• Willingness to travel to field locations and customer sites.

• Up to of four years of related experience to acquire the necessary qualifications.

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 2026. 

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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Deadline: February 17, 2026

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. For management roles, compensation is based on the principle of pay-for performance compensation philosophy, and the amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms). We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.