Job Title: Senior Engineering Specialist – High Voltage & Interconnection (full-time)
Location: Calgary, Edmonton

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced professional to lead and deliver technical expertise for utility-scale power generation projects—including solar, wind, and battery storage.

In this senior role, you will manage critical project sub-components such as transmission lines and oversee all aspects of high-voltage (HV) electrical systems, ensuring seamless interconnection of power generation facilities to utility power grids. Your leadership will drive innovation, reliability, and compliance in the development of renewable energy infrastructure.

We offer opportunities for growth, a competitive benefits and pension plan, and generous time off. Apply today and join our team!

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of design, construction, and commissioning activities and support the development of Generator Interconnection Agreements (GIA) for interconnection processes with utilities, Independent System Operators (ISOs), and Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs).

• Review and optimize HV/MV substation, collection, transmission line, and equipment specifications, including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

• Conduct or review power system studies (power flow, short-circuit, arc-flash, protection coordination, grounding) ensuring designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and company specifications.

• Act as the technical interface between internal teams (Power Business Development, Technical Services, Power Operations, Supply Chain Management, Legal, Safety, Land, Environment, Project Support Groups) and external stakeholders (consultants, EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, vendors).

• Support procurement of HV equipment by developing technical bid packages, optimizing design and equipment selection, reviewing and approving vendor submittals, and providing domain expertise during sourcing.

• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning, including office and site-based oversight, quality control, participation in acceptance tests, and leadership during commissioning and integration.

• Contribute to project reporting and tracking key achievements for management and partners, proactively identifying and escalating issues as needed.

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Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Engineering; registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. in Canada or PE in the US), with preference for Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 8 years, preferably 10–15+ years, of progressively responsible technical and leadership experience.

• Direct experience in utility-scale power systems design, integration, and interconnection across North American ISOs.

• Broad experience, ideally including both office and field/site work.

• Collaborative, value-driven approach, balancing technical, cost, schedule, and lifecycle considerations.

• Strong communication skills, capable of leading meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

• Valid driver’s license (subject to verification via motor vehicle check).

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Working Conditions

• Primarily office environment with occasional field work.

• Travel requirements: 10%, up to 25% during peak periods.

• Enbridge offers competitive workplace programs and flexibility, including a hybrid work model (FlexWork) with the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays.

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Physical Requirements

• Grasping, kneeling, reaching above shoulder, light to moderate lifting (up to 20 pounds), repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, and visual/hearing requirements suitable for screen work, color detection, and reading fine print.

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Mental Requirements

• Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions.

• Analyze complex problems, explore solutions, and collaborate effectively.

• Organize and prioritize tasks, make moderate-impact decisions, and monitor their effects.

• Compose basic reports, letters, memoranda, and communicate effectively via phone.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 75.10/hr.