Senior Power System Engineer- EMT Studies

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.

About us

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 the role

DNV Energy Systems' Power Systems Advisory group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Power System Study Engineer with a focus in EMT Studies, 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 Senior 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 be a subject matter expert in delivering technical insights and delighting customers with excellent customer service.

At DNV our organizational culture and 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.

This role ideally will be 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 You'll Do

• Perform Electro-magnetic Transient (EMT) Studies such as sub synchronous resonance (SSR), control interaction (SSCI), ferro-resonance, temporary overvoltage (TOV), switching overvoltage (SOV), transient recovery voltage (TRV), harmonic, energization etc.
• Develop/tune PSCAD models, perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking analysis
• Produce and/or review quality technical reports and presentations for external Customers and for both internal and external stakeholders
• Timely completion of projects assigned while meeting project quality and project budget
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in EMT and special studies
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for area related to transmission grid reliability
• Develop or modify automation scripts to enhance the efficiency, speed and accuracy of technical simulations
• Actively attend (in person or remote) industry stakeholder meetings
• Stay up to date with assigned market changes in terms of NERC, FERC 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 new customer relationships, and assist in preparing responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP) and provide Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for new tenders/bids/opportunities

What we offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plans available to all employees
• Special programs Employee Assistance Program and accident and critical illness options for you and your family
• Workplace strategies for mental health resources available to all employees
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education Assistance Program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Consumer discounts and rewards through our BenefitsHub
• Advancement opportunities

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

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 135,000 - 190,000.

About you

What is Required

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum 5+ years of working experience at Utility, ISO/RTO, Consulting environment or renewable energy development companies
• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experiences with power‑system tools such as PSCAD
• In-depth understanding of fundamentals of electric power systems, renewable energy and EMT studies
• Direct work experience in transmission planning and development, generation, or load interconnection related analyses
• Knowledge of North American ISO/RTO grid interconnection and corresponding planning practices, system impact studies, NERC standards such as TPL/MOD/CIP
• Working knowledge of automation scripts such as Python
• Strong organizational, interpersonal (written & verbal) skills, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English (The employee would be required to draft and review internal documents in English to be used throughout North America)
• We conduct pre‑employment background screening

What is Preferred

• Active PE License
• Graduate level degree with emphasis on Electric Power Systems
• Hands on experience performing EMT Studies
• Demonstrable hands‑on experience with one or more power system analysis software packages including PSS/E, TSAT, TARA, ASPEN, PSLF
• Knowledge of ERCOT Electricity Market planning & interconnection practices
• Knowledge of other Electricity Markets (such as PJM, MISO, NYISO, ISONE and CAISO) planning & interconnection practices

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.

Equal‑Opportunity Employment Statement

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.