Senior Power Systems Analyst

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work with flexible schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Conferences and advanced training

Opportunity to influence energy grid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Systems Analyst to join the strategic planning team in a fully remote capacity. You will analyze stability, reliability, and efficiency of the grid using advanced modeling to forecast energy demands and guide grid expansion strategies.

The ideal candidate has a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a power systems focus, 7+ years of experience, and strong skills in PSS/E and PowerFactory, plus excellent communication for reporting to management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with power systems specialization.
• 7+ years of experience in power system analysis and planning.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with modelling ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed power flow, short-circuit, and transient stability analyses for the electricity network.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated power system models using PSS/E and PowerFactory.
• Evaluate the impact of new generation and grid projects on performance.
• Conduct contingency analysis and identify grid vulnerabilities with mitigation strategies.
• Support long-term system expansion plans and operational strategies.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to engineering teams and management.

Skills

Power system analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Power Systems Analyst to join their strategic planning team, operating in a fully remote capacity. This critical role focuses on analyzing the stability, reliability, and efficiency of the electrical grid, utilizing advanced modeling and simulation techniques. You will play a key part in forecasting future energy demands, evaluating grid expansion strategies, and ensuring the integration of new energy sources. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical knowledge of power system behavior and is adept at translating complex data into actionable insights, contributing to the long-term vision of a robust and sustainable energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed power flow , short-circuit, and transient stability analyses for the electricity network.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated power system models using industry-standard software (e.g., PSS/E, PowerFactory).
• Evaluate the impact of new generation, transmission projects, and distributed energy resources on grid performance.
• Conduct contingency analysis and identify potential grid vulnerabilities, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Support the development of long-term system expansion plans and operational strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and present findings to engineering teams and management.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in power system analysis and planning.
• Expert proficiency with major power system simulation software packages.
• In-depth understanding of grid operations, protection systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to model complex systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presentations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Completely remote work environment, offering maximum flexibility.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and advanced training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of the energy grid through advanced analysis and strategic planning.