Transmission Planning Power Systems Studies Engineer-in-Training

At Stantec, we’re leading the energy transition by combining the strength of a large company with the agility of specialized teams to think big and tackle the hardest challenges. Join us, and you’ll be at the forefront of an evolving industry creating renewable energy solutions, modernizing the electric grid, and developing new power grid infrastructure. And as part of one of the world’s top engineering firms, you’ll have the chance to create connections and grow professionally while helping to evolve our power grid.

Your Opportunity

The Transmission Planning Power Systems Studies Engineer-in-Training conducts a wide range of power systems modelling and analysis, including power flow, short circuit, post-transient, and transient stability studies for system impact studies, load and generation interconnections, and NERC compliance studies. The applicant shall have experience with PSSE and Python; experience with PSLF and/or ASPEN would be considered an asset. An understanding of the analysis required to carry out these studies in compliance with applicable industry standards is necessary.

This position can be located out of any of Stantec's North American offices (Winnipeg, Calgary, Markham, and Mississauga are preferred) and is also open to remote options within North America.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform power system modelling and studies using PSS/E, PSLF, ASPEN. Types of studies include:
  • Power flow
  • Transient (dynamic) analysis
  • Post-transient analysis 
  • Short circuit
• Prepare scripts and programming to assist with the automation of the simulations, compilation of results, and analysis. 
• Prepare study reports, identifying assumptions, methodology, analysis, and results. 
• Participate in meetings with the client to initially kick off the project, review project progress and present results and recommendations. 
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and clients throughout project execution.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Understanding of electrical power system and power electronics theory.
• Proficiency in Python programming
• Experience with PSS/E required, experience with PSLF preferred.
• Experience with other power system simulation tools would be considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively explain and discuss solutions with clients.
• Self-motivated and able to collaborate with other engineers and engineers-in-training.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, including courses related to power system studies and analysis 
• Experience with PSS/E and Python required, PSLF experience would be considered as an asset. 

What We Offer

• Exposure to high-profile transmission and interconnection projects across North America.
• Mentorship from experienced power system engineers and technical leaders.
• Professional development and support toward obtaining your P.Eng. designation.
• Opportunities to work with advanced industry software and analytical tools.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative team environment.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. 

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.