System Operations Engineer

AltaLink is a power transmission company in Alberta, Canada, delivering electricity to millions of Albertans. They are part of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family.
Calgary, AB, Canada
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
4+ years of experience
Energy
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Description For System Operations Engineer

AltaLink is seeking a System Operations Engineer for an 18-24 month term position. As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family, AltaLink delivers sustainable electricity to customers in Alberta. The role involves providing engineering support to the AltaLink Control Centre, developing solutions for real-time operational issues, and working with the Outage Scheduling team. Key responsibilities include performing outage studies, risk assessments, and coordinating with the independent system operator. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, be registered or eligible for registration with APEGA, and have experience in power systems analysis or operations. This position offers work with meaning, opportunities for development, work-life balance, and the chance to contribute to the community while supporting Alberta's energy transition to net-zero emissions.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
  • Professional Engineer registration with APEGA or eligibility
  • 4+ years of experience in power systems analysis or operations (asset)
  • Experience with PSS/E or equivalent software
  • Proficiency in power flow and voltage stability studies
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Creative problem-solving abilities
  • Experience with Energy Management Systems (asset)

Benefits:

  • Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
  • Spending Accounts
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Hybrid Work Schedule for Eligible Roles
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work, and 13 Recognized Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Social Club
  • Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
  • Wellness Programs

Join AltaLink to be part of a team powering Alberta's future!

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For System Operations Engineer

  • Provide engineering support to the AltaLink Control Centre
  • Develop solutions to real-time operational issues
  • Work with Outage Scheduling team to determine optimal outage times
  • Perform outage studies and risk assessments on transmission system outages
  • Coordinate with independent system operator and other transmission facility owners
  • Provide windows of opportunity for outages in maintenance scope of work
  • Provide technical input into conceptual engineering and project scoping

Requirements For System Operations Engineer

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
  • Professional Engineer registration with APEGA or eligibility
  • Four or more years of experience in power systems analysis or operations (asset)
  • Experience with PSS/E or equivalent software
  • Proficiency in power flow and voltage stability studies
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Creative problem-solving abilities
  • Experience with Energy Management Systems (asset)

Benefits For System Operations Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
  • Spending Accounts
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Hybrid Work Schedule for Eligible Roles
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work, and 13 Recognized Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Social Club
  • Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
  • Wellness Programs

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