Engineer, Power Systems

The Calgary Airport Authority; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Calgary Airport Authority in Calgary is seeking a senior Electrical Engineer to lead design and analysis of power systems for a busy 24/7 airport environment. The role requires a P.Eng, an electrical engineering degree, and 8–10 years of practical experience in power systems, MV/LV distribution, and reliability initiatives.

You will work in a hybrid office setting, guide capital projects, and ensure code compliance, safety, and robust power reliability across airport facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required; P.Eng. designation is required or considered in lieu of formal education.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in electrical power systems design, analysis, operation, and maintenance.
• Experience with medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, substations, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, and protection relays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, review, and optimization of MV/LV distribution systems, substations, switchgear, and UPS.
• Lead power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, protection) and translate findings into actions.
• Approve complex engineering designs, calculations, and SCADA integration criteria.
• Investigate major power system failures and define reliability improvements.
• Define technical requirements for capital projects and review consultant deliverables.

Skills

Power systems design

Load flow & fault analysis

ETAP/EasyPower

SCADA integration

Electrical codes & safety

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

Work environment: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH). Employees must be available to work in the office up to five (5) days per week when required to support business priorities.

Number of positions available: 1

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected - and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

WHAT'S THE TEAM LIKE

The facility maintenance team ensures the smooth operation of all spaces at a busy 24/7 airport, keeping terminals, offices, and other buildings safe, functional, and well-maintained. They handle repairs, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems to support airport operations and passenger comfort. This team ensures safe, efficient, and reliable operations, supporting 24/7 airport activities and driving smart building initiatives.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, review, and optimization of medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, substations, transformers, switchgear, motor control centres, grounding systems, and backup power systems.
• Lead and validate power system studies, including load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, harmonics, grounding, voltage-drop, and contingency analysis, and translate findings into corrective actions.
• Approve complex engineering designs, calculations, specifications, single-line diagrams, protection philosophies, relay settings, control logic, and SCADA integration criteria.
• Investigate major power system failures and recurring electrical issues, determine root causes, and define repair, replacement, operating, and reliability improvements.
• Act as the electrical engineering subject matter expert for capital and infrastructure projects by defining technical requirements, reviewing consultant and contractor deliverables, witnessing testing, and authorizing technical acceptance.
• Interpret and apply electrical codes, engineering standards, utility requirements, and safety regulations, and lead hazard, switching, isolation, and energized-work reviews.
• Advise leaders on capacity, reliability, outage exposure, infrastructure constraints, lifecycle priorities, and capital investment options using clear, risk-based recommendations.
• Develop engineering standards and evaluate technologies that improve redundancy, fault isolation, automation, power quality, system visibility, and long-term resiliency.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required; specialization in power systems engineering is preferred. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is required.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in electrical power systems design, analysis, operation, and maintenance within complex operational environments is required.
• Demonstrated experience with medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, substations, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and protection relays.
• Expertise in power system modelling, load flow, fault analysis, protection coordination, grounding, harmonics, arc flash mitigation, and contingency assessment.
• Proficiency with ETAP, EasyPower, or comparable power system analysis software, with the ability to model network conditions and interpret study outputs.
• Knowledge of CSA Z462, occupational health and safety requirements, applicable electrical codes, utility standards, electrical testing, commissioning, and asset lifecycle management.
• As this position is considered safety-sensitive, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.

WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS ARE AN ASSET

• Additional training or certifications in power system analysis, protection and control, arc flash, SCADA, or asset management are considered assets.
• Experience within regulated, industrial, utility, transportation, airport, municipal, or other critical infrastructure environments is considered an asset.
• Bilingual in English and French

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.

We valuediversityand are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.