Power System Engineering Intern-Calgary

Arup; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

Arup is seeking engineering interns to design and analyze decarbonized energy systems, from solar to transmission. You’ll assist in simulations of electrical power systems and learn various studies such as short-circuit, arc flash, and load flow under senior staff.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with PSCAD/ETAP, understand substations and BESS design, and contribute to industry-standard projects while working in a hybrid setup in Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Power Engineering or Renewable Energy.
• Basic knowledge of power systems, renewable energy technologies, and energy storage.
• Familiarity with PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, SKM or similar is a plus.
• Basic AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for team-based work.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of decarbonized energy systems from renewables to grid interfaces.
• Assist in design, analysis, and simulation of electrical power systems including renewables.
• Conduct power system studies: short circuit, cable ampacity, arc flash, load flow.
• Support solar facilities, substations and BESS design under senior staff.
• Produce grounding, short circuit, and load-flow calculations under supervision.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

PSCAD

PSS/E

ETAP

SKM

AutoCAD

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Analytical mindset

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Power Engineering or Renewable Energy

Master’s degree in Power Systems or Renewable Energy (preferred)

FE/EIT certification (preferred)

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/E

ETAP

SKM

AutoCAD

Job description

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

• Design and analysis of decarbonized energy systems in projects ranging from supply-side renewable generation to transmission and distribution side infrastructure
• Assist in the design, analysis, and simulation of electrical power systems, including renewable energy sources (solar, wind, battery storage).
• Perform various power system studies like short circuit, cable ampacity, Arc flash, Load flow and Energy yield
• Responsible for the design of solar facilities, substation and BESS under the direction of other senior engineering staff.
• Perform engineering and design calculations such as Grounding Study, Short circuit study, Cable Ampacity study, Load Flow study, ARC Flash and AC/DC voltage drop calculation.
• Ready to learn and deliver various aspects of Solar and substation design such as sizing of DC and AC cable and its layout.
• Ready to learn transmission and distribution line design and associated software like PLSCAD.
• Adhere to instructions and learn from experience and training.
• Assist with the documentation and organization of project data and results.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulatory standards related to power systems and renewable energy.

Is this role right for you?

• For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline related to Electrical, Power System, or Renewable Energy.
• Basic knowledge of power systems, renewable energy technologies, and energy storage systems.
• Familiarity with software tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, SKM or similar is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD will be a plus.
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Analytical mindset and/or Strategic thinker
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in an engineering discipline related to Power System or Renewable Energy.
• FE/EIT certification
• Scripting/Programming (Python, C++, or other) proficiency and basic knowledge of power system software like ETAP, PSSE.
• Working understanding of project development process and project finance

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Our Intern Experience Offers You

• Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
• Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.
• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.
• Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities

Toronto Hiring Range -The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $21.00 to $39.00 per hour. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Calgary will differ.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Applications meeting minimum eligibility requirements will be reviewed by hiring managers. Those selected will undergo a brief phone screen and next steps will be discussed.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee).We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.

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