Grid Integration & Studies Engineer- Canada (m/f/d)

Montreal, QC
$170,000-190,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It's the individual that defines the team. And it's the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.POSITION SUMMARYThe role of Grid integration & Studies Engineer directly supports the company's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. You will join Nordex Energy Canada ULC as part of the Global Nordex Engineering Grid Integration group to support business in North America. The role will support the Project's interconnection process from application to commissioning, including the dynamic model analysis and model tune ups for the interconnection's studies and compliance of the reliability standards.WHAT YOU'LL DO

Track and keep up to date the respective ISOs codes and requirements as they relate to the reliability standards, project interconnection and dynamic models.
Assess the respective ISOs grid code compliance based on the existing product portfolio. Provide guidance regarding the interface to meet the respective code and interconnection process.
Own and lead conversations with project stakeholders concerning project application data (tech specs, forms, dynamic models), interconnection process (planning, studies), and commissioning (plant test, commissioning reports).
Support project owner during the interconnection process, coordinating the internal support from Global Engineering, and tracking all the data (tech specs, forms, dynamic models, test reports) required for project interconnection.
Conduct simulations with the dynamic models (PSS/e, TSAT, PSCAD) representing the wind turbine generators and plant controller, including the elements comprising the Balance of Plant to meet the reliability standards, ISO's code, or to demonstrate the dynamic model's quality.

Be the liaison with Global Engineering Grid Integration group, developing strategies to support business in North America.WHAT YOU HAVE

Bachelor's degree in electrical power engineering from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
PHD in Power Electronics is desirable.
5 plus years of working experience in renewable or traditional energy development, or transmission planning.
Experience with HV and transmission system planning, especially project interconnection processes.
Experience with dynamic model analysis software (PSCAD, PSS/e, TSAT, DIgSILENT).
Knowledge and experience with power systems integration (onshore wind farms), project application, reliability standards and ISOs interconnection requirements.
Broad knowledge and familiarity with the NERC reliability standards, and most representative ISOs codes in North America (ERCOT, NSPI, CAISO, AESO, SaskPower, Hydro Quebec).
Above-average expertise using different software languages for dynamic model analysis (PSCAD, PSS/e, TSAT, DigSILENT-Power Factory) for studying power systems integration.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex issues in an easy-to-understand manner.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical thinking.
Clear and concise technical report writing and presentation skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office).
Requirement of English & French Proficiency
Ability and willingness to travel (20% typical).

Must be able to work in Canada with no Company sponsorship and have the ability to travel to the US for training.
Ability to successfully complete all Canadian regulatory laws surrounding pre-employment screening requirements.
Ability to travel to domestic and international locations for work and/or training for extended periods.

Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver's abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

The pay for this role is exempt at $170,000 - $190,000 CAD salary with up to a 10% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

Basic Life and AD&D
Dependent Life
Optional Life & Spousal Optional Life
Optional AD&D
Weekly Indemnity
Long Term Disability
Extended Health Care
Dental Care
RRSP Match - up to $5k based upon what you contribute

Equal Opportunity:Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.DEI:We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link:ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUPThe manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40 years. With more than 57 GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40 markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400 employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordexWe look forward to receiving your application! To make it more convenient for you, we are happy to receive your application without a cover letter.

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