Electrical Engineer
Job in
Calgary, Alberta, D3J, Canada
Listed on 2026-06-03
Listing for:
Lee Group Search
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Energy Management/ Efficiency, Energy Engineer -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Energy Management/ Efficiency, Energy Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Calgary, Alberta
Role Overview
A growing renewable energy company is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Renewables to support the development, engineering, execution and optimization of utility-scale renewable energy projects across North America.
This role is highly technical and execution-driven, supporting projects from early‑stage development through detailed design, construction, commissioning and operations. The successful candidate will work closely with development teams, EPC contractors, utilities, consultants and equipment suppliers to ensure projects are technically optimized, bankable and delivered according to schedule and budget.
The position will focus on utility‑scale solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), wind energy and hybrid renewable energy systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Development & Technical Support
Support technical development activities for utility‑scale renewable energy projects
Review and optimize project electrical designs during development stages
Support feasibility studies, interconnection evaluations and technical due diligence
Coordinate with utilities, AESO / AUC, consultants and land and permitting teams
Support technical risk assessments and development strategies for solar, wind and BESS projects
2. Electrical Design & Engineering
Review and support detailed electrical design for utility‑scale solar PV plants, battery energy storage systems, utility‑scale wind farms, and hybrid renewable energy facilities
Review single‑line diagrams, collector systems, protection and control systems, MV/HV substations, grounding systems, SCADA and communication systems, turbine electrical interfaces and collector networks
Coordinate with EPC contractors and engineering consultants to ensure design optimization and compliance
3. Interconnection & Grid Compliance
Support interconnection processes with utilities and transmission operators
Review and coordinate load flow studies, short circuit studies, harmonic studies, dynamic modeling requirements and grid compliance studies
Support compliance with AESO requirements, utility standards, grid code requirements and wind turbine generator requirements
Assist with commissioning and energization planning
4. Procurement & Technical Evaluation
Support procurement and technical evaluation of major electrical equipment, including inverters, wind turbines, transformers, MV/HV equipment, BESS systems and SCADA systems
Review supplier technical documentation and factory acceptance testing procedures
Participate in vendor selection and technical negotiations
5. Construction & Commissioning Support
Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning phases
Review RFIs, technical submittals and field design changes
Support QA/QC activities, testing and commissioning procedures, energization coordination and performance verification
Coordinate with field teams and EPC contractors to resolve technical issues efficiently
6. Technical Due Diligence & Optimization
Support technical due diligence for project acquisitions and financing
Review EPC designs, energy yield assumptions, PVSyst and wind resource assessments, curtailment assumptions, equipment specifications and grid integration strategies
Identify opportunities for technical and commercial optimization
7. Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with development, EPC and construction teams, finance, asset management, external consultants and utilities
Provide practical, solution‑oriented engineering support aligned with project delivery objectives
Candidate Profile
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Preferred P.Eng designation in Alberta
Minimum 5–10+ years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, utility‑scale infrastructure and electrical design and construction
Technical Expertise
Strong experience in utility‑scale solar PV, wind energy systems, BESS systems, MV/HV systems and grid interconnection
Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PVCase / PVFarm, PVSyst, WindPRO or equivalent wind modeling software and AutoCAD
Strong understanding of Canadian electrical codes, utility standards and…
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