Job Description

Level Experienced Position Type Full Time

Looking for an energized transmission planning study engineer to join our grid solutions team as we strengthen reliability, support renewable integration, and advance grid modernization for our clients. A bachelor’s degree is required, and in support of all aspects of transmission studies on power flow, voltage stability, transient stability, and other power system analyses. Some experience with PSS/E, PSLF, TARA, or similar software for power system studies is required.

A little about E Source

E Source combines industry-leading research, data science, and consulting to help utilities make and implement better data-driven decisions that positively impact their customers, their bottom line, and our planet. Headquartered in Boulder, CO, we have teams across the US and Canada. Learn more at www.esource.com

How you’ll help

• Performing power system analysis and network modeling to meet client specifications in reliability, regulation, and quality requirements.
• Conducting studies in areas such as generator connections, voltage stability, arc-flash energy, insulation coordination, and power station design.
• Preparing detailed technical reports and contributing to technical work products.
• Collaborating with a global team to execute studies and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Managing client relationships and expectations, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Contributing to business development activities and identifying new client opportunities.

• Will perform power system analysis for transmission system, including power flow, voltage stability, transient stability and short circuit analyses.

What will make you a great fit

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Preferred master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering
• Some experience in stability study using PSS/E, congestion analysis/cost modeling studies or cluster feasibility studies across various ISOs (MISO, CAISO, PJM, SPP or other ISOs)
• Knowledge in electric power system, synchronous generator, motor, power electronic inverters, wind turbines and solar.
• Experience with transmission studies on power flow, voltage stability, and other power system analyses.
• Proficient with the PSS®E software package, including all modules for load-flow, short-circuit and transient stability analysis. Experience with alternative planning software applications, including TARA, PSLF, DigSILENT, or DSA Tools, is highly desirable
• Background in static and dynamic modelling of power systems components in PSS/E or DSA tools, including HVDC, VSC, Static Var Compensators, STATCOM and Thyristor Controlled Series Capacitors.
• PSS/E model development and IPLAN and/or Python programming is an asset
• Knowledge of reliability and interconnection of the transmission system.
• Eager to learn ISO cluster interconnection process and transmission stability analysis
• Knowledge of substation layout and protection and control
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills

What you can expect

• Excellent insurance packages, including medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life insurance; company-paid long- and short-term disability insurance; and medical and dependent-care flexible spending plans.
• A flexible time off (FTO) program where you can take as many paid days off per year as they need, with manager approval, while fulfilling their work obligations and ensuring proper coverage of their responsibilities.
• Flexible schedules, flexible work locations, and a paid parental leave benefit.
• A 401(k)/RRSP plan with a 3% employer match.

The budgeted salary for this position is

• $110,000-$150,000 CAD

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US or Canada. We’re unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Employees of E Source are encouraged to apply. To foster a positive work environment and company culture, we support our employees in their career growth at E Source. If you are interested in similar job opportunities in the future, visit the E Source careers page for a listing of all open positions and contact Human Resources.

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