Power System Study Engineer

Overview

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world's most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We 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.

About the role

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 Do

• Perform electrical System Impact Studies such as Steady State, Dynamic and Transient Stability analyses for generation, large load interconnections in PSS / E
• Perform Short Circuit studies in ASPEN
• Perform Voltage ride through (VRT) tests, dynamic model quality tests, model benchmarking
• Perform transmission planning & compliance assessments for bulk electric power system in PSS / E
• Produce and / or review technical reports and presentations for external Customers
• Timely completion of projects assigned while meeting project quality and project budget
• Develop or modify automation scripts to enhance the efficiency, speed and accuracy of technical simulations
• Stay up to date with relevant NERC, ISO / RTO planning procedures, policy changes and developments
• Contribute 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 improvements
• Cultivate customer relationships, technical advisory support for generations, and large load interconnections connecting to transmission system

This 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.

What we offer

Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election.

About you

What is Required

Considering that this position requires English proficiency, the recruitment process will be conducted in English. If you prefer the process to be conducted in French, please inform us immediately. In this case, you will still be assessed on your proficiency in English during the process.

What is Preferred

DNV 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.

For British Columbia (Vancouver) and Ontario (Toronto) : “DNV provides a reasonable compensation range for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. For the cities of Vancouver and Toronto, the range of starting pay for this role is $90,000 - $130,000.”

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