Power System Engineering Analyst (CA) na Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) · Mississauga, Canadá · Hybrid
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Power System Engineering Analyst
Date To be completed by TAA
Location Mississauga/Oakville/Toronto, ON – Hybrid/On-site
Requisition ID 20586
Status Temporary
Business Unit Markets and Reliability
Why join us?
The IESO is committed to ensuring Ontario’s electricity system meets the province’s needs today and into the future. We are charged with purpose, delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity for homes, businesses, and communities across the province. We are energized to grow, embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We are powered by teamwork, supported by diverse and passionate colleagues who foster respect, celebrate successes, and thrive on shared achievements. At the IESO, it’s not just what we do—it’s who we are!
Who we are
Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time, overseeing and evolving Ontario’s electricity market, engaging with government, municipalities and Indigenous communities, and planning for Ontario’s future electricity needs. Our employees play a key role in driving grid innovation, protecting the system from threats, advancing the province’s energy conservation programs, and forecasting and procuring the electricity resources we’ll need in the decades to come.
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What makes this role exciting
The energy sector is rapidly evolving, offering exciting new opportunities for those who want to make a difference.
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What you’ll do
In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact by contributing to the IESO team and supporting the electricity needs of the province through:
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Role Requirements
Our team consists of experts from diverse backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspectives and skills.
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Identifying Information
Title: Power System Engineering Analyst
Occupational Code: 672111
Union Affiliation: Society
Grade: MP2
Hours of Work: 35
Job Purpose / Summary Statement (Part 1)
The power system engineering analyst assists in conducting studies, analysis and application of specialized technology the field of power systems in support of real-time operations, operations planning or planning activities. Assist in the provision of analytical and technical support as needed for policies, operating agreements, equipment specifications, operational and outage plans and system investments. Assist with model development, studies and analysis that:
- contribute to the production of Operating Instructions (including System Control Orders and on-demand limits);
- support IESO security, adequacy and operability obligations found in the Market Rules and in applicable NERC and NPCC reliability standards;
- assess the impact on reliability and validate performance of new or modified facilities impacting the IESO-controlled-grid;
- develop and update models, data and security applications for existing, new or modified facilities;
- support online and off-line security model management (models, data, and security applications); and,
- support the coordination with neighboring entities on NERC, NPCC and regional market in the area of reliability matters.
Job Purpose / Summary Statement (Part 2)
Job Description - Key Responsibilities (Part 1)
This position exists across multiple areas in Market and System Operations, with materially similar accountabilities and skill requirements. In addition to detailing common duties, this job document identifies area specific expectations that assist incumbents and managers in understanding specific expectations for that area.
1. Assist in technical studies and analysis to resolve inquiries and support real-time operations, operations planning or planning functions through analysis and application of highly specialized technology in the field of power system operation in areas that may include:
- Operating Security Limits (all time frames);
- transfer capability;
- outage (transmission and resource) assessment and support;
- transmission services;
- ancillary service requirements;
- supply adequacy, security and operability;
- joint operating and/or planning studies;
- inter-area activities;
- new or modified power system facilities and connections to the IESO-controlled grid;
- NERC/NPCC reliability standards compliance and support;
- executing the Day Ahead commitment process;
- equipment performance and model validation;
- developing online and off-line development security models used by security and market software;
- support the development of the real time operating plan; or,
- assisting with support of real-time operations use of operating instructions and the accuracy of security software results.
Receive assignment from the Lead Power System Engineer, Engineering Supervisor, Engineering Manager, and/or Senior Manager in detail on specific problems related to assigned areas of work.
Limit Derivation and Outage Integration Role:
2. Through technical studies, identify bounds of operations and define critical parameters in the power system for all time frames within the normal scope of coverage. Produce reports to support findings and recommendations.
3. Through technical studies, identify power system operating limits and operating instructions in support of real-time, operations planning and long-term planning using appropriate study criteria within the normal, high-risk and emergency system conditions.
4. As required, assist with deriving limits and operating instructions within the normal scope of coverage and for forced/planned outages in all time frames, including the provision of TTC/ATC to facilitate the energy markets, capacity/demand response auctions, and transmission rights markets.
5. Assist with the update, maintenance and accuracy of operating limits to support reliability monitoring and security constrained economic dispatch (market) systems through applicable contingency analysis software and instructions used by off-shift and on-shift staff.
6. Assist with the supporting real-time monitoring tools as they related to system and market operations.
7. Assist with outage integration reviews and reporting for system security and adequacy with the purpose of accepting or rejecting outage requests from market participants and neighbouring entities. Coordination between participants, neighbouring entities, or with the IESO maybe be required.
Job Description - Key Responsibilities (Part 2)
Assess Power System Change Role:
8. Assist with System Impact, Technical Feasibility and de-registration assessments to evaluate the reliability and operability impact of a new or modified connection, or a disconnection, on the integrated power system using applicable IESO, NERC and NPCC reliability standards.
9. Assist with the preparation of reports containing the results of the study, any required system upgrades and connection requirements, and a recommendation for the IESO to issue a notice of approval or disapproval for the new or modified connection.
10. Validate registration data based on information initially submitted for assessment. Assist with the reassessment of the proposed connection if the registration data differs materially from the configuration or technical parameters that were used by the IESO to approve the new or modified facility.
11. Provide support for regional and bulk power system planning, for preparation of evidence required by connection applicants to obtain the OEB’s leave to construct and for inquiries from neighboring jurisdiction as they relate to connection assessments.
12. Assist with technical studies to support the IESO's initiatives for evolving the policies related to the operations and evolution of the IESO-controlled grid and the IESO-administered markets.
Modelling and Validation Role:
13. Assist with the development of base cases to support Ontario and regional reliability studies by the IESO, participants and other external organizations
14. Assist with the development and maintenance of suitable models to support the IESO’s Energy Management and Market Systems to enable the applicable real-time and day-ahead operations.
15. Assist with the maintenance and support the IESO’s contingency analysis software used by off-shift and on-shift staff.
16. Assist in specifying and reviewing the results of tests to confirm that facilities connected to the IESO-controlled grid satisfy the IESO’s performance requirements. Based on the results of performance tests, investigate transmission and generation models suitable for planning and operating studies.
Compliance Studies Role:
17. Validate and support standards compliance as well as industry best practices by supporting the necessary technical studies to assess the security of the IESO-controlled-grid and surrounding region under various system conditions.
18. Assist with joint studies to review the utilization of resources on the interconnected system to achieve maximum economic gain and operating flexibility.
19. Support the SPS/RAS classification processes.
Common Role:
20. Support IESO security, adequacy and operability obligations found in the Market Rules and in applicable NERC and NPCC reliability standards.
21. Provide information gathering support the preparation and delivery of reliability compliance evidence, including work procedures, RSAWs, market manuals, and training material.
22. Perform other duties as required.
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Job Description - Key Responsibilities (Part 7)
Education
Education Details
Requires engineering knowledge of electrical theory, power system analysis and control, mathematics, computers science and the like to carry out engineering, economic or analytical studies related to the management and control of the bulk power system. Requires knowledge of technical writing to prepare effective reports.
This knowledge is acquired through the completion of an engineering/applied sciences degree from an accredited university or by having the equivalent education.
Must be able to obtain a professional engineering license from Professional Engineers Ontario within a reasonable period of time, with a competency in the field of electrical engineering
Experience
Requires experience such as might be gained in the energy industry to become familiar with the general system operation, organizational structure to establish a broad base of contacts. Requires experience to become familiar with the nature of studies and investigations carried out by the different sections and groups of the organization. Requires further on the job experience to become familiar with methods and practices associated with the work functions.
A period of over 4 years and up to and including 6 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.
Nature of Supervision Given to Others
May, on occasions, require showing others how to perform tasks or duties.
Internal Contacts
Requires contact with various personnel to obtain information relative to studies carried out and to collaborate on joint investigations or the resolution of problems causing mutual concern. Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of standards, procedures and instructions for system operation and control.
External Contacts
Requires contact with personnel of various interconnected systems to discuss power system operation matters, to reach common understanding and interpretations on interchange agreements, operating procedures, etc.
Skills
How We Support You
From a comprehensive total rewards program to dynamic learning and development opportunities—including job rotations to broaden your expertise—we empower you to define and shape your own success. When you join the IESO, here’s what you can expect:
- Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan.
- A commitment to flexibility as we currently support a hybrid model where applicable, that supports a blend of remote and in-office work based on business needs. Participating employees typically work in-office a minimum of four days and work remotely up to six days over a two-week period with a goal of maximizing in-office time through the use of established team days.
- Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths.
- Leadership that values meaningful discussions, welcomes feedback, and prioritizes career development.
- A strong, inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work.
- Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.
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Thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to applicable background checks.
IESO will not conduct interviews or offer positions via online, text, chat or social media platforms. We will not gather personal information directly from candidates or potential candidates. Selected candidates will work with our Talent Acquisition team to ensure their application is processed.
We believe in opportunities for everyone. At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing, and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment—one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to
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