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How much do aeso jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for aeso in the United States is $52.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.19 and $63.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by AESO (Alberta Electric System Operator) professionals, and how can new hires prepare for them?

AESO professionals often work in a fast-paced environment where they must balance real-time decision-making with long-term planning to ensure the reliability of Alberta's electric grid. Common challenges include adapting to rapidly changing grid conditions, integrating new technologies, and collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders such as utilities, regulators, and market participants. New hires can prepare by developing strong analytical skills, staying updated on industry trends, and building effective communication abilities to facilitate teamwork and stakeholder engagement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AESO (Alberta Electric System Operator), and why are they important?

To thrive as an AESO professional, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, energy systems, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in power system operations. Familiarity with SCADA systems, energy market platforms, and regulatory compliance tools is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help you excel in dynamic environments. These skills are crucial to ensuring the reliable operation and regulation of Alberta’s electricity grid while balancing stakeholder needs and market stability.

What is the difference between Aeso vs HVAC Technician?

AspectAesoHVAC Technician
Required CredentialsCertification in electrical systems, safety trainingHVAC certification, EPA license
Work EnvironmentElectrical systems, industrial settingsHeating, ventilation, air conditioning systems
Industry UsageElectrical and industrial sectorsBuilding services, residential and commercial HVAC
Common Search/ComparisonElectrical roles, industrial maintenanceHVAC repair, climate control

While both Aeso and HVAC Technician roles involve technical skills, Aeso typically focuses on electrical systems and industrial environments, requiring specific electrical certifications. HVAC Technicians specialize in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, often working in building maintenance. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role based on their skills and industry interests.

What are AESOs?

AESO stands for Alberta Electric System Operator. An AESO is responsible for operating and maintaining Alberta’s electricity grid, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power to consumers. They manage the real-time electricity market, plan for future grid needs, and coordinate the integration of new energy sources. The AESO is a not-for-profit entity that works independently of electricity market participants to provide open access to the transmission system.
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What states have the most Aeso jobs? States with the most job openings for Aeso jobs include:
Infographic showing various Aeso job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 83% Full Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 67% Physical, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,557 per year, or $52.2 per hour.
Senior Power System Planning & Study Engineer

Senior Power System Planning & Study Engineer

Arcadis

Chicago, IL • On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Arcadis rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 352 rated engineering


Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is currently seeking a highly motivated Sr. Power System Planning & Study Engineer to join the Power Delivery team in USA 
Arcadis' Power Delivery group partners with clients to provide comprehensive plans that incorporate all aspects of their projects. You can see this in the work we do for our clients, the opportunities we create for our people, and in our efforts to enhance the communities in which we live and work. We bring together world-class resources and the latest innovative technologies to help define the cities and experiences of tomorrow.

This is a Technical position within the Power Delivery unit of Arcadis. The position consisting in the coordination/development of the Power System Planning & Study team, and and/or performing HVAC and/or HVDC planning/feasibility studies, interconnection studies, transient studies and systems analysis investigations for clients in North America primarily, but also globally. The incumbent will also work closely with other Power Delivery & Renewables department, including the Substation Engineering, Transmission Engineering, Protection & Control Engineering, and the Renewables teams, as well as with other Arcadis divisions on related system studies and power sector master plans. As part of the Power Delivery team, you will help improve quality of life. 

Role accountabilities:

  • Support, develop, and deliver various complex power system study & planning project within regulated, non-regulated, developer, or other industrial clients 
  • Perform and review power systems analysis activities including load-flow, short-circuit, transient stability, electromagnetic transient, small-signal stability analysis, system impact study, reliability analysis etc.
  • Perform planning/system performance studies and transient studies for compliance with prevailing standards and criteria and good engineering practice.
  • Delivery of accurate and thorough planning, studies, system design, report summary and other client system study deliverables that will meet industry standards and specifications and meet good engineering practice with excellent constructability.
  • Responsible for QA on client reports and deliverables 
  • Maintaining close coordination and help other relevant Arcadis Business Units and Practices for cross selling and cross staffing opportunities.  As well as Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals.

We are seeking an individual with a strong team player mindset and excellent communication skills to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate effectively with colleagues.  Additionally, this position may involve travel of up to 25% to client sites and customer meetings, both within North America and potentially internationally.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum 8 years of direct experience with experience in power system study analysis and planning 
  • Must be proficient with the PSSE, PSCAD and PSS/E software package, including load-flow, short-circuit and transient stability analysis. Experience with alternative planning software applications, including TARA, PSLF, DigSILENT, or DSA Tools, is highly desirable
  • Must be familiar and experienced with key North American Market Operators (i.e. MISO, PJM, NE-ISO, NY-ISO, CAISO, ERCOT, SSP, AESO, IESO) policies, guidelines, regulations, rules, model analysis, requirements and criteria as applicable to grid interconnection, performance and planning, especially related to bulk power systems.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • PE License

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP,  401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.  We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $97600 - $169360. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

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About Arcadis

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Our work with clients has a direct impact on people's lives and on the planet. We make moving, living and belonging in cities safer, more resilient and more sustainable. By partnering with our clients as responsible custodians of our earth's resources, we can create a sustainable planet. We continue to think of new ways to make positive impacts and create better experiences for people; data driven and digital solutions have become part of the Arcadis DNA. Working together with clients and using techniques like design thinking, we can get to the heart of our clients' most pressing challenges and work together to solve them.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Highlands Ranch, CO, US