Power System Consulting Engineer

Powertech Labs Inc is a cleantech company with the mission of being a trusted innovation partner providing solutions, specialized testing, and technical expertise for a safe and sustainable global energy future. Powertech has a global reputation for delivering transformative solutions in both the electric power industry as well as the transport sector. A clean future will be driven by electric and hydrogen power, and we will help get there. We are always guided by our values as a global clean-technology and engineering company:

• Diverse Teams: We are strongest together and capitalize on our varied attributes – together we are more than the sum of parts.
• Challenges: We ready ourselves for the hardest challenges – through attaining accreditations, developing industry-leading innovative products & services, investing in our labs, hiring great people, and making them better.
• Excellence: Striving for excellence, acting with integrity, and having the highest standards in quality are core to what we do.
• Safety: This top everything. We do our work safely or we do not do it at all.
• Our Customers: Customers fuel this company and we constantly work with them to earn and retain their trust and loyalty. We expect that our customers hold us accountable to our commitments.

Sector Overview

Powertech’s Power Systems Software team meets the need for grid security with a comprehensive suite of power system analysis tools, and with capabilities of examining and optimizing power system performance. Powertech’s flagship software package, DSATools™, incorporates leading-edge technologies for both off-line (system planning) and on-line (near-real-time operation) dynamic security assessment of large complex power systems. Powertech also provides a wide range of technical consulting services, and the up-to-date and real-world experience in performing power system consulting studies worldwide also aids the software team in constantly improving the software tools to address new technical challenges as they emerge. To learn more about DSATools information visit

Role Overview

Powertech has an exciting and challenging opportunity for Power System Consulting Engineers to join a team of professionals based at Powertech Labs in Surrey, B.C or remotely (within Canada). The Power System Consulting Engineer will primarily be involved in both power system analysis software development (including software feature as well as model development). The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to be involved with power systems studies/consulting projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing power system studies ranging from dynamic model validation, transmission planning and operation, load and generation interconnection, integration of renewables, compliance studies, etc.
• Development and implementation of computational methods, software features, and models for use in various power systems simulation platforms
• Assistance in marketing and delivery of software, software projects and consulting projects
• Visiting client’s facilities for commissioning, training, or support
• Participation in research and development efforts
• Feature design, coding, testing, and documentation of software
• Customer support and software product maintenance

Qualifications

The successful applicant will have a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering specializing in power systems from a recognized post-secondary institution and is eligible to register as a professional engineer in Canada and at least 4 years of experience as a Studies Engineer, Consulting Engineer or Software Engineer in a similar position or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Knowledge of power systems analysis, modeling techniques, and computational algorithms.
• General understanding of reliability standards and regulations related to power system operation, protection, grid voltage and frequency controls
• Experienced with programming in one or more of the following: C/C++, FORTRAN, Visual Basic, Java, Python, and Matlab
• Proficient in use of power system simulation software packages
• Knowledge of protection and control systems of renewable and conventional generation, substations and power systems and experience in the application or development of commercial software would be an asset

Location: Surrey, B.C. or Remote within Canada

Note: applicants who wish to work remotely must indicate this in their application. If shortlisted for the role, the Hiring Team will review & discuss the remote working arrangement accordingly.

Job Status: Full-Time Regular

Note: Candidates with less qualifications and experience may be considered for a P1 Engineer role. Candidates with more qualifications and experience may be considered for experienced Engineer role.

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.

Powertech Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at Powertech Labs.

Maintaining customer-confidence and our reputation is key: To this end, all our campus and laboratories are accredited to ISO9001 (quality), ISO14001 (environment stewardship) and ISO45001 (safety) and IEC/ISO 17025 for over 100 standards. To complement the focus on accreditation, we encourage our experts to drive global standards and provide development opportunities for all staff to grow in their role and to advance in their careers. Working at Powertech is not a job but a career.

ALL CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR COVER LETTER, RESUME, DIPLOMA/DEGREE, ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS & PROOF OF PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION.

Note that applicants are required to submit/upload a copy of their College transcripts and Diploma as proof of post secondary graduation. If applicable, a copy of your work visa is also required.

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