GIS & AIS Substation Engineer with strong Power Systems engineering capability

Kleinfelder; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Wellness days

RRSP plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Free parking

Job summary

Kleinfelder seeks a GIS & AIS Substation Engineer for our Alberta locations in Edmonton & Calgary to support the design, analysis, and integration of high‑voltage substations for utility and industrial clients. You will apply GIS and AIS expertise, perform system studies, and coordinate across disciplines in a dynamic team.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years in HV substation engineering, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel for field work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; P. Eng or eligibility for registration preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience in high-voltage substation engineering, covering GIS and AIS.
• Demonstrated capability in power system studies using ETAP, CYME, SKM, PSCAD, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of HV equipment: breakers, disconnects, instrument transformers, bus systems, cable systems, surge protection.
• Familiarity with CSA, IEEE, IEC, NFPA, and utility-specific standards.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Ability to support field work and occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Direct experience with GIS manufacturers (Hitachi, Siemens, ABB, Mitsubishi).
• AIS yard design for transmission-level voltages (72 kV, 138 kV, 240 kV, 500 kV).
• Brownfield substation upgrades and complex interface management.
• Knowledge of protection & control systems, relay logic, and SCADA integration.
• Experience with utility interconnection requirements and system impact studies.
• Stamp and issue drawings and review technical drawings for project standards.
• Travel to field for project scoping, verification, and client meetings.

Skills

GIS & AIS Substation Eng.

Power systems engineering

ETAP

CYME

PSCAD

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng or eligibility for registration

Tools

Hitachi/Huawei GIS hardware

Siemens

ABB

Mitsubishi

Job description

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives - from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

ROLE OVERVIEW - Candidate must be living in Alberta, EPC experience is an asset.

We are seeking a highly skilled GIS & AIS Substation Engineer with strong Power Systems engineering capability in our Alberta location Edmonton & Calgary to support the design, analysis, and integration of high‑voltage substations for utility and industrial clients. This role combines advanced GIS equipment expertise with comprehensive AIS yard design, system-level engineering studies, and multidisciplinary coordination.

This is a great opportunity for a GIS & AIS Substation Engineer with a positive attitude, collaborative, possess strong Electrical Engineering knowledge and experience, enthusiastic about new challenges (technical and non-technical), and can communicate well with others. Our team is dynamic and collaborative - if this description fits what you are looking for in your career,

Experience & Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; P. Eng or eligibility for registration preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience in high-voltage substation engineering, covering both GIS and AIS systems.
• Demonstrated capability in power system studies using ETAP, CYME, SKM, PSCAD, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of HV equipment: breakers, disconnects, instrument transformers, bus systems, cable systems, surge protection.
• Familiarity with CSA, IEEE, IEC, NFPA, and utility-specific standards.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Ability to support field work and occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Direct experience with GIS manufacturers (Hitachi, Siemens, ABB, Mitsubishi).
• AIS yard design for transmission-level voltages (72 kV, 138 kV, 240 kV, 500 kV).
• Brownfield substation upgrades and complex interface management.
• Knowledge of protection & control systems, relay logic, and SCADA integration.
• Experience with utility interconnection requirements and system impact studies.
• Execute electrical engineering activities with the objective of meeting the defined contractual scope to the relevant codes, standards, and company procedures.
• Perform calculations including load studies, lighting levels, hazardous area classifications, junction box, distribution panel, and cable sizing.
• Stamp and issue drawings.
• Analyze technical issues within the electrical engineering discipline, aided and supported by the other specialist disciplines.
• Develop work plans and execution of strategies given schedule, budget, and scope constraints.
• Develop project design criteria, design basis, and electrical specifications.
• Develop specific electrical systems, equipment, skid and module packages design criteria, sizing, and specifications.
• Perform detailed reviews of project electrical design specifications, design drawings, and standard detail drawings.
• Provide drafters with modifications to technical drawings and work plans according to engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for design team.
• Review and ensure required corrections are completed by designers and meets project standards.
• Report to the Electrical Engineering Manager on progress of work and ensure coordination between the engineering and design team.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members.
• Assist in the development of work practices and procedures.
• Identify any slippages to schedule or budget and make changes accordingly to solve complex issues.
• Assist in the creation of other project documents such as Requests for Information, Purchase Recommendations, and P&IDs.
• Partner with stakeholders in proposal writing, marketing presentations, and organization of internal resources for assigned prospects.
• Support the business development of Kleinfelder and liaise any possible opportunities.
• Assist in creating work document packages during closeout of projects.
• Travel to field for project scoping, verification, construction support, and meeting with clients.
• Attend and host team/project meetings and client meetings.
• Completion of other relevant duties as required.

Competencies & Skills

• Team leader and strong ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Organization and time management.
• Client service oriented.
• Organizational awareness.
• Analytical thinker and high attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Willingness to provide career and technical mentorship.
• Commitment to risk and change management processes.

POSITION CONDITIONS

Job is performed in an office environment; occasional travel may be required.

Calgary is 100% remote.

Edmonton is hybrid.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Work schedule

Work-life balance with flexible Mon – Fri work week schedule options.

Office

Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit

Benefits

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Membership fees paid.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.