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AESO

Lead Engineer - Facility Design

Calgary, AB, Canada
KPMG Tower, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 23, 2026

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Original job description

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

Help power Alberta's future through technical leadership on critical transmission infrastructure projects.

Reporting to the Manager, Project Engineering, the Lead Engineer, Facility Design is a senior engineering role responsible for supporting transmission facility design and connection projects across Alberta's electricity system.

Working closely with project teams, customers, facility owners, developers, and industry stakeholders, you will provide expert engineering advice and oversight throughout the project lifecycle. You will lead complex technical assessments, support engineering decision-making, mentor team members, and help drive consistent, high-quality engineering outcomes across a diverse portfolio of transmission projects. You will also contribute to the advancement of engineering practices by supporting continuous improvement initiatives, modern technologies, and innovative solutions that enhance the reliability and efficiency of Alberta's power grid. Through your expertise and influence, you will help shape the future of Alberta's electricity system while supporting its safe, reliable, and sustainable operation.

What You'll Do

Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise for transmission facility design and customer connection projects.
Develop, review, and approve key project deliverables, including facility scopes, functional specifications, Project Data Update Packages (PDUPs), service proposals, cost estimates, and energization packages.
Perform and review advanced power system studies and engineering assessments.
Collaborate with Transmission Facility Owners, Distribution Facility Owners, Generation Facility Owners, developers, consultants, and internal AESO teams to support successful project outcomes.
Provide technical recommendations and make risk-informed engineering decisions that consider technical, regulatory, economic, customer, and public-interest impacts.
Support Alberta Reliability Standards initiatives and other strategic engineering activities.
Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance, work review, and support to promote engineering excellence across the team.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, engineering best practices, and the adoption of emerging technologies.

What You'll Bring to Us

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and registration, or eligibility for registration, with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
12 - 15 + years of engineering experience in the electric utility industry with a focus on transmission facility design, substation design, cost estimating, power system modeling and analysis, customer connections, transmission planning, and engineering economics.
Demonstrated expertise in power system behavior, including transmission, distribution, and generation systems, as well as transmission equipment design and ratings.
Strong knowledge of ISO Rules, Alberta Reliability Standards, AESO Tariff requirements, and Alberta's legal and regulatory framework.
Experience in transmission planning, transmission system operations, power system modeling, inverter-based resources, customer connection projects, and advanced technical studies.
Proven ability to assess technical, operational, financial, regulatory, and public-interest risks and provide practical mitigation strategies.
Experience managing and prioritizing multiple projects, including resource planning, budgeting, scope management, scheduling, and change management.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated leadership capability with experience providing technical guidance, mentoring, work review, and support to engineering professionals.
A Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Power Systems, experience leading or reviewing advanced technical studies (including conductor and line optimization studies, anti-islanding assessments, and harmonic analysis), and knowledge of distribution system design are considered assets.

Why Join AESO

Contribute to projects that directly shape Alberta's evolving electricity system.
Work alongside experienced engineering professionals and industry experts.
Influence major transmission infrastructure developments and emerging technologies.
Help ensure the reliability and long-term success of Alberta's power grid.
Grow your career in a collaborative environment that values technical excellence and innovation.

What We Offer

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, 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.

You'll Thrive in This Role If

You are passionate about power systems and want to help shape the future of Alberta's electricity infrastructure.
You enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and applying sound technical judgment to real-world system issues.
You are motivated by mentoring and supporting the development of other engineers and technical professionals.
You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
You enjoy balancing technical analysis, business considerations, regulatory requirements, and customer needs to support informed decision-making.
You are energized by opportunities to improve processes, influence engineering practices, and contribute to strategic initiatives.

Application Deadline: October 21, 2026

If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the "AESO") is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) of Alberta.

As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 4 of POPA.

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Responsibilities

The Lead Engineer provides technical leadership and oversight for transmission facility design and connection projects across Alberta's electricity system. They are responsible for reviewing project deliverables, performing advanced power system studies, and mentoring engineering staff to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and be registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA. The role requires 12-15+ years of experience in the electric utility industry with specific expertise in transmission design and regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Transmission facility design
Substation design
Power system modeling
Engineering economics
Technical leadership
Project management
Regulatory compliance
Risk assessment
Mentoring
Cost estimating
Transmission planning
Inverter-based resources
Stakeholder management
Engineering oversight
Continuous improvement

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental benefits
Mental health support
Paid vacation
Flex time
Learning and development opportunities

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Transmission
Substation
APEGA
P.Eng.
AESO
Power Grid
ISO Rules
Reliability Standards
Project Engineering
Facility Design
Cost Estimating
Power System Modeling
Inverter-based Resources
Regulatory Framework
Engineering Economics
Technical Leadership
Infrastructure
Stakeholder Engagement
Risk Mitigation
Change Management
Harmonic Analysis
Distribution System Design
Energy Sector
Utility Industry

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