Ems Modelling Engineer or Analyst

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta's interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta's competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

We are looking for an Engineer or Analyst to join our team. The EMS Modelling Engineer/Analyst will be an integral part of the Data Management team within the Operations Systems department, supporting the real time operations of the Alberta Electrical Grid through management of modelling and display components of the Energy Management Systems (EMS) portfolio.

Operations Systems is a dynamic and highly collaborative team closely aligned with the real-time operation of Alberta's electrical grid and energy market. We monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and integrate changes within the EMS system and supporting infrastructure, all with the aim of providing real time situational awareness and decision support tools to system controllers.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Implement and manage updates to the EMS model based on changes to the topology of the AIES, including EMS SLDs and user interface displays to support regular database releases.

• Create and maintain custom user interface displays to support various EMS functional groups and enhance situational awareness in the control room.

• Troubleshoot real-time power system modelling and display issues or requests during working hours.

• Participate in on-call remote support of the EMS outside working hours. This can include direct technical support or routing issues to other on-call experts, depending on the nature of the incident.

• Contribute to upgrade and enhancement projects and strategic initiatives as a subject matter expert in real-time power systems modelling and displays.

• Propose and implement process changes to improve the management of the real-time power systems models and displays.

• Ensure compliance with AESO rules and standards.

You will enjoy working in this team:

• You are purpose driven and are excited to help the AESO deliver for Albertans.

• You thrive in a dynamic environment and are energized by change and innovation.

• You enjoy collaborating with others and an "all hands on deck" approach to teamwork.

• You can multitask and balance multiple files and projects in flight.

• You have a curious mind and enjoy digging in deep to learn how things work.

• You are comfortable to work in a highly secure environment where we consistently follow security protocols.

What you'll bring:

• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Power Systems Engineering or related discipline.

• Experience with energy management systems, including direct experience with GE EMS products, including Habitat and Source, is considered an asset.

• Electric utility experience and/or familiarity with the operation of the AESO and the Alberta power market is considered an asset.

• Effective oral and written communication skills utilized with co-workers and multiple levels of management.

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills that integrate critical thinking and sound judgement in high-pressure real-time scenarios.

• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with desire to stay current on latest job-relevant technologies.

• Able to interact with both business users and technical specialists.

Application deadline: March 5, 2025

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