Transmission Planning Power Systems Studies Engineer-in-Training

Stantec · Calgary

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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.

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.

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