Power Systems Engineer I

Electric Power Engineers; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the energy consulting field as a Power System Engineer, where you will be part of an innovative team working on the future grid. You'll conduct essential power system studies and analyses, contributing to the development of a secure and resilient energy infrastructure. If you have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the utilities industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401K with up to a 4% match

Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer.
• Experience with power systems impact studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies.
• Perform power system impact studies including Steady State and Dynamic Stability.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed.

Skills

Power Systems Analysis

Technical Report Writing

Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

Aspen

TARA

Python

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Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence . For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers, (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

Responsibilities

Join us in leading the change!

Develop and conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies which include steady state analysis, short circuit analysis, and dynamic stability analysis. Studies may include near-term and long-term transmission planning, generator interconnection studies, reliability-driven transmission project alternatives development, and NERC standards compliance analyses.

How You Can Make An Impact

• Perform power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability.
• Perform NERC-compliance-related technical analyses such as TPL Annual Planning Assessments.
• Perform full generator interconnection studies which may also include Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies.
• Ensure that renewable and/or storage resource projects interconnecting to the transmission system meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed. Process, generate, and maintain data as required for all studies.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Identify training needs and present to the Engineering Manager as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, emphasis in Power Systems preferred.
• 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Steady State, and Short Circuit.
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Ability to provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other Power Systems Engineers and Interns.
• Experience automating/programming in Python preferred.
• Proven team player with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Flexible with the ability to manage change.
• Have high standards in producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
  
  

How We Support You

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.
  
  

Location : This position will be open to remote US or Canada

Travel : Occasional travel may be needed (10 % or less )

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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