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Power System Study Specialist

Power System Study Specialist

ABB • Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
4 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Service Manager


Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Serve as the technical lead for power system simulations and grid/interconnection compliance across the Americas.
  • Lead delivery of generator/grid compliance studies and oversee RMS and EMT simulation work using industry tools (e.g., PSS®E, PSCAD, PowerFactory, RTDS).
  • Ensure high-quality model development, validation, and clear reporting aligned with utility and operator expectations.

Regulatory & Standards Alignment

  • Interpret and apply North American reliability/interconnection requirements (e.g., NERC and ISO/RTO expectations) and Latin American local grid codes, as applicable.
  • Coordinate with utilities and grid operators (transmission/system operators and planning/reliability counterparts) to secure approvals and resolve technical gaps.
  • Maintain awareness of evolving standards, grid codes, and compliance practices across the region.

Customer Engagement & Representation

  • Act as the primary customer-facing SME for grid modeling and compliance in the Americas.
  • Support technical workshops, clarifications, and executive-ready client communications.

Business Growth & Market Development

  • Identify and support opportunities in grid code compliance, dynamic modeling, commissioning/model validation support, and grid modernization studies across North and South America.
  • Build relationships with key market stakeholders (developers, utilities, IPPs, OEMs, EPCs, consult-ants) and support proposals and technical positioning.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with extensive experience in Power Generation and Power System Studies; a Master’s or PhD is considered an asset.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in power system analysis, grid integration studies, and dynamic simulation.
  • Proven expertise with simulation tools such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, PowerFactory, and RTDS.
  • Proven experience developing automation tools/tasks using Python and MATLAB in conjunction with simulation tools.
  • Strong understanding of NERC standards, including MOD-026, MOD-027, PRC-019, and PRC-024 or other local standards, as applicable.
  • Experience working with ISOs/RTOs and utilities across the Americas.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex studies and influence technical decisions.

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

#ABBCareers

#RunwithABB

#Runwhatrunstheworld

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women

• Indigenous Peoples

• Members of visible minorities

• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

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