Project Engineer, Power and Energy

TransCanada PipeLines; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Project Engineer, Power and Energy to develop and deliver large-scale thermal power generation projects across Canada and the US. You will drive technical development from concept through commissioning and act as the key interface among development, commercial, engineering, construction and operations teams.

The role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, consultants and suppliers to transform opportunities into executable projects, with potential for BESS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• Professional Engineering designation with a governing body is required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in thermal generation and complex projects.
• Experience overseeing EPCM firms and engineers, and coordinating multidisciplinary deliverables.
• Knowledge of thermal generation technologies (aeroderivative, simple/combined cycle, CHP, SOFC).

Responsibilities

• Own technical development and engineering integration from concept to turnover.
• Lead project definition, scope development and technical strategy through FEL stages.
• Coordinate with project teams to develop plans and assurance deliverables for project workflows.
• Drive readiness for investment decisions with mature scope, schedule, cost and risk.
• Interface between development, commercial, engineering, construction and operations teams.
• Lead technology selection, plant configuration and optimization studies.
• Manage engineering service providers and consultants.
• Identify and mitigate engineering, constructability and operability risks.
• Ensure activities support permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Champion value engineering and lifecycle cost optimization.
• Provide technical support during asset construction and commissioning.
• Develop strategy for project performance reporting and dashboards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy or related field)

Professional Engineering designation (APEGA or equivalent)

Job description

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning , we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

Join us. Connect to what matters.

The Opportunity

Our Power and Energy Solutions (PES) Project team is seeking a Project Engineer, Power and Energy to join the development of large-scale power generation projects across Canada and the US. Reporting to the Director, Project Engineering, you will play a key role in shaping, developing, and delivering complex thermal power generation projects from concept through commissioning. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, gaining exposure to engineering, commercial, regulatory, construction, and operational aspects of major energy infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, industry-leading consultants, equipment suppliers, and contractors to transform strategic opportunities into executable projects.

The role will support a portfolio that may include natural gas-fired generation (front of meter and islanded), battery energy storage systems (BESS), cogeneration facilities and hybrid energy solutions supporting North America's growing electricity demand.

For individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and want to make a tangible impact on large-scale energy projects, this role provides exceptional opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

This position will require travel to various site locations on a regular basis across North America.

Hours of work may need to be extended as business needs arise.

What you'll do

• Own technical development and engineering integration for large-scale thermal power generation projects; starting at concept development, planning and design through commissioning and turnover.
• Lead project definition, scope development and technical strategy through all FEL stages leveraging TC Energy's Project Delivery System (PDS).
• Coordination with project team members to develop project plans and assurance deliverables to progress the project through project assurance workflows, including FID readiness.
• Drive technical readiness for investment decisions, ensuring appropriate maturity of scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
• Act as the key technical interface between development, commercial, engineering, construction, and operations teams.
• Lead technology selection, plant configuration, and optimization studies.
• Mange engineering service providers, owner's engineer and other project consultant technical deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate engineering, constructability, operability, reliability, and execution risks.
• Ensure engineering activities support permitting, interconnection strategy, and regulatory approval requirements.
• Champion value engineering and lifecycle cost optimization initiatives.
• Provide technical support during asset construction and commissioning.
• Develop strategy and provide input into project performance reporting e.g., standardized reporting monthly Project Reports, Project Dashboards, quarterly Board of Director reporting support, project metric development, performance template development and maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy or related field).
• Professional Engineering designation with APEGA or with another provincial engineering governing body.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the development and execution of thermal generation and complex industrial or infrastructure projects across a wide geography footprint.
• Direct experience and familiarity with development of large thermal power generation projects is considered a strong asset.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee EPCM firms, Owner's Engineers, and other engineering consultants, including defining scopes of work, coordinating multidisciplinary deliverables, monitoring performance, and ensuring technical quality, schedule alignment, and compliance with project requirements.
• Knowledge of various thermal generation technologies (aeroderivative, small/large frame simple & combined cycle, Combined Heat & Power, Solid Oxide Fuel Cells).
• Ability to prioritize work independently and solve problems using established industry-standard methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to various audiences.
• Experience working with Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management (EPC and EPCM) contractors, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), engineering consultants, and project developers.
• Experience during construction and commissioning.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions.