Engineer

Tekgence Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm in Ontario is seeking an EMS Application Engineer with over 5 years of experience in power systems applications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in programming languages like C, C++, and Perl, and a strong background in model validation and technical corrective actions. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering is required. Effective communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Power system applications including Power Flow, State Estimator, and Load Frequency Control.
• Experience in programming languages for integration and scripting.
• Must have experience in installing fixes on live systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct code review and monitor break/fix patches.
• Perform technical actions to restore failed services.
• Validate models and fix defects in DTS systems.

Skills

Power system applications

C/C++

PERL

SQL

Shell scripting

Technical corrective actions

Code reviews

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Over 5 years of experience in Power system applications including Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency analysis, Load Frequency Control(AGC), Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) with expertise in model validation event creation

Experience in programming languages for system integration or scripting, such as C, C++, PERL, or similar. SQL & Shell scripting, and ability to read and interpret logs and debug files.

Must have experience in picking up and installing fixes on live customer systems

Model validation and defect fixing for DTS system.

Perform necessary technical corrective actions to restore failed or failing technical services on EMS system.

Conduct code review, deployment, testing and monitoring of break/fix patches and modification.

Key Words to search in Resume

Electrical transmission modelling, EMS Application Engineer, GE PowerOn Reliance / XA21, GE eTerra Platform, Power System Applications, DTS, Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS)

Generic Managerial Skills, If any

Ability to manage client discussions, and technical reviews.

Effective communication, documentation, and presentation abilities.

Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or similar).

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.

EXPERIENCE RANGE IN REQUIRED SKILLS: 5 to 8 years

Education: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent