Power System Engineer

Power System Planning Engineer 

Description: 

Our Power Systems Planning team is looking for a Power System Planning Engineer. In addition to 

supporting our business, this individual will make a significant contribution to the growth of activities 

in transmission and distribution. The work will include modelling and performing power system 

studies for major energy clients worldwide. The projects typically cover all aspects of the power 

sector, including generation (conventional & non-conventional), transmission, distribution, and 

industrial systems. The candidate should demonstrate understanding of Transmission and 

Distribution Fundamentals, including impacts of distributed energy resources. Study efforts will 

require judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard 

engineering techniques for electric transmission / distribution system planning procedures and 

criteria. Work will involve conventional engineering practices as well as a variety of complex features 

related to the power flow and stability of electrical systems.  

Qualifications 

Desired skill sets: 

• Master’s in electrical engineering or Bachelor’s in electrical engineering or Power Systems 

Engineering. 

• 3-5 years relevant professional experience. 

• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and presentation skills. 

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. 

• Flexible approach to work, and ability to prioritize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines 

and client needs. 

• Perform technical modeling and power grid studies. Coordinate with department project managers 

and staff to complete deliverables as required. - Demonstrate expertise in using power system 

analysis software such as PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP, PSCAD, SKM, CYME, Synergi, DigSILENT, Windmil, 

MiPower and ETAP etc.  

• Experience with power system planning and operations: Power flow studies, reactive 

compensation and contingency analysis, short circuit, transient stability, dynamic Studies, reliability 

studies, risk assessment techniques, and protection co-ordination studies; generator 

interconnection; load forecasting and harmonics analysis. 

• Develop tools /scripts using software such as Python, Visual Basic etc. to automate the repetitive 

tasks during projects. 

• Familiar with IEEE/NERC & IEC etc. standards and work experience in North America power system 

fundamentals will be added advantage. 

• Develop tools using software such as Python, Visual Basic etc. to automate the repetitive tasks 

during projects. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to 

ensure deliverable deadlines are met. 

• Assist in preparing training materials and processing documentation for team members. 

• Ability to work independently and adjust to multiple time zones. 

• In addition, you must be available to travel internationally