Power System Engineer

AltaLink, a member of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family, is seeking a Power System Engineer to join their Power System Studies team in Calgary. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical infrastructure that powers millions of Albertans. The position involves conducting various system and facility studies to support customer generation, load connection, and transmission system planning.

The successful candidate will work with both internal and external technical staff, providing expertise in power system studies and technical support throughout all project phases. This role is perfect for professionals with power system study experience looking to expand their knowledge in a dynamic utility environment.

As Alberta transitions to net-zero emissions and connects new renewable energy sources to the grid, AltaLink's transmission system plays a crucial role as the backbone of the changing electricity system. The position offers work with meaning, development opportunities, and work-life balance.

Key responsibilities include delivering engineering studies for generation and load connection, optimizing connection alternatives, conducting system planning assessments, and providing technical support for new business development initiatives. The role requires expertise in various analyses, including contingency power-flow, short circuit, voltage stability, and harmonic assessments.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, professional engineering registration eligibility, and minimum 4 years of relevant experience. They should possess strong technical knowledge of transmission system modeling and familiarity with industry-standard tools like PSSE and PSCAD/EMTDC.

AltaLink offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work arrangements. Join a company that values diversity, inclusion, and environmental responsibility while contributing to Alberta's sustainable energy future.