• Define software architecture and development standards for automation tools supporting Grid Automation engineering and delivery teams. • Lead development of automation platforms and scripting solutions (Python, Rust, C#, Node.js, etc.) to reduce cycle time and eliminate repetitive tasks. • Integrate engineering tools with corporate systems (Smartsheet, Jira, SAP, GitHub, DOORS, relay configuration tools). • Design and deploy scalable APIs and microservices for critical workflows such as: relay settings validation file parsing and data extraction automated reporting and documentation. • Establish CI/CD pipelines, secure coding practices, automated testing, and reliable DevOps processes. • Architect data models and storage solutions for engineering artifacts, test evidence, and project traceability. • Promote modular design, component reuse, and creation of shared internal libraries. • Lead code reviews, mentor developers, and build technical capabilities within engineering teams. • Collaborate with AI/LLM teams to integrate intelligent automation into engineering digital assistants and copilots. • Ensure high performance, maintainability, scalability, and utility-grade cybersecurity compliance across all developed software.

• Providing strategic and tactical direction for Verification and Validation of HVDC Control and Protection System in collaboration with Grid and HVDC technology groups. • Accountable for establishing process to assess, review and record the testing needs and boundaries of each project to ensure that the control system is verified to the maximum extent possible before leaving the factory. • Leading the generation of plans, procedures and specifications for the Development of Integration System Tests, Full System Tests, and Factory Acceptance Tests and Commissioning Tests at site. • Accountable for developing, maintaining and Preparing Test Management Plans & Solutions. • Accountable for the coordination of HVDC testing and validation process steps from Lab Testing, Factory System Testing and Site System testing leading to the Customer acceptance of HVDC Control & Protection System. • Maintain a clear overview of the HVDC NTI-NPI-Project life cycles thereby de-risking the product development by clearly defining the testing needs to validate the requirements. • Accountable for technical validation of processes and test specifications. • Accountable for defining and executing Continuous Improvement for V&V department in collaboration with other HVDC Control & Protection Engineering teams. • Ensure sufficient de-risking is included in Product plans, such that quality problems due to the introduction of new technologies are avoided when the new technologies are deployed on Projects. • The Enforcement of engineering discipline and set processes across all work tasks and adherence to company policies, quality procedures and work instructions (e.g. through training, technical reviews). • Reviewing the validation and verification department’s skills, identifying any shortfalls or skills gaps to ensure the necessary training, guidance and mentoring of Engineers is in place. • Serve as approver for technical reviews and quality gates / project milestones. • Lead V&V team to identify opportunities for new IP development. • Lead and mentor V&V team in customer communications to define quality and testing expectation from the project kick-off till final sign off. • Develop and mentor V&V team members so that they can be represent the business in various Industry working groups as a key content contributor. • Will be accountable in defining strategies and roadmap for development of New Engineers in the department.

• Assist in creating and updating design guides, white papers, and engineering resources. • Interpret test results and research findings under the guidance of senior engineers to produce design parameters and engineering tables. • Apply relevant design standards (CSA O86, NDS, Eurocode 5, AS/NZS) and document appropriate assumptions and limits. • Work with the R&D team to incorporate data, the Marketing team to refine visual layout and UX/UI, and the Technical Service team to address recurring industry questions. • Support the development and maintenance of calculation spreadsheets and digital engineering tools (e.g., CADwork plugins or software tools). • Identify gaps or ambiguities in existing resources and propose updates that simplify the designer experience.

• Design, develop and install software solutions. • Build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software in compliance with coding standards and technical design. • Execute full life-cycle software development • Write well designed, testable, efficient code • Produce specifications and determining operational feasibility • Integrate software components into fully functional software systems • Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures • Document and maintain software functionality • Tailor and deploy software tools, processes and metrics • Serve as a subject matter expert • Comply with project plans and industry standards