Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Onsite
Current ENMAX employees are encouraged to apply through their internal Workday access.
If you’re looking for an engineering role where you can see your work come to life in the field — without spending your life on the road — this could be the opportunity for you. As an Engineer, Substations at ENMAX, you’ll contribute to the design, development, and execution of critical electrical infrastructure projects that help safely and reliably power Calgary’s communities. From detailed substation design and construction support to solving complex technical challenges alongside experienced industry professionals, this role offers meaningful work with visible impact.
We also know great engineers value flexibility and work-life balance. That’s why this role combines a hybrid work model — including work-from-home Mondays and Fridays — with opportunities to get out to local project sites and collaborate directly with field teams. Best of all, site work remains local, so there’s no overnight travel required. You’ll gain valuable field experience while still sleeping in your own bed every night.
Major 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
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
Education Required:
B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering with a P.Eng designation with APEGA
Training and courses in areas of protection & control or outdoor equipment layout design would be considered a strong asset
Qualifications:
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
Competencies:
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.
Did we mention the ENMAX Advantage?
We offer competitive compensation including a comprehensive flexible benefits program, non-downtown location that includes great building amenities such as 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 and much more. If you share our values and would like to make a difference with your career, join the team and see where the ENMAX possibilities can take you.
ENMAX Values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Service, Teamwork, Agility, Innovation
Location: This role will be part of our hybrid (home and office) workforce with office workspace located at ENMAX Place (141 - 50th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB). You will have the opportunity to work from home on Mondays and Fridays and will be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Note:
If we can provide an accommodation or adjustment to make the process more accessible for you, please let us know. ENMAX welcomes all qualified applicants to apply and is committed to a safe and respectful workplace. It is our aim to have a workplace which is inclusive and values safety, diversity, personal integrity, respect for individual differences, and encourages ownership and accountability for our actions.
Every ENMAX employee is responsible to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves, of all other workers, and of the public. Each employee must become familiar with safety procedures and rules applicable to their job and are required to follow them while working at ENMAX.
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.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional lands of Indigenous Peoples. ENMAX headquarters is in Calgary, Alberta, the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy, comprised of the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, and Amskapi Piikuni Nations; the Tsuut’ina Nation; and the îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney, and home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, as well as many diverse Indigenous people who have made the city their home. We are committed to strengthening relationships with Indigenous Nations and peoples in all communities where we operate, through respect and collaboration.
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