SCADA Engineer or Technologist

Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation & flex time

Health and dental benefits

Mental health support

Defined contribution pension

Learning & development

Job summary

Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is seeking a SCADA Engineer or Technologist to support real-time EMS data and control environments in Calgary. You’ll design, test, and maintain systems, ensuring reliable grid operations and effective incident response.

The role requires 5–7 years in power systems, strong problem‑solving skills, and experience with SCADA and EMS software. A hybrid work setup is available with travel to NW Calgary as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in a relevant electrical utility or Power Systems discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of complex control systems in real-time operating environments.
• Experience supporting SCADA systems and familiarity with telecom networks.
• Knowledge of power system modeling and EMS software is an asset.
• Understanding of RAS and AESO market operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, implement, document, troubleshoot, and maintain real-time control systems.
• Optimize system control and monitoring applications for project requirements.
• Develop SCADA requirements from grid models and standards.
• Support 24/7 on-call incident and problem management for EMS data.
• Ensure CIP/Security standards compliance and interface with IT for incidents.

Skills

SCADA systems experience

Problem solving

Real-time operations

Telecommunications knowledge

Network infrastructure

On-call incident management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or engineering

Diploma in electrical engineering technology

Tools

GE EMS software

SCADA

DNP3

ICCP

Job description

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

The Operation Systems department is looking for a SCADA Engineer or Technologist to join the team which is responsible for the support and management of the Energy Management Systems’ (EMS) real-time data portfolio. In this position, you will be an integral part of the Operations Systems Data Management team in supporting the real-time operations of the Alberta Electrical Grid.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package.

You will enjoy working with us if:

• You flourish in a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment
• You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals, and work and learn in a diverse atmosphere – our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• You have high personal accountability and find it intuitive to place attention on priorities and value-add items
• You have a curious mind and enjoy digging in deep to learn how things work
• You can multitask and balance multiple initiatives in flight

Key accountabilities may include:

• Design, configure, test, implement, document, troubleshoot, and maintain systems that support real-time control environments, including hardware, communications, telemetry, and operating system software.
• Optimize system control and monitoring applications specific to project design and operating requirements.
• Support connections to the grid of transmission and generation projects:
• Review technical documents, standards, and single-line diagrams to develop SCADA requirements for the AESO’s power system model.
• Work with internal and external personnel to implement, test, and validate data
• Understand project process and methodologies
• Manage baseline EMS functionality and provide 7 x 24 on-call support for real-time operations, including incident and problem management related to:
• SCADA data configuration and quality
• SCADA Wide Area Network (WAN) and telecommunications links
• Support of protocols including DNP3 and ICCP
• Support and operation of Automatic Generation Control
• Support and manage North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)/Security standards compliance, both internally and externally
• Support key internal business users of EMS data and perform technical data analysis
• Provide project input, testing, validation, and support of key initiatives.
• Interface with IT team for incident/problem management, monitoring service level expectations and agreements, and joint project implementation and support

What you’ll bring to us:

• Diploma in electrical engineering technology, a bachelor’s degree in an applicable IT or engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 to 7 years of experience in a relevant electrical utility or Power Systems related discipline
• In-depth knowledge of complex control systems applications used in a real-time operating environment and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting the SCADA systems, with a working knowledge of telecommunications and network infrastructure
• Understanding power system network modeling and able to demonstrate working knowledge of GE EMS software, and/or have experience with advanced application systems is considered an asset
• Power Systems engineering, electric utility experience, or familiarity with the operation of the AESO power market is considered an asset
• Understanding of Remedial Action Schemes (RAS) is also an asset

Note - The worksite for this role requires the ability to travel to a location in NW Calgary that is not accessible by public transit.

Application deadline:

September 23, 2026

If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the “AESO”) is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) of Alberta.

As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 4 of POPA.