Engineer, Substations

ENMAX • Calgary, AB

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for an Engineer, Substations at ENMAX, contributing to the design, development, and execution of critical electrical infrastructure projects that help safely and reliably power Calgary’s communities. The position involves detailed substation design and construction support, solving complex technical challenges, and offers meaningful work with visible impact. The role utilizes a hybrid work model, with work-from-home on Mondays and Fridays, and opportunities to visit local project sites for collaboration with field teams, without requiring overnight travel.

Requirements

• B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering with a P.Eng designation with APEGA
• 4 minimum years’ experience with an electric utility, the majority of which in the area of substation design and construction
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in designing substation drawings including AC & DC schematics, equipment/panel layout & wiring and outdoor substation equipment plan & elevation drawings
• Experience implementing new ideas to improve existing methods and processes
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to attend site visits
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to convey information effectively and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, establish priorities, and consistently meet commitments and deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality of work.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively engage with stakeholders across various areas of the business.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment and decision-making within the scope of the role.
• Must be legal to work in Canada and requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Two pieces of valid Government issued ID will be required.

Nice To Haves

• Training and courses in areas of protection & control or outdoor equipment layout design would be considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

• Work with Estimation and Project Management resources to ensure estimates accurately reflect the project scope and risks
• Establish conceptual project schedules, execution strategies, and design scopes of work
• Ensure all applicable engineering, industry and ENMAX Corporation standards, codes, regulations and public safety are applied in designs
• Design, review, and approve indoor and outdoor substation drawings for construction and record documentation, including AC/DC schematics, equipment/panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and plan/elevation drawings.
• Prepare detailed and standard template Design & Construction Scopes of Work, Estimates and Bill of Materials
• Produce construction packages including design drawings, cable tables, drawing lists, detailed construction scopes of work, Bill of Materials and other required technical items
• Prepare commissioning and functional test templates and detailed documents for construction
• Act as Engineer of Record, providing professional authentication and accountability for deliverables
• Ensure quality construction packages are developed and used to construct and maintain the substation assets
• Manage the QA/QC and performance management of drawings and construction packages and ensure high quality construction packages are issued for construction
• Ensures project information is stored appropriately and that technical closeout of projects is completed in a timely manner
• Assist the Project Manager in lessons learned and close-out reporting activities
• Assist in the development and review of design guidelines and standards
• Investigate design alternatives and initiate & follow through on change requests to standards
• Review Design Requirements of major and minor equipment drawings and specifications
• Liaise with project stakeholder groups with respect to design activities

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• comprehensive flexible benefits program
• non-downtown location
• great building amenities
• free onsite fitness facility with programming geared to employee’s needs
• onsite childcare centre (upon availability, offered from our ENMAX Place location 141 – 50 Ave. SE)
• free parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior