Electrical Engineer – Modeling Specialist

 

HILAT – Who We Are:

High Latitude Energy Consulting Inc. (HILAT) was created to advance remote renewable energy microgrids across Canada’s north. We are a small, technical team focused primarily on feasibility studies while supporting all work associated with renewable energy development. HILAT brings over 7 years of specific experience north of 60 and works closely with Inuit, First Nations, and Metis communities to advance these goals. 

What We Offer:

  • To be a part of the energy paradigm shift in the Canadian north 

  • Interesting work on cutting-edge projects

  • A competent and motivated team

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package

 

The Opportunity:

High Latitude is seeking an Energy Modeling Specialist. This position requires a motivated self-starter who can work effectively on their own as well as within a small team. Outside of the High Latitude team, this position will need to coordinate and work with various levels of government, First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities and governing bodies, utilities, funding bodies, regulatory bodies, and third-party consulting firms. 

 

This position is offered as an office-based or remote position, depending on the candidate. Our offices are located in Whitehorse, Yukon, and Iqaluit, Nunavut. 

 

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time – 30-40 hours per week

 

Wage Range: $47 – $50 per hour, based on experience

 

Benefits: Employer paid comprehensive health benefits package after 3 months of employment (including but not limited to: local health access, unlimited access to virtual health care, mental health care and wellbeing, as well as virtual pharmacy via Dialogue); employer paid gym membership, 5 paid sick days per year, two weeks paid vacation, flex time, and work-from-home options.  

 

Job Description:

Typical responsibilities of this job include:

  • Collaborate with the Technical Manager and the HILAT team to undertake detailed energy modeling and design work for microgrids across northern Canada. 

  • Collaborate with the Technical Manager and the HILAT team to undertake detailed energy modeling and design work for renewable energy penetration scenarios on integrated electrical systems.

  • Perform multi-objective analysis and decision-making for smart grids

  • Collect and clean data from a variety of sources (utilities, buildings, wind and solar measurement equipment)

  • Take into consideration the unique challenges of operating in Canada’s north when modeling and assisting with the design of projects

  • Cooperate with the HILAT team and 3rd parties to complete detailed costing and corresponding financial analysis. 

  • Conduct research and provide literature reviews on established and emerging renewable energy technologies. 

 

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering – preference for Masters or PhD

  • Proficiency with various programming languages including but not limited to Python/R, C++, etc.

  • Proficiency with various renewables and grid modeling platforms including but not limited to standard PV and wind modeling software, PVsyst, Helioscope, HOMER, MATLAB, OpenDSS, PSCAD, etc.

  • Proficiency with data analysis and visualization, machine learning, and optimization platforms including but not limited to Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, Statsmodels, Matplotlib, Plotly Dash, Pandas, Pyomo, etc.

  • Strong working knowledge of energy modeling in the context of renewable energy integration into microgrids and/or integrated grids, dispatch strategies in power systems, load flow analysis, and fault studies.

  • Strong working knowledge of modeling renewable systems’ performance in Northern weather conditions

  • Strong written and oral communication skills including good technical writing skills – publication experience an asset

  • Ability to interpret data and clearly communicate technical results to audiences that may or may not have technical backgrounds

  • Preference given to candidates who have AutoCAD and electrical drawing experience

  • Understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and control systems will be considered an asset

  • Ability to prioritize projects and tasks within tight timelines

  • Attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Willingness to learn new skills and apply themselves to new research areas

  • Experience living or working in Canada’s north is an asset

 

Additional Requirements:

Legally entitled to work in Canada

Some travel to remote communities will be required. 

 

How to Apply:

Quoting the position title, please submit your resume and cover letter to the HR Department at info@hilat.ca 

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.