Senior Airport Electrical Engineer

• Location Calgary, AB
• Work location On site
• Salary$120,000 to $170,000YEAR annually
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Starts as early as 2026-11-23
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source WhoPlusYou #626198565

Avia NG Airport Consultants represents the NextGen in airport consulting and brings together a unique team of experienced engineers, project managers, technologists and pilots that share a passion for airports and aviation. We take pride in creating and fostering a work environment where each person is treated as an individual and not a number. This passion motivates and drives us to deliver timely, high quality and innovative services to our clients and business partners. We like to think this has been the reason we?ve been growing so rapidly, because our employees are just as important as our clients. We treat all with integrity and foster transparency in our work - this is what fuels our success. We are currently seeking a client-oriented Senior Airport Electrical Engineer to join our Airfield Electrical Engineering Team. What are the perks? Working with us of course! As awesome as we are, we also make sure you?re well compensated and rewarded for your performance. Is that all? Absolutely not, mediocre is not an option for us. We offer: RRSP - Company matching contribution 100% Company paid benefits Opportunities for growth and development Hybrid work policy and flexible hours Why are we hiring? We are growing and growing fast! We are adding to our ranks to create a great work life balance for all. This role is a permanent full-time position in our Western region. Job Summary: Avia NG is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Senior Airport Electrical Engineer to support the planning, design, and construction of major airport capital projects. This role works collaboratively across multiple offices and disciplines, balancing in?person design and construction assignments with virtual coordination and project management activities. The Senior Airport Electrical Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for the planning, design, delivery, and quality oversight of electrical engineering projects within airport environments. This role provides advanced technical expertise across airport electrical infrastructure, including airfield lighting systems, electrical distribution systems, facility electrical systems, standby power, and airport support facilities. Working closely with clients, project managers, contractors, airport operators, and multidisciplinary design teams, this position supports the successful delivery of complex airport infrastructure projects from concept through construction and commissioning. The role also contributes significantly to business development, proposal preparation, client relationship management, mentoring junior staff, and advancing Avia NG's technical excellence in airport engineering. This role is well suited to someone interested in aviation as well as construction, who enjoys collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and developing practical, buildable solutions within the realities of airport operations. Technical Leadership & Design Lead the design and delivery of airport electrical infrastructure projects. Provide senior engineering expertise for: Airport electrical distribution systems Medium- and low-voltage power distribution Airport buildings and terminal facilities Airfield lighting systems (AGL) Navigational aid power systems Standby and emergency power systems Site electrical installations and controls Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, technical reports, and construction documentation. Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and airport operational requirements. Review engineering deliverables for quality, constructability, safety, and operational effectiveness. Participate in site investigations, field reviews, commissioning activities, and condition assessments. Project Delivery Manage multiple projects while maintaining budget, schedule, and quality objectives. Support project planning, risk management, and resource allocation. Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical,...