Electrical Power Systems Studies Engineer

Stantec; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fee coverage

Job summary

Stantec in Montreal is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in power system studies to advance major energy projects. You will work on power flow, short-circuit, arc flash, and power quality analyses within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

You will model networks with top software, prepare technical reports and proposals, and mentor junior staff while engaging clients to ensure scope and budget alignment. The role emphasizes innovation and sustainable power solutions.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems focus and 5+ years in power system studies.
• Licensed Professional Engineer and member of the OIQ.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software (EasyPower, ETAP, ASPEN, etc.).
• Experience with power flow, short-circuit, arc flash, and power quality studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical studies including power flow, short-circuit, arc flash, and power quality analyses.
• Model and analyze electrical networks using software tools such as EasyPower, ETAP, ASPEN, CymDIST, and HOMER.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and service proposals.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Support or lead the preparation of technical proposals for prospective study projects.

Skills

Power system studies

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Licensed Professional Engineer (OIQ)

Tools

EasyPower

ETAP

ASPEN

CymDIST

HOMER

Job description

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Come leverage your experience within our Studies team and contribute to major power system studies that are shaping the energy landscape of tomorrow. You will work on challenging projects involving power flow studies, short-circuit analysis, arc flash analysis, and power quality assessments, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to innovate, mentor others, and contribute to the preparation of technical service proposals as part of a team, while helping deliver sustainable solutions for the future of electrical power systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical studies including power flow, short-circuit, arc flash, and power quality analyses;
• Model and analyze electrical networks using tools such as EasyPower, ETAP, ASPEN, CymDIST, and HOMER;
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and service proposals;
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements;
• Support or lead the preparation of technical proposals for prospective study projects.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering (specialization in power systems) combined with at least 5 years of experience in power system studies and electrical networks;
• Licensed Professional Engineer and member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ);
• Proficiency with power system analysis software such as EasyPower, ETAP, ASPEN, and similar tools;
• Experience conducting power flow, short-circuit, arc flash, and power quality studies;
• Experience with transient studies (EMTP) and grounding studies (CDEGS) considered an asset;
• Strong communication skills and sound critical thinking abilities;
• Knowledge of power system protection and control systems;
• Familiarity with relevant IEEE, NEC, and IEC standards.

Keys to Success

• Passion for mentoring and developing emerging talent;
• Strong commitment to health and safety;
• Continuous pursuit of sustainable and agile solutions;
• People-first approach;
• Ability to think beyond established standards;
• Strong attention to detail and high ethical standards;
• Enthusiasm for innovation.

Do these challenges and qualifications resonate with you?

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Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.