Power System Engineer

Schneider Electric North America; Toronto; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Toronto is seeking a Power Systems Engineer. This role involves conducting power system network analysis, performing design improvements, and providing engineering proposals. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience, strong communication skills, and must hold a P.Eng. License. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $91,200 to $136,800, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare plan

Paid family leave

Flexible work arrangements

Pension match

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of cumulative experience in power engineering or electrical design.
• Experience in a consulting engineering firm is a strong asset.
• Strong communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system engineering analysis of industrial and commercial electric systems.
• Evaluate analysis results and prepare reports with findings.
• Manage project timelines and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Power engineering studies

Electrical design experience

Strong communication skills

Project engineering proposals

Microgrid experience

Knowledge of power system analysis software

Education

P.Eng. License

Tools

ETAP

PTW from SKM

EasyPower

CYME

Job description

Overview

The Power Systems Engineer executes electrical power system network analysis, site reliability and safety audits, performs electrical engineering design and provides solution-based engineering proposals

Responsibilities

• Perform power system engineering analysis of industrial and commercial electric power systems in the areas of coordination of protection, short-circuit calculation, arc-flash hazard analysis, power flow, power quality, site audits, design improvements of medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems, and product application;
• Evaluate analysis results and prepare written report of findings, recommendations, and mitigation solutions;
• Perform electrical design improvements primarily to support upgrades of facilities’ electrical distribution system in conjunction with the customers’ needs, specifically to meet sustainability goals (microgrids) and improve system safety and reliability;
• Work with Solutions Sales team and potential customers to help qualifying customer needs, and potential energy solutions;
• Meet customers on-site and review and identify their needs;
• Provide Engineering cost estimates and bid proposals;
• Utilize Engineering skills and applicable codes and standards to implement electrical systems that are safe, reliable, and economical;
• Provide technical support and quality control for assigned projects;
• Manage project timeline commitments to customers and ensure long-term relationships;
• Available to travel to various customer locations in Canada

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Minimum 7 years of cumulative experience in power engineering studies or electrical design experience in commercial or industrial projects
• Experience in a consulting engineering firm would be considered a strong asset
• Experience with project engineering proposals, project development and customer presentations
• Microgrid and electrical site audit experience is an asset
• Knowledge of a power system analysis software (PTW from SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, CYME) is considered an asset, preferably ETAP;
• Must have a P.Eng. License
• Must have strong communications skills to effectively communicate with customers, sales reps, and other technical support and inside staff.

Schneider offers

• Great Benefits: Competitive package, Group pension match, Healthcare plan, paid family leave, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, recharge breaks, employee share ownership plan and more.
• Inclusive Environment: Diversity is an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. Schneider Electric builds a culture of respect where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves.
• Career Development: We empower our people to grow and learn every day, developing new skills and building careers for today and tomorrow (mentoring, coaching, training, tuition reimbursement).
• Accelerate your Career in Sustainability: Sustainability has, in recent years, shifted from the margins to the center of the corporate agenda.

Compensation

The compensation range for this full-time position, which includes base pay and incentive, is $91,200 - $136,800 for candidates who are Ontario residents. Our salary ranges are determined by including roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers an inclusive benefits package to support all of our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, pension matching, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, and more.

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