Manager, Standards and Modelling

at  Alberta Electric System Operator

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
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Reporting to the Director, Grid Reliability Services, the Manager, Standards and Modelling will lead a team of engineers and analysts that are responsible for establishing and applying the transmission modelling process, calculating Loss Factors on an annual basis, development and support of Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS), and technical input to various ISO Rules.
As a leader in the Standards & Modelling team, you will be at the forefront of the transformation of the electric industry by implementing improvements and changes to modelling practices, continual enhancements to the ARS processes, providing support to stakeholders, and keeping technical requirements up to date.
Your strong people leadership and communication skills will enable you to work effectively with internal and external teams, while also displaying solid analytical and problem-solving skills. You possess the knowledge and understanding of the power system engineering function in the Alberta wholesale electricity market.
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:

Enable and develop a team of engineers and analysts ranging from entry-level to specialist; this includes performance management and development planning.
With overall accountability for Transmission Modelling, ARS Development, and Loss Factor calculations, you will be responsible for leveraging technical subject matter experts within the team:

Please refer the Job description for details