Senior Power Systems Model Validation Engineer

JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Defined contribution pension plan

Paid vacation and flex time

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.) seeks a Senior Engineer, Model Validation in Alberta to review and validate power system models and PDUPs. You will serve as a subject matter expert and mentor others, developing guidelines, checklists and streamlining validation processes.

You will contribute to interconnection study cases, collaborate across teams, and drive high‑quality project deliverables while enjoying a comprehensive compensation package including vacation, benefits, and a defined

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required; P.Eng. eligible with APEGA preferred.
• 10+ years in electric utility, with focus on power system modelling, PDUP creation, review and validation.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta's regulatory framework, tariffs, reliability standards, and transmission facilities.
• Proficiency with power system study tools, especially PSS/E for steady-state, dynamic, and EMT studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent technical reviews and validation of power system models used in studies.
• Validate model logic, data sources, methodologies, and results for accuracy and robustness.
• Review and validate generator, plant, and network static and dynamic models and parameterization.
• Validate line impedances, thermal ratings, transformer parameters, tap changers, phase shifters, and protection interfaces.
• Assess model convergence, numerical stability, and sensitivity to parameter variations.
• Interpret results and communicate implications, risks, and uncertainties to stakeholders.
• Mentor engineers on best practices and participate in cross‑functional groups.

Skills

Power system modelling

PDUP validation

Model validation leadership

Mentoring & training

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA

Tools

PSS/E

Job description

JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.) seeks a Senior Engineer, Model Validation in Alberta to review and validate power system models and PDUPs. You will serve as a subject matter expert and mentor others, developing guidelines, checklists and streamlining validation processes.

You will contribute to interconnection study cases, collaborate across teams, and drive high‑quality project deliverables while enjoying a comprehensive compensation package including vacation, benefits, and a defined