Technical Lead, Power System Studies

Responsibilities

• Provide direct project leadership on Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) power system studies, including developing methodologies and analyzing simulation results.
• Oversee a team of engineers in executing studies for generation, transmission, and distribution levels, with an emphasis on HVDC and inverter-based resource (IBR) systems.
• Manage client relations, business development activities, and the preparation of technical proposals and cost estimates.
• Provide technical mentorship, guidance, and training to team members.
• Lead research and development activities related to new technologies and innovative modeling/simulation techniques.
• Represent the company in international organizations such as IEEE or CIGRE and contribute to technical papers and conferences.

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng or PE) is required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience as an electrical engineer, specifically focused on EMT studies for generation, transmission, renewable energy, and HVDC systems.
• Expert-level proficiency in PSCAD and other EMT software applications.
• Strong background in power system analysis software such as PSSE, PSLF, ASPEN, ETAP, or DIgSILENT.
• Expert understanding of North American power systems and NERC TPL standards.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with static and dynamic modeling of HVDC converters, STATCOMs, and other power electronic devices.
• International experience completing power system planning studies.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellness program and health/wellness spending accounts.
• Group registered retirement savings plan (RRSP).
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage.
• Paid time off.

About the Company

Stantec is one of the world’s top design firms, working on complex challenges to modernize electric grids and build clean energy infrastructure. Our Power System Studies Center of Excellence operates with the strength of a $3B company and the agility of a specialized power group, pushing the boundaries of grid modernization and renewable energy integration.