Freelance Power System Study Engineer Jobs in Alberta

Wood is currently recruiting for an Senior Electrical Power system Engineer to join our Conventional Energy Canada team in Calgary office.

Responsibilities:

• Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, engineering and design calculations.
• Understands the standard engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating.
• Perform engineering and design duties associated with project scope of work and liaise with other project discipline
• Quality control of all deliverables within the scope of electrical engineering.
• Execute engineering and design activities (Concept, Front End Engineering Development, Technical Study & Detailed Design)
• Prepare and/or review electrical single line diagrams, wiring diagrams and schematics, Load list, Equipment list, Cable scheudles and all other Electrical delievrables assigned by lead.
• Perform/review of electrical power systems studies and calculation, including Steady State and Dynamic simulations
• Assist in preparing documents for grid connection permits, approvals, and liaising with utilities and regulatory agencies
• Prepare/review of transmission and distribution system protective relay settings
• Assist in preparation of technical specifications, preliminary and detailed design of balance of plant systems, and selection of appropriate materials and equipment
• Analyze power system reports and provide technical recommendations for design reference.
• Provide technical support to design team, as required.
• Support in preparing detailed specifications and contract documents for procurement of major electrical equipment and construction document packages, and on-site supervision of installation
• Assist in preparing drawing/document lists, with associated engineering budgets
• Visit project sites for project related activities

• Electrical Engineering degree with completed courses in power system analysis and electrical machines.
• In-depth understanding in power system simulations, analysis and report preparation.
• Understanding in performing different power system studies: short circuit, load flow, static and dynamic motor starting, protection coordination, arc flash, harmonic studies and grounding studies.
• Understanding and experience in performing dynamic and transient stability studies is an advantage.
• An understanding of the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) as well as TFO and DFO system in Alberta (and applicable utility in BC).
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with a minimum of 15 years experience in electrical MV/HV power system design, projects in HV transmission and substations and associated electrical equipment/components
• Knowledge in IEEE/ANSI standards, Canadian Electrical Codes (CEC) and other relevant industry standards.
• Knowledge in Alberta Electrical Utility Code and standards (and applicable code in BC). 
• Experience in:
• Power system analysis/calculations, including engineering software
• Power equipment common to utility transmission systems and substations
• Preparing drawing lists and budget hours
• Grid interconnection technical requirements
• Transmission and Distribution system code
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with clients and staff at all levels
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and coordination skills

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

Experience in power system engineering software:

• ETAP
• SKM
• PSS/E (familiarity/interpretations)
• CYMECAP (Cooper Power)
• EASYPOWER
• PSCAD

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