Senior Power System Study Engineer

SNC-Lavalin; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Power System Study Engineer to perform advanced studies on grounding, lightning protection, and induction for various power projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree and proficiency in tools like CDEGS and WinIGS, with at least 3 years of related experience. This position offers competitive compensation ranging between $100,200 and $137,700 annually, along with benefits like hybrid working culture and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Professional development

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Power Systems or Electromagnetics.
• 3+ years of experience in power system studies.
• Proficiency in CDEGS and experience with WinIGS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct grounding system design and analysis.
• Perform lightning protection studies and surge analysis.
• Execute induction studies for overhead lines and pipelines.
• Model and analyze bus configurations.
• Utilize software tools to simulate power system phenomena.
• Generate detailed technical reports and calculations.
• Coordinate with project managers and clients.
• Support multidisciplinary teams in facility design.

Skills

Grounding system design

Lightning protection studies

Induction studies

Electromagnetic transient analysis

CDEGS

WinIGS

Education

Master’s degree in Power Systems or Electromagnetics

Tools

CDEGS

WinIGS

PSCAD

EMTP

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Power System Study Engineer to perform advanced grounding, lightning protection, bus, and induction studies for utility, industrial, and renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience using tools such as CDEGS and WinIGS, and a strong foundation in electromagnetic transient analysis. This role involves interpreting system configurations, creating accurate models, and delivering high‑quality technical reports to support project engineering and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct grounding system design and analysis, including grid resistance, touch/step voltage, and fault current distribution.
• Perform lightning protection studies, surge analysis, and shielding assessments.
• Execute induction studies for overhead lines and pipelines to evaluate AC interference and mitigation strategies.
• Model and analyze bus configurations for short‑circuit, thermal, and electromagnetic performance.
• Utilize software tools such as CDEGS, WinIGS, and optionally PSCAD or EMTP to simulate and analyze power system phenomena.
• Generate detailed technical reports, calculations, and drawings.
• Coordinate with project managers, utilities, and clients to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEEE 80, IEEE 665, NESC, NEC).
• Support multidisciplinary teams in substation, transmission, and industrial facility design.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Power Systems or Electromagnetics.
• Proficiency in CDEGS (certification is an asset).
• 3+ years of experience in power system studies with a focus on grounding, lightning, and induction.
• Experience with WinIGS required; familiarity with PSCAD, ETAP, or PSS/E is a plus.
• Familiarity with HVDC, FACTS, or renewable integration studies is a plus.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive compensation ranging between $100,200 and $137,700 annually.

Flexible benefits, hybrid working culture, professional development, and generous time‑off policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or other protected status, are encouraged to apply.