Lead Power System Studies Engineer – Remote & Renewables

Jacobs; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 134,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Power System Studies Engineer in Canada to support regional and global teams on utility-scale renewable projects. You will perform load flow, short-circuit analyses, interconnection studies and contribute through the full project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes collaboration with renewable developers, utilities and ISOs/RTOs, with a hybrid work model across North America and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with system studies on utility-scale renewable projects.
• Experience with power system studies using PSS/E, ETAP and PSCAD or equivalents.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE and CIGRE standards.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical abilities and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies (internal to the plant) including load flow, short circuit, insulation coordination, TOV, arc flash and harmonics.
• Perform power system studies (external to the plant) related to interconnection to meet interconnection requirements and NERC standards.
• Support system studies projects through the full lifecycle from bid/proposal to execution and client meetings.
• Contribute to on-time delivery and budget adherence for projects.
• Collaborate with North America and global team members across diverse client types.
• Engage with ISO/RTO forums and technical committees as required.

Skills

Power system studies

Analytical abilities

Team player

Travel willingness

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Power System Studies Engineer in Canada to support regional and global teams on utility-scale renewable projects. You will perform load flow, short-circuit analyses, interconnection studies and contribute through the full project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes collaboration with renewable developers, utilities and ISOs/RTOs, with a hybrid work model across North America and travel as needed.