Principal Electrical Engineer - Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Enbridge Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Parental leave

Retirement savings with stock

Paid time off

Employee & Family Assistance

Wellness program

FlexWork hybrid options

Job summary

Enbridge Inc. is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to lead as a senior technical authority across our utility-scale battery portfolio.

You will shape engineering standards, guide projects from development through operations, and improve safety, reliability, and lifecycle value of BESS assets. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor engineers, and drive solutions that align with regulatory and industry standards across Canada and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 7+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in BESS or power systems.
• APEGAB/PEO/PE registration as professional engineer required/recognized.
• Expertise in battery systems, BMS, PCS, EMS, SCADA, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for utility‑scale BESS electrical systems and establish standards.
• Lead troubleshooting, root-cause analyses and investigations.
• Develop lifecycle strategies for reliability and asset management.
• Provide governance for modifications to BESS and related systems.
• Represent Operations across project lifecycle from development to turnover.
• Advance safety, compliance, and continuous improvement while mentoring others.

Skills

Electrical engineering

P.Eng registration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Posting End Date: November 16, 2026 Employee Type: Regular-Full time Union/Non: This is a non-union position At Enbridge, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable energy while driving financial excellence and innovation. We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to join our team! In this role, you will serve as a senior technical authority for electrical systems across our utility-scale battery energy storage portfolio. You will shape engineering standards and asset strategies, guide projects from development through operations, and advance the safety, reliability, performance, and lifecycle value of BESS assets. Bring your technical expertise and strategic perspective to help shape the future of energy storage at Enbridge! #joinourteamtech Note, the internal job title is Electrical Engineering Specialist – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the subject matter expert for utility-scale BESS electrical systems, establishing fleet standards, technical specifications, operating philosophies, and engineering best practices.
• Lead complex troubleshooting, root-cause analyses, and technical investigations involving equipment failures, performance concerns, protection-system operations, thermal events, and abnormal conditions.
• Develop reliability, maintenance, asset management, battery augmentation, lifecycle replacement, warranty, and critical spare-parts strategies that improve asset value and reduce operational risk.
• Provide engineering governance for modifications to battery systems, Battery Management System (BMS), Power Conversion Systems (PCS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), protection and control systems, firmware, and software through effective risk assessment and Management of Change processes.
• Represent Operations throughout project development, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, performance testing, and turnover to ensure safe, reliable, maintainable, and cost-effective solutions.
• Advance regulatory compliance, battery safety, thermal runaway prevention, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement while mentoring engineers and influencing multidisciplinary teams.

Who You Are:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• Experienced with 7 or more years of progressively responsible electrical engineering experience, including significant work with utility-scale BESS, power generation, transmission, or distribution systems.
• Registered member with APEGA as P. Eng. in the Province of Alberta, or a registered member with PEO as P. Eng in the Province of Ontario, or if in the U.S., a Professional Engineering designation (PE) is required.
• Knowledgeable with advanced expertise in battery systems, BMS, PCS, EMS, SCADA, medium-voltage collection systems, substations, protection and controls, utility interconnections, battery degradation, thermal management, and energy-storage safety.
• Strong understanding of testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, reliability engineering, asset management, lifecycle optimization, maintenance strategies, and applicable Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), National Electric Code (NEC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and UL requirements.
• Ability to lead complex technical investigations, assess operational and lifecycle risks, evaluate emerging technologies, and translate findings into practical, risk-based recommendations.
• Influential in being able to communicate clearly, build strong stakeholder relationships, mentor technical professionals, and guide decisions across project teams, vendors, consultants, utilities, regulators, and business leaders without direct authority.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment.
• Moderate travel (up to 25%) with regular field visits to supported sites.
• Ability to travel and work throughout Canada and United States.
• Valid passport is required.
• A valid driver's license and maintenance of a responsible driving record is required which will be validated before hire.

Salary:

Ranges from $125,000 – $155,000 USD for U.S. locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity. Ranges from $125,000 – $155,000 CAD for Ontario locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity. Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Benefits:

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance, and disability.
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.
• Paid time off, vacation and sick time, plus paid personal days depending on location and paid holidays.
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Wellness Program that provides tools, resources, and opportunities to support employees’ physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
• Enbridge’s FlexWork hybrid work model offers eligible employees at the Manager level and below the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, choose a compressed workweek schedule, or use flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine eligibility for each option.

AI Statement and Inclusion:

Enbridge is committed to using AI responsibly. AI may assist with certain recruiting activities, but it is not used to make employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by people. At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants:

Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only. We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check. To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com

Company Overview

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