Power System Engineering Technologist in Calgary

Powering a bright future starts with you! At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.

We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you're on our team, you're supporting Alberta's homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on.

AltaLink is seeking a Power System Engineering Technologist (P.L. Eng.) to join the Project Engineering team. The successful candidate will focus on development, validation, and management of transmission-system and electrical-equipment models. They will work with internal teams, the AESO, and other stakeholders, to prepare transmission modelling data packages (PDUPs), line-impedance calculations, and facility-rating reports; support small interconnection studies; provide system-capacity, power-flow, and short-circuit information; and help improve modelling processes and procedures. The role is also responsible for ensuring modelling data records, documentation, and submissions comply with applicable AESO ISO Rules, Alberta Reliability Standards, and associated requirements.

This opportunity is open to individuals who are registered with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) as a Professional Licensee (Engineering), P.L.(Eng.), or individuals who are eligible to obtain that designation. The successful candidate will apply sound technical judgement, maintain accurate and auditable modelling records, and contribute to the safe, reliable, and economic interconnection to and operation of Alberta’s transmission system.

Responsibilities:

• 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 distribution 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.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

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.