Posting Period: 16-Oct-2024 to 06-Nov-2024

Major Responsibilities:

• Administers, prepares, co-ordinates requirements and reviews designs, reports, specifications and any documentation related to Toronto Water projects, and Operation and Maintenance activities, using various software applications.

• Prepares tenders and administers contracts for the installation, construction and rehabilitation of municipal infrastructure to ensure contracts are carried out in accordance with City standards, specifications and procedures.

• Conducts surveys, investigations, and studies for a variety of planned proposals, programs, and projects pertaining to water and wastewater infrastructure.

• Conducts field  inspections and evaluates condition of assets for a variety of Toronto Water related projects, proposals, and programs; Assists or carries out technical work for the planning, design, tendering, construction and inspection of municipal infrastructure.

• Assists with the preparation of budget and tracking of expenditures.

• Leads projects and directs staff on projects.

• Prepares drafts of documents, contracts, specifications and agreements for the Engineers, or Supervisor.

• Programs, operates and maintains a variety of digital, analogue, wireless,  computerized and other equipment and systems in performing surveys, drafting, calculations, diagnostics, repairs, studies, etc.

• Develops, maintains and monitors programs and systems.

• Performs design and drafting work and prepares and checks map data and products using Computer Assistant Design and Drawing (CADD) input information.

• Checks and provides progress/inspection reports on the work of contractors and developers to ensure use of safety equipment, adherence to approved designs, procedures, regulations, statutes, specifications etc.

• Performs and/or monitors tests and submits results for analysis.

• Liaises with Utility companies, developers, public, contractors, internal stakeholders etc. at meetings, to resolve problems etc.

• Prepares training course materials and conducts training courses and demonstrations for relevant users.  Trains and directs the work of staff.

• Performs and/or reviews research and calculations. Analyzes technical data.

• Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public, surveyors, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders related to Toronto Water projects, programs, and proposals.

• Prepares, reads and interpret technical drawings.

• Searches, evaluates and analyzes existing records, notes and plans.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Completion of a Civil Engineering Technologist Program from a recognized College or equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Considerable experience in Civil Engineering including practical experience with installation and/or rehabilitation of municipal infrastructure.

3. Considerable experience in providing customer service to a broad range of stakeholders.

4. Experience in the operation of CADD (e.g. Microstation ) and GIS (e.g. ArcView)

You must also have:

• Must possess a Class "G" or better Driver's License valid in the province of Ontario and able to maintain same and provide a personal vehicle.

• Advanced knowledge of a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Visio), geospatial data and mapping applications and mainframe systems such as, but not limited to: Hansen, SAP, ArcGIS and GIS viewer.

• Knowledge and understanding of Municipal Civil Engineering principles, practices and construction methods related to hydrology, hydraulics, storm water management, water efficiency/conservation; and permanent restoration of transportation infrastructure.

• The ability to interpret engineering drawings and documents, e.g. plans and profiles, surveys, Specifications, etc.

• Knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations, statutes, standards and practices (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Underground Infrastructure Notification System Act 2012, Safe Water Drinking Act , Construction Act , Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications and Drawings , City of Toronto Water Supply and Sewers bylaws).

• Demonstrated ability to perform manual and computerized mathematical calculations used in engineering analysis.

• Knowledge of and experience with procurement and purchasing procedures and the preparation and administration of construction contracts, Requests for Tender, Requests for Quotations, Requests for Proposals.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with consultants, contractors, colleagues and other City employees at all levels and members of the public.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, at all organizational levels.

• Advanced problem solving, project coordination skills and the ability to exercise independent judgement in dealing with technical matters.

• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize and work with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to other staff.

Assets:

• Understanding of continuous improvement processes and practices (e.g. Lean-Six Sigma and/or project management certification would be an asset).

• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists would be an asset. 

• Posting Period: 03-Oct-2024 to 17-Oct-2024

the field, corporate policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government. Equipped with this up-to-date knowledge, you’ll provide technical advice, reviews and expertise, and utilize standard engineering principles and practices to assist in the operation, development and maintenance of the Division’s programs, facilities and equipment. The Division will also rely on you to prepare engineering analyses, as well as evaluate and recommend new systems, work procedures and technologies with the potential to improve divisional performance.

Managing stakeholder expectations and communications

An effective communicator – verbally and in writing – at all organizational levels, with excellent interpersonal skills, you’re adept at working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, contractors, colleagues, elected officials, consultants, developers, and other internal and external clients and stakeholders. These talents will be evident as you represent the City on committees, provide input at meetings, and liaise with the public, developers, consultants, stakeholders, Councillors, other divisions and government agencies about projects, programs and developments.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Among the other strengths you bring to the role of Engineer ECS Roadways will be the following key qualifications:

1. Completion of post-secondary education degree or diploma in civil and/or municipal engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
2. Considerable experience applying the principles of Engineering related to municipal public works infrastructure.
3. Project management experience from inception to implementation, including planning, design and construction of municipal public works infrastructure.
4. Experience in client management and communicating with a diverse group of stakeholders.
5. Experience in developing reports, RFPs/proposals and presentations.
6. Registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or licensing as a professional engineer in good standing in another Canadian engineering association with the ability to obtain a P.Eng. license with PEO.
7. Ability to plan, supervise and direct the work of staff.

With this professional background as a solid foundation, you bring knowledge of engineering principles and project management as it relates to public works, as well as asset management principles, including data collection, analysis and estimating, and can apply relevant legislation, standards, Acts, By-laws and Regulations, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act. You’re also known for your ability to read, interpret, and report on engineering plans and drawings, specifications, correspondence, reports and other documents in a timely manner, conduct studies, surveys and research, develop effective solutions to engineering issues, initiate and lead technical studies and projects, and plan and prepare reports and recommendations.

A valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License is also required, with an ability to drive to different sites in a timely manner. Equally important in your role as a member of our team, you have what it takes to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

Creating the safe, sustainable municipal infrastructure that makes Toronto so livable is the responsibility of our Engineering & Construction Services (ECS) Division, which provides specialized engineering design and construction services to Toronto Water, Transportation Services, Solid Waste Management Services and other City of Toronto Divisions, Agencies, Boards and Commissions and external clients such as the development industry, utility companies and other public agencies.

As a Senior Engineer in the Bridges and Expressways section, you’ll provide project management, technical expertise, and engineering knowledge on the planning, design, and construction of the City’s most complex and critical bridge infrastructure projects. You will use your extensive experience and highly developed ability to plan, organize and co-ordinate large, complex projects in some of the City’s most congested and complicated locations.

With your extensive technical knowledge, understanding, and application of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC, -CSA-S6), MTO Structural Manual, and other applicable standards and industry practices, overseeing and evaluating the work performance of external service providers with respect to quality, timelines, cost and completion of required tasks will be an integral part of this senior role.

The Bridges, Structures & Expressways Asset Management unit provides asset management services for the City’s bridge, culvert, and retaining wall inventory through inspection, budgeting, programming, and coordination. The unit oversees the City's inspection program in accordance with the Province of Ontario's regulated Ontario Structure Inspection Manual (OSIM) and provides input to the development of the Transportation Services Capital Program to address rehabilitation, reconstruction and expansion needs for the City's bridges, structures and expressways. The unit is called upon to address emergency events and to provide technical expertise and recommendations to client divisions’ operations impacting their infrastructure.

Full project management accountabilities

Leading by example, you’ll manage a variety of assigned engineering projects, with responsibility for project management of ongoing or annual City-wide engineering programs, special projects, engineering proposals, Capital Works Program, best practices and other program development and new initiatives. This will see you directing multi-disciplinary project team staff, and mentoring other professional engineers and technical personnel, to meet deadlines and ensure effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning, while controlling expenditures within budget. You’ll assist in preparing capital and operating budgets, perform site inspections and assessments of changed conditions on construction projects, ensure compliance within guidelines by acting as a signing authority, finalize contract payments and implement quality control/quality assurance for construction. You may be required to facilitate complex cost-sharing arrangements for the construction of municipal infrastructure.

Driving technical innovation and continuous improvement

Recognized for keeping current with technological developments in the field of engineering, you’ll conduct research into your assigned area, ensuring that it takes into account developments within the field, corporate policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government. Equipped with this up-to-date knowledge, you’ll provide specialized design services and technical advice and expertise to support varied units, devising new approaches and assessing the application of alternative delivery models for capital construction projects, applying existing criteria in new ways, and drawing conclusions from comparative situations. The Division will also rely on you to formulate recommendations based on your analysis of continuous improvement and control measures for quality, efficiency and effectiveness of services, and your review of new technologies for utilization in existing or future service requirements.

Managing stakeholder expectations and communications

An effective communicator – verbally and in writing – at all organizational levels, able to effectively convey technical information in a user-friendly manner, you’re adept at working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, contractors, colleagues, elected officials, consultants, and other internal and external clients and stakeholders. These skills will enable you to represent the Division at meetings with the public, stakeholders and Councillors, and act as a technical specialist at project and organizational meetings with varied stakeholders. You’re also well prepared to establish and maintain linkages to other units in the City to co-ordinate input and ensure effective partnerships.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Among the other strengths you bring to the role of Senior Engineer will be the following key qualifications:

1. Completion of post-secondary education degree or diploma in civil and/or structural engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
2. Extensive experience in the application of the principles of civil and structural engineering and of materials and methods of construction, rehabilitation and upgrading. Good working knowledge of foundation, roadway design, environmental and construction practices is an asset.
3. Extensive project management experience from inception to implementation, including planning, design and construction of public works infrastructure.
4. Considerable experience in developing reports, RFPs/proposals and presentations.
5. Considerable experience in client management and communicating with a diverse group of stakeholders.
6. Registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or licensing as a professional engineer in good standing in another Canadian engineering association with the ability to obtain a P.Eng. license with PEO.

You bring extensive knowledge of legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations for construction projects, along with knowledge of asset management principles, including data collection, analysis and estimating. You’re also known for your ability to read, interpret, and report on engineering plans and drawings, specifications, correspondence, reports and other documents in a timely manner, conduct studies, surveys and research, develop effective solutions to engineering issues, initiate and lead technical studies and projects, and plan and prepare reports and recommendations.

Status: Regular - Fulltime

Working Conditions: Hybrid (3 days in office)

Education Level: 4 years year university education in engineering or Applied Science (Electrical engineering - Power Systems preferred)

Location: Courtice, ON

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: 30%

Deadline to Apply: September 23, 2023 

Salary Range: $1,651.02 - $2,832.86 per week

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and results-drivenprofessional to join our team in the role ofan Electrical and Protection & Control Engineering Specialist at our Courtice location.

Reporting to the Plant Technical Support Manager, the Electrical and Protection & Control Engineering Specialist is a member of the Central Engineering team, with a focus on Regulatory Compliance, Electrical Protection, Generator Controls, and Electrical Power Equipment

In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical advice and guidance on a variety of matters with regards to Regulatory Compliance, and Protection and Control, and Electrical Power Equipment supporting Hydroelectric and Thermal station maintenance, operations, performance, reliability, design, and commissioning. 

Key accountabilities include providing recommendations on planning, organizing, conducting inspections, installations and testing as well as oversight of servicing, maintaining, and renovating as necessary for the continuous safe, efficient, and economical operations of our hydroelectric and thermal plants.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement, and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Provide technical advice and guidance on a variety of technical matters for Hydroelectric and Thermal stations maintenance, operations, performance, design and commissioning.  
• Plan, organize and conduct inspections as well as provide engineering support for the planning, organization and conducting of installations, tests, servicing, maintenance, and renovations necessary for the continuous safe, efficient and economical commissioning and operation of Hydroelectric and Thermal plant equipment.
• Perform assessments, recognize technical deficiencies, recommend remedial measures, prepare and co-ordinate design changes for submission and approval as required to remain in compliance with applicable codes and legislative requirements.  Implement and conduct approved scheduled programs.  
• Participate in staff meetings convened to plan and organize work and resourcing required.  
• Responsible for the preparation and submission of various technical reports.  
• Assist in developing work methods or procedures including local technical procedures and implement as approved. 
• As a single point of contact for assigned project work or work programs, support project management activities, co-ordinate necessary inputs from other technical disciplines.  
• As necessary, prepare investment justifications based on conditions assessments of assigned existing systems and equipment. 
• Arrange and oversee contract work.  Prepare specifications, assist in the evaluation of Requests for Proposals, and recommend awarding contracts.  Work with suppliers to resolve problems affecting equipment performance and recommend design changes based on operating experiences.  
• Oversee work performed by contractors to ensure conformance to specification, resolving differences related to contract interpretation, and dealing with complaints as required.  Maintain records for reference and payment.  
• Investigate incidents of failure or unsatisfactory performance of equipment, material and service.  Recommend improvements, review input arising from proposed procedural changes and reconcile conflicting viewpoints from trades or trades supervisory staff.  Complete design changes and corrective measures and implement as approved.
• Maintain close surveillance over equipment noting situations that require action, recognizing impending difficulties, and exercising effective staff control.  Report major maintenance requirements to Supervisor, otherwise, determine and take corrective measures necessary.
• Collaborate in studies or investigations conducted under a consortium of design, research, operating groups/utilities, and regulatory bodies concerned with the safe efficient and economical production and distribution of power via hydroelectric and thermal plants and other facilities, where applicable.
• Oversee and assure conformity to safety, environmental and other relevant regulations, legislative changes and directives governing work within the scope of responsibilities assigned to the business unit.
• Ensure strict adherence to procedures, standing instructions, safety rules, first aid, and resuscitation practice.
• Prepare detailed estimates for projects and other activities as directed and assist in the preparation of the Section budget and business plans.
• Keep abreast of advances in hydroelectric plant design and development in general and the assigned technical field in particular.  Participate in various training programs. 

 EDUCATION 

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Science in Engineering (Electrical); and
• Candidate must be a fully licensed engineer in the province of Ontario, or be eligible to be licensed in the Province of Ontario

 QUALIFICATIONS 

 We are looking for an engineering professional with the following:

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience as an Electrical Engineer. 

• Must have experience working in an industrial/plant environment with electrical power distribution equipment, protections and controls.
• Ideally the successful applicant has prior experience working in the energy industry; power generation, transmission, and/or energy distribution with a utility, and should have a thorough understanding of:

• • Protection fundamentals and protection systems design.
  • Generator Controls (Exciters and Governors)
  • NERC Standards, IESO market Rules and NPCC Directories
  • Stationary Battery Systems.
  • Engineering studies such as short circuit, coordination, arc flash and load flow.

• This position is part of the Electrical and Protection & Control Department, therefore a high level of understanding and experience with the following is required:
  • Hydroelectric and Thermal station generators.
  • Liquid-filled and dry-type transformers.
  • High and medium voltage switchgear.
  • Hydro and Thermal station electrical auxiliary systems.
  • Generator, transformer, and station service equipment protective relaying.
  • Generator and auxiliary control systems.
  • NERC Standards, NPCC Directories, Transmission System Code and IESO Market Rules.
  • Plant networks and communication protocols.
  • Programmable Logic Controllers and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems.
  • Process control cyber security.
• Effective written and oral communications skills, demonstrated in your technical writing abilities to communicate effectively for the preparation, presentation and implementation of procedures, instructions and comprehensive technical reports; and reviewing drawings,
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, especially for Industrial Establishments and various codes and standards associated with electrical engineering and application of their requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various business units and stakeholders.
• Must be a team player, but as required must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Self-motivated, results and detail-oriented individual with ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem solving and innovative thinking skills, must be able to provide solutions, ideas and recommendations through effective issue resolution.
• Proven track record of delivery results.
• A quick learner, ability to break down complex and technical ideas. Must be able to effectively navigate a highly technical environment in a complex organizational structure.
• High integrity, upholding company values including Health and Safety, and protection of the environment.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License in good standing or a valid Driver’s License in good standing from another Canadian province with intent and ability to obtain a valid Ontario Driver’s License; and
• Willingness to travel; approximately 25% of time
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. 

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change: 

Safety – it’s our business
Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to the communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

Are you a licenced Civil Engineer with experience in traffic engineering, road safety, design and construction of road/pavement, pedestrian and cycling facilities? If so, consider this exciting opportunity with Transportation Services!
 

In the Transit Infrastructure Projects unit, reporting to a Senior Engineer or a Senior Project Manager, you will work with multi-disciplinary teams to advance the City’s interests in the planning, design, and construction of Metrolinx transit projects, including, Eglinton Crosstown LRT, Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, Yonge North Subway Extension, and Ontario Line.

Join us and contribute to the development of vital transportation infrastructure that will shape the future of the City.

Major Responsibilities: 

Specific responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct engineering review, and provide comments on preliminary and detailed designs of transportation infrastructure to ensure its compliance with the relevant Transportation Association of Canada (TAC), provincial, and municipal design standards.
• Review and contribute to transportation studies, including multi-modal traffic studies, transit planning studies, environmental assessments, technical memorandums, options assessments, contract specifications, environmental site assessments, etc. for the major transit projects.
• Review construction staging and road closure proposals, traffic management, and construction management plans, and work with Metrolinx and their contractors to maintain safe pedestrian and traffic movements in the construction zones.
• Review traffic signal timing cards for signal timing modifications, and coordinate installation of new traffic signals, when required.
• Perform site visits for preliminary assessments, safety reviews and inspections of major transit projects.
• Assess the feasibility of proposals to either permanently close public highways and lanes or acquire private lands for designating public highways and lanes as part of the major transit projects.
• Directs assigned multi-disciplinary projects, and coordinates input from a variety of City staff, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance and continuous learning.
• Liaises with and coordinates input, and establishes, maintains and fosters linkages with other sections, divisions and stakeholders such as Metrolinx and the Toronto Transit Commission in the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and maintenance of major transit projects.
• Prepares and delivers papers, reports, manuals, presentations, speeches, and training materials, and represents the Transportation Division at meetings with Community Councils, standing committees, elected officials, other sections, divisions and agencies, community and special interest groups, the media, citizens, and consultants.
• Responds to public complaints and inquiries, in a verbal or written manner, on behalf of senior management.
• Develops leading-edge initiatives, and finds pragmatic solutions to transportation problems which satisfy the City's economic, environmental, and social challenges
• Assumes responsibility for carrying out varied engineering assignments within the field of civil engineering.
• Maintains an awareness of developments and advancements in relevant fields to retain technical competency and to provide state-of-the-art advice.
• Ensures work is undertaken in a manner that complies with and supports City compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), other relevant codes and regulations and City policies.
• Performs other responsibilities, as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

1. Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
2. University degree in Civil Engineering or in a discipline pertinent to the job function, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
3. Extensive experience in any of the following fields: design and construction of road/pavement, pedestrian and cycling facilities, traffic engineering, road safety, and/or municipal construction projects.
4. Experience in delivering complex transportation engineering projects with minimal direction while balancing stakeholder interests.
5. Ability to effectively represent the Division, maintain relations and work with community and special interest groups, the public, elected officials, internal and external clients and consultants.
6. Ability to participate in and operate as a fully accountable member of a multi-disciplinary work team.
7. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Highly developed communication, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization, including elected officials and the public.
9. Must be flexible, innovative and adaptable to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven work environment. 
10. Knowledge in applying and interpreting related legislation and technical documents including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Highway Traffic Act, traffic-related by-laws/code, the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Ontario Traffic Manual, Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) geometric design guide for Canadian Roads, Highway Capacity Manual, and other applicable engineering guidelines.

Work Locations:

• Scarborough Civic Centre (150 Borough Drive)
• Metro Hall (55 John St)
• Etobicoke Civic Centre (399 The West Mall)
• North York Civic Centre (5100 Yonge St)

Creating the safe, sustainable municipal infrastructure that makes Toronto so livable is the responsibility of our Engineering and Construction Services (ECS) Division, which provides specialized engineering design and construction services to Toronto Water, Transportation Services, Solid Waste Management Services and other City of Toronto divisions, Agencies, Boards and Commissions, and external clients such as the development industry, utility companies and other public agencies.
 

Case management accountabilities:

• Act as a case manager in the review of development applications made under the Planning Act (e.g. secondary plans, subdivisions, re-zonings, land divisions, site plans and condominium proposals)
• Coordinate City infrastructure related comments and correspondence to various divisions, including City Planning, Legal & Finance
• Review engineering studies and plans (including servicing, stormwater management and geotechnical reports) submitted in support of development applications.
• Determine the scope and cost of all new City infrastructure required to support proposed developments, as well as discuss, negotiate and review development agreements to ensure that all infrastructure-related matters are properly addressed.
• Oversee the construction of the development-related municipal infrastructure, including providing engineering support and guidance to inspection staff to ensure compliance with the accepted design, City policies and by-laws, and the management of associated financial securities

Technical Expertise:

• Conduct research ensuring that it takes into account developments within the field, corporate policies, legislations and initiatives by other levels of government
• Provide technical advice, reviews and expertise; utilizing standard engineering principles and practices
• Review engineering analyses, evaluate and recommend new systems, work procedures and technologies to increase efficiencies and divisional performance

Managing Stakeholders:

• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of contractors, colleagues, elected officials, consultants, developers, and other internal and external clients and stakeholders.
• Represent the City on committees, including providing input at meetings,
• Liaise with the media, public, developers, consultants, councillors, City Divisions and government agencies about projects, programs and developments.

 
What do you need to succeed?

1. Post-secondary education in a civil engineering discipline or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
2. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), preferably in the discipline of Civil Engineering.
3. Experience in the development engineering field and in applying the principles of engineering in the design and/or review of engineering submissions.
4. Experience in preparing and/or reviewing servicing and stormwater management reports, as well as engineering studies and drawings submitted in support of development projects or applications.
5. Project management experience related to municipal servicing and stormwater management, preferably in the management of land development projects and/or applications.
6. A valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
7. Ability to understand, interpret and apply relevant federal, provincial and engineering legislation, regulations, standards, codes and by-laws.
8. Knowledge of the Safe Water Drinking Act, The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), The Planning Act  and the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
9. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects within tight timelines.
10. Highly developed technical, problem-solving and analytical skills.
11. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to communicate at all organizational levels.
12. Proficiency using MS Office and other computer software.
13. Ability to support the Toronto Public Service to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

As a senior technical leader on the Product Engineering team, the Staff Engineer plays a critical role in driving the evolution of our organization as we transition to an omnichannel retailer. This individual will be responsible for providing exceptional technical leadership and guidance to the team, ensuring the successful delivery of projects that align with Canadian Tire's strategic goals. The Staff Engineer will embrace challenges, be self-driven, and inspire others through their expertise in architecture and technical design. Their contributions will be instrumental in improving customer experiences, driving traffic, and boosting loyalty across our digital platforms.

In this role, you’ll:

• Collaborate with multiple acceptance test-driven development (ATDD) teams to identify areas of improvement in architecture and technical designs.

• Contribute to the development of middleware services and make architecture design decisions.

• Define the long-term vision for your area of expertise within Product Engineering, aligning it with the company's strategic and tactical goals.

• Coordinate with tech leads and other architects to assess the cross-platform impact of changes and mitigate any risks.

• Create functional stories and deliver them to developers, ensuring features and changes align with cross-team architecture.

• Work closely with development teams to ensure the delivery of quality code and scalable technical designs.

• Assist Agile squads and pods in resolving technical challenges with wide-ranging impacts.

• Provide decision support to deliver effective solutions and resolve problems within the team.

What you bring

• 7+ years of experience in IT/Software Engineering in an enterprise setting.

• 3+ years of experience working as a tech lead in an enterprise setting, preferably in Microservices development.

• Proficient understanding of Typescript/Javascript/NodeJS, git, and standard agile practices.

• Experience in API development and good understanding of web application architectures.

• Experience with large-scale and high-availability applications.

• Strong knowledge of asynchronous request handling (e.g., Promises, Asyncio).

• Advanced/fluent English communication skills.

• Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing and QA/QC processes.

• Experience conducting code reviews and participating in peer programming sessions.

• Ability to review/create systems designs and provide feedback on design improvements.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess experience or education in one or more of the following areas:

• Microservices architecture using NodeJS.

• Working experience with Azure cloud services and Azure Developer Associate certification (or equivalent).

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification (or equivalent).

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.

• Familiarity with TDD (Test Driven Development) environment.

• Experience working with NoSQL and SQL databases.

• Technologies such as TSOA, InversifyJS, Swagger, Open API spec, Jest.

• Cloud-native technologies: Kubernetes clusters, sidecar pattern, dev portals, etc.

• Deep understanding of ELT/ETL tools, including Azure Data Factory.

• Knowledge of Istio service mesh technology.

• Understanding of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization principles.

• Strong grasp of cloud patterns related to observability, scalability, and fault tolerance.

We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.

#LI-GS1

Posting Period:  23-AUG-2024 to 13-SEPT-2024

Toronto Water is the City of Toronto division responsible for all aspects of drinking water treatment and supply, wastewater collection and treatment, and stormwater management. The Division’s six business sections manage facilities and assets across the city, including treatment plants, pumping stations, water and sewer mains, laboratories, and yards.

Water Infrastructure Management (WIM) is responsible for the long-term management of Toronto's water, wastewater, and stormwater management assets to optimize infrastructure investment, level of service, and performance. WIM provides engineering analysis, asset management, infrastructure planning and policy development and coordination across Toronto Water to serve 3.6 million residents in Toronto and surrounding regions daily, manage over $83 billion in assets, and plan a 10-year capital budget of approximately $16.2 billion.

The successful candidate for this position will be a member of the Strategic Initiatives Planning team in the Water Infrastructure Management section. The team is responsible for leading strategic infrastructure planning studies concerning growth servicing, service level enhancement, and other demands on the division's infrastructure. Strategic Initiatives Planning works with other Toronto Water sections, City Divisions and agencies to collaborate on city-building initiatives and oversees the planning and implementation of Toronto Water infrastructure.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your primary responsibilities as an Engineer will vary, depending on assigned duties, but you will be expected to:

• Work with internal staff and consultants to complete studies, projects and programs related to water infrastructure management including sewer and water capacity, water quality, and master planning.
• Review and comment on engineering design reports and drawings, policies, guidelines, procedures, bylaws, and legislation.
• Provide technical review and advanced engineering input to other sections and divisions on matters related to water infrastructure and municipal engineering.
• Manage assigned projects, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, and high standards of work quality, ensuring assigned projects are completed within established timeframes.
• Represent Toronto Water as a technical specialist at meetings with internal sections, City divisions, external agencies, the public and Councillor’s offices.
• Prepare technical reports, Committee and Community Council reports and content for public education/communication purposes, as required.
• Prepare capital business cases, project charters, bid documents (RFPs, RFQs, REOIs), terms of reference, and scope of work for consultant assignments, including selection and direction of consultants undertaking professional services for Toronto Water.
• Develop procedures, guidelines, technical standards, and policies related to managing water infrastructure including growth management and infrastructure servicing.
• Assist the Manager in defining and allocating work and setting goals.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Your application for the role of Engineer must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
2. Completion of post-secondary degree or diploma in civil and/or municipal engineering; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
3. Experience as a Professional Engineer in an engineering role working with water, sewer and/or stormwater infrastructure.
4. Experience with capacity assessment, growth planning, infrastructure servicing and funding, and the development approvals process.
5. Experience in hydraulic modelling, studies and infrastructure planning.    
6. Experience using software pertinent to the job function including Geographical Information System (GIS), and modelling software such as Infoworks and/or Infowater or equivalent.
7. Excellent communication and analytical skills to write technical reports, briefing notes, reports to Committee and Council, and responses to inquiries by external agencies and the public.
8. Knowledge of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process, especially related to Master Planning, and Feasibility Studies.
9. Fundamental knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal regulations, policies and guidelines related to the job (e.g. Occupation Health & Safety Act) and applicable to wastewater and stormwater systems, infrastructure planning and management.
10. Project and stakeholder management skills to plan, lead, manage and implement multidisciplinary projects of varied scope.
11. Competencies including interpersonal, conflict resolution, leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and to forge solid internal and external relationships.
12. Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid Province of Ontario class "G" driver's licence and eligibility to qualify for a City driver's permit is an asset for this position.

A Qualified List of candidates will be established for the Engineer position in the Toronto Water Division and will be in effect for up to two years from the date the list is created. Qualified candidates on the list may be considered when filling future permanent and/or temporary vacancies in this position.

Notes:

• Applicants are required to demonstrate in their resume that their qualifications match those specified in the job posting.
• If selected for a temporary position, employee's placement is conditional on the approval of his/her executive director/general manager or designate
• Temporary and fixed-term part-time non-union employees will be reassigned to this position.

Number of Positions Open: 3

Posting Period: 14-Aug-2024 to 06-Sept-2024

• • Applicants are required to demonstrate in their resume that their qualifications match those specified in the job posting.
  • If selected for a temporary position, employee's placement is conditional on the approval of his/her executive director/general manager or designate
  • Temporary and fixed-term part-time non-union employees will be reassigned to this position
  • In accordance with the City's Acting Assignment policy, if the posted non-union temporary position becomes permanent, it may not be reposted

• Posting Period: 08-Aug-2024 to 22-Aug-2024

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Recent graduate or graduating in 2024, from a University Engineering degree program in civil/structural, transportation, and environmental engineering as recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities.

2. Experience using a variety of software products such as Microsoft Office Suite, Access, and/other related data software.

3. Possession of a valid Province of Ontario Driver's License (G) and vehicle

4. Ability to communicate effectively.

5. Academic/working knowledge of the processes, procedures, practices and equipment used in civil, structural, transportation, and environmental engineering

6. Academic/working knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water

7. Academic/working knowledge of Resources Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc.

8. Ability to attain working knowledge of all related City of Toronto policies, procedures and practices including: Collective Agreement, HR Policies, financial procedures, etc.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidate may be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory criminal record check, as per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.

• Successful candidate will be required to provide proof of acquired education.

• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities.