Senior Power Engineer

We are SLR Consulting (Canada) an 800 team of advisory environmental engineering and regulatory professionals across Canada. We deliver sustainability services through the integration of over 30 advisory disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

Role
SLR is seeking a Senior Power Engineer to lead engineering activities including design analysis simulation commissioning and technical advisory for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects throughout North America and the Caribbean. The primary focus for this role will be on projects in Alberta Ontario New York PJM and MISO regions.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented enjoys technical challenges leads client engagement and thrives in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities
Oversee and review all aspects of solar PV and battery energy storage system design for utility-scale projects ensuring technical accuracy regulatory compliance and adherence to SLR and industry standards.
Preparing scopes of work comprehensive proposals and costing engineering engagements.
Mentor team members review team deliverables for technical quality and consistency; set and uphold drawing standards and best practices across the practice.
Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders across all phases of design interconnection and construction.
Oversee project execution; assign tasks manage workflows track milestones and prepare status reports for senior management.
Interface with clients vendors utilities and local authorities to align project requirements and ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Conduct detailed energy production simulations and modeling for solar PV and storage systems using Excel and PVSyst.
Perform and review power system studies including underground ampacity load flow protective coordination short-circuit grounding and arc flash analysis using ETAP.
Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation including feasibility studies scopes of work commissioning reports technical specifications and RFP responses.
Assist Project Leads in prioritizing engineering tasks managing team resources and fulfilling administrative duties as needed.
Ensure project designs comply with relevant codes and standards (e.g. NEC CEC IEEE and building codes).
Conduct on-site field visits to support design verification construction and commissioning activities as required.
Recommend and implement continuous improvements in design practices project execution processes and product performance.
Support business development efforts by providing technical input on proposals estimating engineering scope and advising on system configuration.
Collaborate with external engineering consultants and partners to ensure quality assurance and jurisdictional compliance

Working @ SLR
With us there is no doubt youll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run and if you ask our team theyll tell you thats just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Heres what else youll enjoy as part of our team:
Competitive total compensation package including medical dental orthodontia vision FSA/HSA generous PTO accrual 10 paid holidays 401(k) retirement account with company matching program company paid life insurance short & long term disability insurance and employee assistance program.
The salary range for this position is $130000 - $160000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education professional designation experience internal parity and location.
Full-time permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of experience in power systems engineering; solar and battery storage experience preferred
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering
Proficient with AutoCAD Microsoft Office and power system analysis tools (e.g. ETAP SKM PSCAD)
Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and/or National Electrical Code (NEC)
Familiarity with relevant standards such as IEEE 80 IEEE 1547 CSA 22.2 No. 107.1 UL 1741 and NFPA 855 is an asset
Licensed Canadian . or US PE
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Legally authorized to work in Canada or U.S.
Valid drivers license and willingness to travel to project sites

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not being used to screen assess or select applicants.

SLR strives to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we work in and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups including women visible minorities Indigenous peoples people identifying as 2SLGBTQI veterans and people with disabilities.