Engineer – NERC and Power System Studies

Type of position:  Regular

When you join our team, you’ll mainly be involved in NERC compliance studies for modelling and assessing the dynamic performance of generation facilities connected to North American power systems. You’ll support projects from defining requirements to delivering reports, including onsite testing, modelling, results analyses and technical recommendations. You’ll work with a team specialized in power systems, stability, integration of power generation facilities and regulatory compliance.

You’ll also help ensure the quality of our services and maintain trusting relationships with our clients.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...
Carry out NERC compliance studies, specifically in accordance with MOD-025, MOD-026, MOD-027 and MOD-032 standards Develop, validate and calibrate dynamic models of generation equipment, and perform the required system studies, including load flow, short-circuit and stability
Analyze field tests, performance data and system disturbances to validate models and evaluate the behaviour of hydroelectric, wind, solar and industrial facilities
Prepare compliance documentation, run required simulations using tools such as PSS®E, work with clients and stakeholders and write and deliver technical reports

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?
Willingness to work together while having fun
Caring mindset that puts people first
Rigorous and ethical
Fascination for innovation
Ability to share and pass on knowledge
Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary Of Certifications And

Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and eligible to become a professional engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada
At least five years of experience in power systems, including NERC compliance, validation of dynamic models or stability studies
Knowledge of power system simulation software, such as PSS®E et CYME
Knowledge of transient and dynamic stability studies, as well as generator and converter control systems
Understanding of control parameters, transfer functions and control diagrams
Knowledge of NERC standards MOD-025, MOD-026, MOD-027 and MOD-032, as well as generator interconnection requirements
Knowledge of North American transmission systems and generator interconnection requirements
Available to work at client sites in Québec and across Canada
Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English‑speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects
Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec
Asset: master’s degree or doctorate in electrical engineering
Asset: a diploma from the Institut en génie de l’énergie électrique (IGEE)
Asset: experience working with renewable energy producers or power transmission operators
Asset: knowledge of AI tools applied to engineering

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards
Annual premium program for all regular employees
Onsite mobility premium
Time bank
Cellphone fee reimbursements
Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
Retirement savings plan
Annual vacation and sick leave
Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits
Opportunity to mentor our next generation:
We invest in our people and help them develop
A corporate culture that values expertise
Participation in innovation projects
Promotion of our experts (SMEs), both externally and…