Lead Power Systems Engineer

Randstad Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation and benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Randstad Canada in Vancouver is seeking a technical lead to bridge complex power systems analysis and real-world execution for renewable energy projects.

You will drive end-to-end design, modeling, and comprehensive technical reports, delivering results for major assets while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

This role requires a strong engineering background, travel readiness, and the ability to lead critical design decisions in a dynamic energy environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-level electrical engineering required.
• Specialized power engineering qualifications are well-regarded.
• HV power system design and analysis experience.
• Experience with network analysis and performance standards studies.
• Proficient with DigSilent and ETAP modeling tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design lifecycle for HV power systems projects.
• Produce modeling, technical reports, and execution plans for major renewables assets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across resources and energy sectors.

Skills

HV power system design

Network analysis

Electrical instrumentation & controls

Power systems modelling (DigSilent/ET

Self-management & travel readiness

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Power engineering specialization

Tools

DigSilent (PowerFactory)

ETAP

Job description

Join a well-established Vancouver consultancy at the forefront of the energy transition. As the technical lead, you will bridge the gap between complex power systems analysis and real-world execution. You will be responsible for driving innovative designs and comprehensive technical reports that power the renewable energy and resource sectors forward.

Advantages

• Excellent compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement

Responsibilities

Spearhead the end-to-end design lifecycle—from sophisticated modeling and technical reporting to final execution for major projects in the resources and renewable energy sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree-level Electrical Engineering qualifications; specialized power engineering qualifications are well-regarded.
• Analysis and design of HV power systems, including powerlines and substations.
• Experience in specialized network analysis and performance standard studies.
• Knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, and controls applications.
• Proficiency in power systems modelling packages like DigSilent (PowerFactory) and ETAP.
• Ability to self-manage and travel as required by projects.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non‑binary/gender non‑conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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