Junior Electric Study Specialist

Junior Electric Study Specialist

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

We are seeking a Junior Electric Study Engineer to support power system planning, connection impact assessments, software modeling, and substation design studies. The role involves working with PSS®E, PSCAD, CYME, and GIS tools while also leveraging database management and Visual Basic (VB) programming to enhance modeling and automation processes. The ideal candidate will assist in analyzing electrical networks, developing software scripts, and supporting technical studies for power transmission and distribution systems.

This role will be based in Toronto, ON.

Your role within the team:

• Power System Planning & Studies:
  • Assist in load flow, short-circuit, and transient stability studies using PSS®E and PSCAD.
  • Support connection impact assessments (CIA) for generation, transmission, and distribution projects.
  • Contribute to distribution planning studies, evaluating network expansion, reliability, and DER (Distributed Energy Resource) integration.
• Software Modeling & Automation:
  • Develop, modify, and maintain power system models in PSS®E, PSCAD, CYME, and GIS.
  • Assist in delivering grounding, lightning, bus studies supporting substation design using CDEGS and WinIGS.
  • Use Python, MATLAB, and Visual Basic (VB) to automate power system simulations and data processing.
  • Work with databases (SQL, MS Access, or similar) to store, retrieve, and manage power system data efficiently.
• Substation & Network Studies:
  • Assist in substation grounding, insulation coordination, and equipment rating studies.
  • Conduct protection coordination, arc flash, and power quality analysis.
• Technical Documentation & Reporting:
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and study documentation.
  • Support the development of custom tools and scripts for data analysis and visualization.
  • Maintain and update power system databases for planning and operational analysis.
• Collaboration & Support:
  • Work closely with senior engineers, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
  • Assist in integrating power system models with GIS and database systems.
  • Collaborate with software developers to improve tool efficiency for planning and analysis.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
• (Preferred) Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering or related studies.
• Basic understanding of power system analysis, transmission, and distribution studies.
• Experience or coursework with PSS®E, PSCAD, CYME, and GIS software.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and Visual Basic (VB) for scripting and automation.
• Knowledge of databases (SQL, MS Access, PostgreSQL, or similar) for power system data management.
• Familiarity with load flow, short-circuit, and stability analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and technical writing abilities.
• Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and work in a structured environment.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.

Preferred Experience (Not Mandatory):

• Internship or academic project experience related to power system studies.
• Exposure to utility regulations, interconnection standards, and grid codes.
• Experience with automating power system workflows using programming languages.

Job Location & Work Environment:

• Hybrid or on-site work depending on project requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required for site visits or client meetings.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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