Power System Study Engineer

About Energy SystemsWe help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.Do you have passion working with a diverse, collaborative team to lead decarbonization and the advancement of Renewable Energy in Power Grids? Are you excited working on electric grid transmission planning, generation, large load interconnection such as data centers ?DNV Energy Systems’ group has an exciting opportunity for a Power System Study Engineer in its Renewables & Power Grids service area. Our team provides creative, cost effective and practical solutions to stakeholders in the power generation, transmission, and distribution systems. The Engineer must demonstrate vision and drive and be passionate about contributing to the growth of the Power Systems Advisory business in North America. The ideal candidate will contribute in delivering technical insights and providing customers with excellent customer service.Why you should work for us?Because within DNV’s Renewables and Power Grids group and organizational culture, how we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our Customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world.What You’ll DoPerform electrical System Impact Studies such as Steady State, Dynamic and Transient Stability analyses for generation, large load interconnections in PSS/EPerform Short Circuit studies in ASPENPerform Voltage ride through (VRT) tests, dynamic model quality tests, model benchmarkingPerform transmission planning & compliance assessments for bulk electric power system in PSS/EProduce and/or review technical reports and presentations for external CustomersTimely completion of projects assigned while meeting project quality and project budgetDevelop or modify automation scripts to enhance the efficiency, speed and accuracy of technical simulationsStay up to date with relevant NERC, ISO/RTO planning procedures, policy changes and developmentsContribute to the team’s research and innovation activities in terms of development of new techniques and/or analytical tools to further the team’s performance in terms of efficiency and/or capability improvementsCultivate customer relationships, technical advisory support for generations, and large load interconnections connecting to transmission systemThis role is based at our DNV office in Toronto (ON) or Montreal (QB) presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.The position may also be considered at other DNV offices within Canada.French language equivalent of the description follows to accommodate bilingual applicants.What is RequiredBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with emphasis on electric power systemsMinimum 2 + years of direct working experience to include transmission planning, expansion, generation and/or large load interconnection related analyses, NERC reliability standards such as TPL/MOD/CIPMinimum 2 + years of hands-on experience with power-system tools such as PSS/EIn-depth understanding of fundamentals of electric power systems and renewable energyStrong organizational, interpersonal (written & verbal) skills, problem solving and analytical skillsAbility to work in a dynamic team environmentStrong written and verbal English communication skills (The employee would be required to draft and review internal documents in English to be used throughout North America)We conduct pre-employment background screeningWhat is PreferredKnowledge of ERCOT Electricity Market planning & interconnection practicesDemonstrable hands-on experience with one or more power system analysis software packages including ASPEN, TARAActive PE LicenseGraduate level degree with emphasis on Electric Power SystemsWorking knowledge of automation scripts such as PythonKnowledge of other Electricity Markets (such as PJM, MISO, NYISO, ISONE) planning & interconnection practicesWhat is Required (French)Baccalauréat en génie électrique avec une spécialisation en systèmes d'alimentation électriqueMinimum de 2 + ans d'expérience de travail directe pour inclure la planification du transport, l'expansion, la production et/ou les analyses liées à l'interconnexion de charges importantes, les normes de fiabilité NERC telles que TPL/MOD/CIPMinimum 2 + ans d'expérience pratique avec des outils de système d'alimentation tels que PSS/ECompréhension approfondie des principes fondamentaux des systèmes d'alimentation électrique et des énergies renouvelablesSolides compétences organisationnelles, interpersonnelles (écrites et verbales), résolution de problèmes et compétences analytiquesCapacité à travailler dans un environnement d'équipe dynamiqueSolides compétences en communication écrite et verbale en anglais (l'employé serait tenu de rédiger et d'examiner des documents internes en anglais pour les utiliser partout en Amérique du Nord)Nous effectuons une vérification des antécédents avant l'embaucheCe qui est préféré (French)Ce qui est préféréConnaissance des pratiques de planification du marché de l'électricité et d'interconnexion d'ERCOTExpérience pratique démontrable avec un ou plusieurs progiciels d'analyse de systèmes électriques, y compris ASPEN, TARALicence PE activeDiplôme d'études supérieures avec spécialisation en systèmes d'alimentation électriqueConnaissance pratique des scripts d'automatisation tels que PythonConnaissance des autres marchés de l'électricité (tels que PJM, MISO, NYISO, ISONE) pratiques de planification et d'interconnexionEqual OpportunityDNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.BenefitsGenerous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plans available to all employeesSpecial programs – Employee Assistance Program and accident and critical illness options for you and your familyWorkplace strategies for mental help resources available to all employeesRegistered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company matchCompany provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefitsEducation Assistance ProgramFlexible work schedule with hybrid opportunitiesConsumer discounts and rewards through our BenefitsHubAdvancement opportunitiesNotesBenefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election #J-18808-Ljbffr