Job title
Reports to
Smart Microgrid Solutions Architect
Managing Director
Job Purpose
Leveraging your experience to develop and execute cutting edge Smart Microgrid or other energy solutions involving DES
and other technologies for our clients. Working with commercial clients around the world, this role will lead the
corporation in establishing Microgrid Utilities for appropriate clients through the integration of on-site electricity
generation, distribution networks and control systems. The role will design, develop and execute the Smart Microgrid to
enable leading edge energy solutions to small and large scale environments.
Duties and Responsibilities
Working with Clients - Work with existing and new clients and partners to understand energy requirements and design,
develop, construct and maintain a leading, customer-centric Smart Microgrid Solution.
Grow internal operations – Translate business requirements to determine appropriate architectural solutions and help
expand internal operations in building the energy team to deliver leading edge technology solutions.
Make proposals and decisions based on industry standards, current and evolving technologies and standards.
Build a comprehensive architecture plan to support all solutions including technical strategies, technology principles,
standards, policies and procedures that can be selected at system design time and implemented.
Design and build integrated energy Microgrid solutions – utilize best of breed technology components to engage in
Microgrid solution design, modeling and implementation as well as dynamic system analysis and testing of emerging
technologies and architectures for medium and low voltage distribution systems based on Min-grid, Microgrid and Smart
Grid approaches (Including solar and other renewable technologies)
Model distribution system using scenario analysis with chosen operational tools.
Understand Utility requirements and build solutions that provide control systems which benefit the grid as well as serve
the end user in demand response operations.
Lead Research and Development efforts – Lead the main thrust in efforts to identify best of breed and emerging
technology and collaborate with multiple departments to develop specifications for Microgrid control applications
Partner development – Identify and meet with leading technology providers and integrators related to all aspects of
Smart Microgrid implementation, including generation, transmission and distribution, storage, intelligent Energy
Management Systems (EMS), Demand Management Systems (DMS), Demand Response (DR) and Communications
systems.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’ degree in Electrical (Power Systems) Engineering or equivalent
10 + years of successful experience in energy infrastructure engineering and project execution
5+ years of executive experience managing multi-disciplinary teams delivering renewable energy infrastructure
projects
Experience with utility or electrical distribution controls
Experience designing power systems protection and control schemes
Experience with advanced grid modernization projects and have broad knowledge of Smart Grid technologies
Familiar with cloud computing and communications
Strong understanding of financial and contract management
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Experience designing storage integrated electric systems
Experience designing demand management and response electric systems
Preferred Credentials
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Masters or PHD in Electrical Engineering
MBA or PMP Certification
About AMP Solar Group Inc.
Since its incorporation in early 2009, AMP Solar Group Inc. has experienced staggering growth, becoming one of the most
experienced and bankable solar project developers globally.
Our portfolio includes one of the largest rooftop solar portfolios (66MW), with the Toronto District School Board. Our
clients include highly established brands in Canada and worldwide including IKEA, Canadian Tire, Lowe’s, TD Bank, Royal
Bank of Canada and Menkes Developments and our reach beyond North America includes the UK, India, Japan, and
Thailand. AMP has built over 450MW of projects globally and deployed over $1.5Billion of capital across its portfolio.
AMP Solar Group is dedicated to the creation of clean renewable energy by generating electricity from the most enduring
natural resource - the sun.
Please send your cover letter and resume to hr@ampsolargroup.com
Applications will be assessed as received and the position filled once a suitable candidate has been
identified. Applications will not be considered if received after January 29, 2016.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. AMP Solar
Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Thank you for your interest in AMP Solar Group Inc.