Electrical Engineer

Lee Group Search

Calgary

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary
Long-term growth opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Lee Group Search is seeking an Electrical Engineer focused on renewable energy projects based in Calgary, Alberta. The candidate will support the engineering, development, and optimization of utility-scale renewable energy projects across North America, especially in solar PV, wind energy, and BESS.

Ideal applicants will have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with P.Eng designation and at least 5–10 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include project development, technical support, and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5–10+ years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, and electrical design and construction.
  • Strong experience in utility-scale infrastructure and grid compliance.
  • Proficient in renewable energy integration requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Support technical development activities for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
  • Review and support electrical designs for various renewable energy facilities.
  • Coordinate with EPC contractors and ensure design compliance.

Skills

Utility-scale solar PV
Wind energy systems
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Grid interconnection
Analytical problem-solving
Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
P.Eng designation in Alberta (preferred)

Tools

ETAP
SKM
PSCAD
AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Renewables (Full-Time, Permanent)

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Role Overview

A growing renewable energy company is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Renewables to support the development, engineering, execution and optimization of utility-scale renewable energy projects across North America.

This role is highly technical and execution-driven, supporting projects from early‑stage development through detailed design, construction, commissioning and operations. The successful candidate will work closely with development teams, EPC contractors, utilities, consultants and equipment suppliers to ensure projects are technically optimized, bankable and delivered according to schedule and budget.

The position will focus on utility‑scale solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), wind energy and hybrid renewable energy systems.

Key Responsibilities
1. Project Development & Technical Support
  • Support technical development activities for utility‑scale renewable energy projects
  • Review and optimize project electrical designs during development stages
  • Support feasibility studies, interconnection evaluations and technical due diligence
  • Coordinate with utilities, AESO / AUC, consultants and land and permitting teams
  • Support technical risk assessments and development strategies for solar, wind and BESS projects
2. Electrical Design & Engineering
  • Review and support detailed electrical design for utility‑scale solar PV plants, battery energy storage systems, utility‑scale wind farms, and hybrid renewable energy facilities
  • Review single‑line diagrams, collector systems, protection and control systems, MV/HV substations, grounding systems, SCADA and communication systems, turbine electrical interfaces and collector networks
  • Coordinate with EPC contractors and engineering consultants to ensure design optimization and compliance
3. Interconnection & Grid Compliance
  • Support interconnection processes with utilities and transmission operators
  • Review and coordinate load flow studies, short circuit studies, harmonic studies, dynamic modeling requirements and grid compliance studies
  • Support compliance with AESO requirements, utility standards, grid code requirements and wind turbine generator requirements
  • Assist with commissioning and energization planning
4. Procurement & Technical Evaluation
  • Support procurement and technical evaluation of major electrical equipment, including inverters, wind turbines, transformers, MV/HV equipment, BESS systems and SCADA systems
  • Review supplier technical documentation and factory acceptance testing procedures
  • Participate in vendor selection and technical negotiations
5. Construction & Commissioning Support
  • Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning phases
  • Review RFIs, technical submittals and field design changes
  • Support QA/QC activities, testing and commissioning procedures, energization coordination and performance verification
  • Coordinate with field teams and EPC contractors to resolve technical issues efficiently
6. Technical Due Diligence & Optimization
  • Support technical due diligence for project acquisitions and financing
  • Review EPC designs, energy yield assumptions, PVSyst and wind resource assessments, curtailment assumptions, equipment specifications and grid integration strategies
  • Identify opportunities for technical and commercial optimization
7. Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with development, EPC and construction teams, finance, asset management, external consultants and utilities
  • Provide practical, solution‑oriented engineering support aligned with project delivery objectives
Candidate Profile
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Preferred P.Eng designation in Alberta
  • Minimum 5–10+ years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, utility‑scale infrastructure and electrical design and construction
Technical Expertise
  • Strong experience in utility‑scale solar PV, wind energy systems, BESS systems, MV/HV systems and grid interconnection
  • Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PVCase / PVFarm, PVSyst, WindPRO or equivalent wind modeling software and AutoCAD
  • Strong understanding of Canadian electrical codes, utility standards and renewable energy integration requirements
Commercial Mindset
  • Ability to operate in a fast‑paced project environment
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Comfortable balancing technical rigor with project execution requirements
  • Solution‑oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
Communication & Leadership
  • Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience working with EPC contractors, utilities, turbine suppliers and multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines
  • Experience working with international teams and suppliers is an asset
Why Join
  • Direct exposure to large‑scale renewable energy acquisitions and development
  • Opportunity to play a key role in building a North American renewable energy platform
  • Highly entrepreneurial environment with fast decision‑making and execution focus
  • Collaboration with international leadership and capital partners
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Long‑term growth opportunity within the company platform
  • Comprehensive benefits package
Work Authorization Requirement
  • This position is open only to candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this role
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