Power System Engineering Technologist (P.L. Eng.)

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Manager, Project Engineering, this individual will be accountable for all or in part of the following:
• Development, authentication, and submission of complete, accurate, and timely transmission modelling data packages to the AESO for existing facilities and planned additions, modifications, and re-ratings of electrical facilities and infrastructure in accordance with AESO modelling-data requirements.
• Validation and maintenance of existing transmission-system and electrical-equipment models to ensure they accurately represent current facility configurations, equipment characteristics, operating conditions, and approved system changes.
• Development and maintenance of line-impedance calculations and reports.
• Development and maintenance of facility-rating reports for existing and planned transmission facilities.
• Ensuring modelling data, models, supporting documentation, and submissions comply with applicable AESO ISO Rules, Alberta Reliability Standards, and AltaLink Standards.
• Supporting the delivery of facility studies for system and customer projects, by providing transmission modelling, current and future system capacity assessments, power flow analysis, and short circuit information to other internal teams and external customers.
• Collaborating with AESO teams to improve modelling processes and procedures.
• Demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma. A focus on power systems is considered an asset.
• Professional Licensee (Engineering) P.L. Eng designation with the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or eligible to obtain such designation, with a defined scope of practice applicable to the duties of the position.
• Minimum of six 6 years of relevant experience related to engineering or modeling of high voltage transmission or distributions systems. Preference will be given to candidates with two or more years of specific engineering experience related to the modeling of electrical transmission and/or distribution systems and to candidates with a working knowledge of AESO rules and requirements.
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities.
• Technical knowledge and understanding of transmission system modeling operation and planning.
• Documented experience with PTI’s (Power Technology Incorporated) PSSE program and other power system analysis tools such as PSCAD/EMTDC is an asset.
• Familiar with the AESO Modeling Data requirements and rules.
• Strong verbal and written (reporting, graphical) communication skills with ability to work in a team environment and positively influence others.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a wide variety of issues on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Power Point, Excel etc.
• Proven track record of good attendance and performance.

Notes

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs
• Relocation support may be considered for eligible positions and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.