Senior Engineering Manager

Electric Power Engineers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO and holidays

401K match

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers is seeking a Principal Power System Engineer to join our Transmission Planning Utilities Team. You will lead generator interconnection and planning studies, provide expert analyses, and mentor staff while collaborating with clients and regulators on grid modernization initiatives.

Based in Canada/US remote-friendly, you will contribute to strategy, develop relationships, and stay ahead with evolving market practices and technologies to shape the grid of the future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Master’s or PhD preferred).
• 8–10 years in electric energy, generator modelling, transmission planning and interconnection studies.
• Solid background in power flow, OPF, transient stability.
• Knowledge of PSSE, TARA, PSLF, ASPEN, DSATools, PSCAD with hands-on use.
• Ability to evaluate new utility tariffs and study methodologies.
• Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL) would be favorable.
• Strong analytical, communication and tech skills are essential.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Track record delivering generator interconnection or transmission planning projects across ISOs/RTOs or utilities.
• Provide technical insights in complex initiatives and policy discussions.
• Lead transmission planning studies including load flow, stability and short circuit analysis.
• Identify optimal interconnection strategy based on system impacts and capacity.
• Collaborate with other teams to guide market trends and process changes.
• Develop relationships with clients, industry bodies, regulators.
• Stay updated on new technologies and market innovations.
• Advise on software strategy and IP development.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to project leadership.

Skills

Power system analysis

Transmission planning

Generator interconnection

Load flow analysis

Transient stability

AI automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

PSSE

TARA

PSLF

ASPEN

DSATools

PSCAD

Job description

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

EPE is searching for a Principal Power System Engineer to join our growing Transmission Planning Utilities Team. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise. In return for bringing your skills and capabilities to EPE, you will be rewarded with substantial professional growth opportunities and a competitive compensation package. You will also be joining a team that is highly engaged, driven and collaborative.

Responsibilities

Howyou can make an impact:

Technical Duties

• Track record of successfully delivering generator interconnection or transmission planning projects across multiple ISOs/RTOs and/or Utilities
• Provide technical insights and support in complex initiatives driving policies in the industry
• Serve as a subject matter expert on transmission planning studies by leading and conducting analyses related to load flow, transient stability and short circuit
• Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided
• Identify optimal strategy for project interconnection to the grid based on system impacts and grid capacity
• Collaborate with other teams within EPE to provide strategic guidance on market trends and process change across multiple ISO’s, ideally in SPP and MISO
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, market innovations, and best practices in the energy industry to enhance the organization's offerings and capabilities
• Advise on technical software strategy and IP development
• Carry out additional duties as assigned
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation under experience (bring your passion section.

Leadership Duties

• Build on EPE's existing generator interconnection and planning studies capabilities and help develop EPE's expansion strategy for the Transmission Planning Utilities team
• Build confidence with senior and executive management within client organizations and assist in other sales and business development activities
• Ensure effective project staffing, resource utilization, and staff training/development
• Ensure that deliverables generated by the Power Systems Engineer(s) assigned to a project is prepared, checked, and approved in accordance with EPE's quality management standards and without errors
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of assigned projects while meeting all project quality and budget objectives
• Interact with clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns regarding the project(s) under study
• Prepare responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) by providing a scope of work and time estimates for new projects
• Provide training and mentorship to junior team members to build a strong and knowledgeable team
• Assist in the development of marketing and business development strategies for the organization's energy resources services
• Participate in industry conferences, seminars, and workshops to stay informed about new developments in the interconnection industry and network with other professionals in the field

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field (a Master's or PhD degree is preferred)

• 8 to 10 years of experience in the electric energy industry, generator modelling, transmission planning and interconnection studies is preferred

• Solid background in power flow, optimal power flow, transient stability

• In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, ASPEN, DSATools, PSCAD

• Proven ability to evaluate new utility tariffs and study methodologies

• Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL) would be looked upon favorably

• Competency in analytical problem-solving, strong communication, and technology expertise

• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation

Lead the change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future throughadvanced 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.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou.
• 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 based on position.

Location: This position is 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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