Senior Engineer, Transmission Planning

Description

Division : Planning - Electricity

Location : Edmonton AB

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Position Summary :

Always there. Anywhere . Thats us!Weve got a lot of energy at ATCO focused on creating prosperity for generations to challenge and growth because your career journey at ATCO has the potential tobe full of new experiences inspiring challenges and growth without boundaries.

At ATCO our senior engineers form a crucial component to the overall business and their value is consistently recognized. Here you will have opportunities to lead initiatives with your technical expertise and will be propelled to take responsibility and embrace challenges. Its part of our culture of growth and caring - for each other our communities and for those who need us. It comes down to trusting people and taking every opportunity to ensure they feel part of our peer community.

Reporting to the Supervising Engineer Transmission Planning this role applies in-depth power system analysis skills in transmission planning and is responsible for leading and / or completing studies related to system planning and integration of load various type of generators and HVDC / FACTS devices in the transmission networks.

Responsibilities :

Lead / perform steady state transient and power quality analysis using PSSE and / or PSCAD for the planning and integration of new loads synchronous and asynchronous generators energy storage systems and HVDC / FACTS devices to enable customer connections and ensure proper development of the transmission system.

Lead / perform various power system studies to assess transmission capability of ATCOs system and make recommendations on strategic system development.

Lead the collaborative work with the AESO the market participant and other stakeholders to develop connection strategies mitigation plans project scope and Functional Specification to connect customer and system projects to the Alberta Interconnected Electrical System (AIES).

Review / develop PSS / E and / or PSCAD models for transmission facilities to integrate into base cases and complete data submission to AESO.

Work with equipment vendor to develop review and modify the PSSE / PSCAD models of HVDC FACTS and generators for the purpose of planning studies and data submission.

Acting as the owners engineer with contractors and vendors for various system studies and project support including but not limited to developing scope of work monitoring progress performing quality control and completing detailed reviews of contractor / vendor reports results data and assumptions etc.

Acting as the primary liaison between ATCO and AESO (or other local ISOs government agencies) to ensure that relevant planning and operational requirements are met.

Acting as the lead engineer in bidding and delivering system analysis as part of the overall bidding package for HVDC FACTS energy storage generator connection control system tuning etc. Responsibilities include but not limited to defining the technical specification preparing the bid package evaluating bids and contract negotiations etc.

Evaluate and recommend new technologies that will improve power system reliability efficiency or costs. Support various innovation activities to improve power system performance.

Represent ATCO Electric as subject matter expert on external technical committees working groups panels and counsels as required.

Mentor / coach engineers technologists and other staff in the areas of advanced power system analysis.

Qualifications :

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. Graduate degree preferred.

Professional Engineer designation with APEGA.

A minimum of 7 years of related planning or operation experience in the electrical utility industry.

Demonstrated skills and experience in power system steady state and transient analysis related to load generator energy storage and HVDC / FACTS planning integration and commissioning.

In-depth knowledge and experience of modelling for synchronous and inverter-based generators energy storage HVDC FACTS and control systems etc.

Proven experience and ability to define scope complete and develop solutions to ensure robust system planning.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Demonstrated capabilities of developing sound engineering judgement and decision-making.

Demonstrated business acumen.

Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with customers.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and professionally in a dynamic environment while managing multiple demands and priorities.

What We Offer :

A culture based on caring integrity agility collaboration and striving for excellence

Competitive compensation

Flex benefits

Tuition assistance program

Training and mentorship programs

Charitable donation matching

The diversity of the jobs and the markets that ATCOis in gives the company perspectives from manydifferent angles.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Electricis part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics Utilities Energy Infrastructure Retail Energy Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at . ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.

Issued : November 14 2025

Deadline : November 28 2025

Required Experience :

Senior IC

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1