Civil Engineer / Senior Engineer

Division:              Engineering, Electricity

Location:             Calgary, AB or Edmonton, AB

Embrace challenge and growth with ATCO Team!

Position Summary:

Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We’ve got a lot of energy at ATCO, focused on creating prosperity for generations to come. Embrace challenge and growth because your career journey at ATCO has the potential to be full of new experiences, inspiring challenges, and growth without boundaries. 

Engineers at ATCO are deeply valued because we hold plenty of responsibility and take on a diversity of challenges. Those who thrive with our team are committed to excellence and relish important and complex projects critical to our business. Our operations across multiple business lines and geographies mean ATCO fosters ample development and learning opportunities for engineers of all disciplines. Tell us how you want to grow and develop, and we’ll be right there to support you all the way. Ready to rise to the opportunity?

Reporting to the Supervisor Drawing Control, the incumbent will perform general civil engineering and design activities involving site preparation, grading, drainage, roads, paving, and foundation design for electrical utility projects. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter, capable of working independently with minimum assistance from senior engineering staff.

Responsibilities:

• Assume responsibilities of the civil discipline practice on assigned project scope. 

• Support the civil project team through completion of assigned projects in areas of bulk earthworks, site drainage, plant roads, foundations, and earth structures design. 

• Perform QA/QC reviews of drawings, design calculations, and contract documents.

• Review and investigate preliminary engineering options during the development planning process. 

• Coordinate staff and sub-consultants for planning, field survey, geotechnical, environmental, and other consultant services. 

• Preparation of cost estimates, tender contract documents and project reports.

• Serve as the Owner’s Engineer for outsourced work and oversee the administration and management of civil engineering contracts.

• Work collaboratively with the project managers and multi-discipline design teams. 

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop engineers and EITs. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required; a master’s degree in civil engineering is considered an asset.

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA required, or registration with another provincial association and eligibility to obtain an Alberta P.Eng. designation within three months.

• 7 to 15 years of relevant energy or infrastructure experience, including site grading, drainage and stormwater management, road and foundation design, and general hydrology. The successful candidate may be appointed at either the Engineer or Senior Engineer level based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated technical competency.

• Utility project experience is considered an asset.

• Experience in designing transmission and telecommunications structures is considered an asset.

• Thorough understanding of the design process and the application of civil design software.

• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D and L-Pile software.

• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with varying scopes, priorities, and stakeholders while meeting demanding deadlines.

• Familiarity with current provincial and municipal civil works standards and technical specifications.

• Ability to attend customer, corporate, and stakeholder events.

• Flexibility to work extended hours when required to meet tight deadlines and commitments.

• Willingness to travel to plant sites for condition assessments and on-site construction support, representing approximately 20% of the role.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

• Positive work ethics and adaptability across diverse projects.

• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of design engineers and planners.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

What We Offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence  

• Competitive compensation  

• Flex benefits  

• Training and mentorship programs  

• Charitable donation matching  

At ATCO – we have diversity of operations across multiple business lines and geographies.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com. ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.  

You may have seen the recent announcement that Emera, ATCO and Canadian Utilities have entered into a transformational agreement to combine complementary assets, capabilities and expertise to create a company positioned for long-term growth. This combination will create a larger, more diversified Canadian-headquartered utility and energy infrastructure company with the scale, capabilities and financial strength needed to meet growing demand across North America.

As someone considering a career opportunity with us, we recognize you may have questions about what this announcement means for prospective employees. 

While the transaction remains subject to shareholder, regulatory and other customary approvals, with closing anticipated in the second half of 2027, it is important to know that our day-to-day operations, commitments to our customers and communities, and our focus on attracting great talent remain unchanged. We continue to hire roles such as this one, where talented people who are passionate about making a difference in the communities we serve, can join us in shaping the energy industry, now, and into the future. 

Deadline: October 30, 2026