Distribution System Planning Engineer

ENMAX Corporation; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ENMAX Corporation in Calgary seeks a Distribution System Planning Engineer to shape the future of our city’s electrical grid. You will lead long-term planning for distribution and substations, influence system development, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement reliable, scalable solutions.

The role requires 5+ years in the utility sector, a Bachelor’s in Engineering (Electrical preferred), and P.Eng status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering
• P.Eng status with APEGA in Alberta

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term plans that support growth, reliability, and resilience of ENMAX Power's distribution and network systems
• Lead planning activities including load forecasting, system assessments, project justification, scope development, and integrated system planning
• Accountable for identifying and developing substation capacity upgrades and new substations
• Evaluate customer connection requests and determine system modifications to support new/expanding needs
• Provide technical guidance to customers and stakeholders on connection requirements
• Identify loading trends to support load forecasting and system development
• Update Load Capacity and Hosting Capacity maps
• Steward planning programs from concept through implementation
• Support regulatory initiatives involving AESO/AUC

Skills

Utility experience

Load forecasting

Power system analysis

CYME software

Python scripting

Data analytics

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

P.Eng (APEGA)

Tools

CYME CYMDIST

Python

Database management

Job description

Position Type: Permanent Union: Exempt - Management Professional (MP)

We are driven by our purpose of lighting the way to a brighter energy future, a future that includes a workplace where you’ll experience belonging and unlock possibilities. We offer meaningful opportunities, strong collaboration and a career aligned to what matters to you. We’re proud of who we are and the work we do to support our communities and customers who depend on us, because at ENMAX, we’re lighting the way together.

As a Distribution System Planning Engineer, you'll help shape the future of Calgary's electrical grid. As our city continues to grow and the energy landscape evolves, you'll play a key role in planning the distribution system that supports future communities, emerging technologies, and changing customer needs. Working alongside a collaborative and highly engaged team, you'll influence long-term system development, explore innovative solutions, and see the direct impact of your work on the customers and communities we serve.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop long-term plans that support the growth, reliability, and resilience of ENMAX Power's distribution and network systems
• Develop and enhance planning tools, processes, and standards
• Lead key planning activities including load forecasting, system assessments, project justification, scope development, and integrated system planning
• Accountable for the identification and development of substation capacity upgrades and new substation projects.
• Evaluate customer connection requests and determine system modifications required to support new and expanding customer needs
• Provide technical guidance to customers and stakeholders regarding connection requirements
• Identify and estimate customer loading trends to support load forecasting, system assessment, and general system development
• Update annual Load Capacity and Hosting Capacity maps
• Steward planning programs and projects from concept through implementation and completion
• Support regulatory initiatives and proceedings involving organizations such as the AESO and AUC

Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering
• P.Eng status with The Association of Professionals in Engineering and Geoscience in Alberta (APEGA)

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in the utility industry.
• Sound engineering and operational knowledge of distribution utility systems.
• Experience with forecasting electrical load at system and feeder levels.
• Experience with power system assessment (N-1, N-1-1, N-2 contingencies) and development of solutions for distribution and network systems.
• Working knowledge of CYME (CYMDIST) software for radial distribution and secondary network systems
• Experience with database management, data analytics, and Python scripting to support engineering studies, processes automation, planning tools, and large dataset analysis
• Understanding of project lifecycle principles and project management practices
• Experience with data analysis, including regression analysis, time series analysis or Monte Carlo simulation, to drive prediction, generate meaningful insight and determine risk is an asset.
• Experience with budget development and management, including the preparation of project justifications and business cases is an asset.
• Experience with interconnection studies for Distributed Energy Resource (DER) is an asset.
• Knowledge of the AESO interconnection process is an asset.

Competencies

• Builds strong working relationships and collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve shared goals and support team success.
• Works collaboratively and contributes positively to a supportive, high-performing team environment.
• Communicates effectively and builds productive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Brings curiosity and an open mindset, continuously learning and contributing new ideas to meet evolving challenges.
• Demonstrates innovation by identifying opportunities to improve processes, tools, and ways of working.
• Takes a thoughtful and proactive approach to solving problems and delivering results in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including a comprehensive flexible benefits program, non-downtown location that includes great building amenities such as free onsite fitness facility, onsite massage, onsite child care centre (upon availability, offered from our ENMAX Place location 141 – 50 Ave. SE), free parking and much more.

Location

This role will be part of our hybrid (home and office) work force with office workspace located at ENMAX Place (141 - 50th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB). You will work from home on Mondays and Fridays and in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Accommodations

If we can provide an accommodation or adjustment to make the process more accessible for you, please let us know.

Safety and Security

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. Each ENMAX employee is responsible to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves, of all other workers, and of the public. 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. Two professional references will be requested. Education requirements for this position will be verified by a third party.

Reconciliation Statement

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 îyârheNakoda 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.

#LI-POST For more than a century, we have helped power Alberta, and our communities still count on us every day. What sets us apart isn’t just keeping the lights on, but how we do it. We put people first, act as good neighbours, and earn trust through promises kept, not made. Reliable by nature, we plan responsibly for tomorrow while keeping energy accessible and dependable today. This is energy people can count on now, and trust for the future. This is ENMAX.