Manager, Solution Design

General Accountabilities:

• Supports Hydro One in making strategic decisions through technical analysis, business case development, solution design, and impactful communication. 

• With moderate instruction and guidance, performs error-free and insightful research, technical analysis, and project coordination that supports Strategy & Innovation projects. 

• Applies understanding of key technical and business drivers to develop conceptual designs, evaluate project feasibility, and support investment decisions. 

• Explains and presents complex information in a straightforward way by developing and delivering communications materials for senior executives up to the CEO and Board of Directors level. 

• Stays on top of key market developments (technology, regulation, M&A, customer needs, etc.) within the Power & Utility and wider Electricity/Energy industry that may be relevant to Hydro One. 

• Based on experience, contributes technical advice and insights to projects. 

• Supports the analysis and preparation of communications materials for budget requests. 

• Responds to a variety of internal and/or external requests, many of which will not be standard and will require advanced problem-solving approaches. 

• Performs project coordination activities, including managing technical inputs, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and supporting project execution through key milestones. 

• Supports customer-facing discussions by translating business requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions. 

• Actively seeks mentorship and learning to improve product, technical knowledge, and skill set. 

Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, finance, business, or a related field. Additional specialized education, including a master’s degree (specifically an MBA) or equivalent, is beneficial. 

• Two to four years of experience in the Electricity Industry (Power & Utilities, Renewables, etc.); other experience in related industries such as Oil & Gas and Mining will be considered. 

• Two or more years of experience developing and evaluating technical solutions, business cases, or strategic models in an asset- or capital-intensive industry (preferably Electricity but others will be considered). 

• Experience in customer-facing technical roles, project management, or solution development is considered an asset. 

• Strong proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint. 

• Understanding of electricity industry concepts and distributed energy resources, including fleet electrification, renewable energy, and energy storage technologies. 

• Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skill set. 

• An innovative and creative mindset, open to looking at things differently and creating value where it may not first appear obvious. 

• A strong passion for the Electricity industry and a desire to be part of the myriad changes occurring within it (new technology, regulation, government goals, etc.). 

• Ability to interact effectively with Senior Management. 

Essential Competencies:

• Strong technical, operational, and analytical capabilities. 

• Highly collaborative work style in working with highly skilled staff (both technical and financial) using influence skills rather than formal reporting authority. 

• Flexible, fast learner that can come up to speed on a problem in an unfamiliar area to start adding value quickly. 

• Ability to translate customer requirements into practical and scalable technical solutions. 

• Ability to handle significant variations in workload in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong communication skills in presentation development, oral communication, and technical documentation. 

• Well organized, works well independently and in team settings. 

• Possesses good time-management skills and is able to work effectively under pressure.