Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

TransAlta Corporation; Kingston; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual incentive program

Pension plan with company-matching

Flexible benefits for you and your fam

Vacation and personal days

Rewards & Recognition Programs

Annual Wellness Payment

Job summary

TransAlta Corporation in Ontario is seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support safe and efficient operation of generating stations. You will perform technical research, evaluate equipment options, cost estimates, troubleshooting, and ensure regulatory compliance across the plant lifecycle.

This full-time, salaried, safety-sensitive position is based at the Kingston Generating Station in Kingston, Ontario, with up to 30% travel to remote site locations for field work.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree; P.Eng. eligibility with PEO or mobility across provinces.
• 4–6 years in thermal/gas-fired power generation or related industries.
• Hands-on experience with switchgear/MCCs, motors, generators, transformers, power system analysis, protection and coordination, turbine control systems, DCS, PLCs, fire alarm systems, and SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering projects for the generating fleet.
• Supervise engineering and project management work across the business.
• Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting electrical equipment issues and delivering sound recommendations.
• Research and analyze technical solutions and equipment options for cost and performance.
• Interpret and apply industry standards and TransAlta best practices for code compliance while balancing cost, quality, and reliability.
• Support major maintenance activities such as turnarounds and outages, including development of work scopes.
• Lead project development activities including technology assessment, conceptual design, bid evaluation, and contract reviews.
• Assess, recruit, and manage consultants, contractors, and suppliers to meet project resource requirements.
• Promote and reinforce Health, Safety, Security, and Environment policies and procedures.
• Provide support to other business areas as required.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Instrumentation & control

PLC/SCADA/DCS

Turbine control systems

Protection & coordination

Project management

MS Office

Field work

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

P.Eng. eligibility with PEO (inter-provincial mobility)

Tools

Switchgear/MCCs

Motors

Generators

Transformers

Power system analysis

Protection coordination

DCS

PLCs

Fire alarm systems

SCADA

Job description

ELECTRICAL, INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER

WHO WE ARE

Our Power, Your Possibilities

At TransAlta, we don’t just generate electricity‑we generate opportunity. As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia. Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

We believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, you bring the energy and we’ll provide the platform.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

ABOUT THE ROLE

TransAlta is seeking a talented and experienced Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join its engineering team. This position provides technical expertise to support the safe and efficient operation of TransAlta’s generating stations. Responsibilities include technical research, evaluation of equipment options, cost estimating, troubleshooting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. As projects progress through their lifecycle, duties will include developing technical specifications, reviewing and evaluating bid proposals, performing design reviews, and providing technical oversight to ensure quality and reliability.

This is full‑time, salaried, safety sensitive position based out of our Kingston Generating station in Kingston, Ontario.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Undertake assigned electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering or multi‑discipline projects for the generating fleet.
• Supervise and perform engineering and project management work as requested across the business.
• Provide technical leadership for engineering activities, including timely investigation and troubleshooting of electrical equipment issues and delivering sound recommendations.
• Research and analyze technical solutions and equipment options in terms of cost and performance for engineering projects.
• Interpret and apply industry standards and TransAlta best practices to ensure code compliance while balancing cost, quality, and reliability objectives.
• Support major maintenance activities such as turnarounds and unplanned outages, including development of work scopes and inspection plans.
• Lead project development activities including technology assessment, conceptual design, bid evaluation, and contract reviews.
• Assess, recruit, and manage consultants, contractors, and suppliers to meet project resource requirements.
• Promote and reinforce TransAlta’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment policies and procedures.
• Provide support to other business areas as required.

ABOUT YOU

• Electrical Engineering degree from a recognized institution; registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or another provincial association, with inter-provincial mobility.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in thermal/gas‑fired power generation or a comparable industry (additional experience considered an asset).
• Hands‑on experience with Switchgear/MCCs, motors, generators, transformers, power system analysis, protection and coordination, turbine control systems, DCS, PLCs, fire alarm systems, and SCADA.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and cloud-based software
• Project management experience is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability, critical thinking skills, and commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Comfortable with field work and extended durations during outages.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Other Details

• This position is based in Ontario and will require frequent travel to remote site locations for field work up to 30% of the time.

THE PERKS

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is CAD$94,720 - CAD$130,240 at the time of this posting. Individual pay is determined by job‑related skills, relevant experience, education, and/or training. The top end of the range is reserved for individuals with exceptional, directly relevant expertise and a demonstrated history of strong performance within TransAlta. This range reflects base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program and benefits.

• Competitive salary
• Annual incentive program
• Pension plan with company‑matching options
• Flexible benefits for you and your family
• Vacation and personal days
• Employee Rewards & Recognition Programs
• Annual Wellness Payment

Explore our careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers.

OUR CULTURE

At TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks. ‘Safety sensitive positions’ will be required to complete pre‑employment testing.