Power System Modelling Engineer in Surrey

The Engineering Service Business Unit focuses on power system software development, power system and substation consulting studies, compliance testing services, and asset management solutions for electric utilities and other clients in the power industry. We are the vendor of the cutting-edge power system analysis software package, DSATools™, recognized globally for dynamic security assessment of large complex power systems for both off-line (system planning) and on-line applications (near-real-time operation). We provide a full spectrum of study services including:

• Fast electromagnetic transient switching studies
• Power system planning and operation studies (transient, small-signal, voltage, and frequency stabilities)
• Post-mortem investigation of system disturbances and events
• Generation and load interconnection studies
• Generator modeling including wind and solar renewables
• Load model development or validation via field testing
• NERC compliance studies (e.g., TPL, PRC, MOD, CIP, etc.)

We are equipped with a Real-Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) for evaluating and testing new control, protection, and communication schemes and devices. The Senior Power System Modelling Engineer will perform model validation and control tuning for generation plants, including wind, solar, and energy storage systems, as well as conducting validation and simulation studies in compliance with NERC and other applicable reliability standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing power plant technical documentation and preparing unit-specific test plans in accordance with applicable standards and project requirements
• Conducting power system simulation studies aligned with NERC and other reliability standards
• Preparing detailed engineering reports communicating methodologies, analysis, and findings
• Performing peer reviews of technical reports to ensure quality and compliance
• Traveling to industrial and power generation sites globally to perform onsite generator model validation testing
• Developing technical proposals, including scope, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Collaborating with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure successful execution

Remote work is acceptable, provided deliverables meet expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems strongly preferred); Bachelor’s degree with direct & relevant experience will be considered
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or other jurisdictions
• At least 5 years of work experience in power system transient stability studies, protection & control, or related post-grad research
• Strong knowledge and understanding of generator and renewable modeling, power system and/or substation protections, and control systems of synchronous generators, renewables, FACTs, etc.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in power plant (thermal, solar, wind, BESS, etc.) power flow, dynamic and short circuit analysis using simulation software (PSCAD, DSATools, PSS/E, PSLF, ASPEN, ETAP, etc.)
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in power plant and generator protection and control theory and practice on relay instruments (SEL, Beckwith, GE Multilin, etc.)
• Experience on site commissioning and testing including regular field work following procedures, data collection using digital DAQ systems, control equipment function and communication troubleshooting, safety training and awareness, considered an asset
• Must hold a valid class 5 BC driver’s license or equivalent
• Willing and eligible to work and travel in the US for site testing

Job Status: Full-Time Regular
Job Affiliation: M&P
Job Level: P3 (Annual salary range: $119K - 148K). The salary range will depend on the level the individual is assessed at. Applicants will be assessed based on current status with EGBC, years of experience, relevancy and quality of experience, as well as their core competencies. Internationally-trained engineers may be considered if eligible for EGBC registration. As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to complete a written test/assessment and/or a presentation as part of the interview process. Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment.