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At ENMAX, the work we do shows up in everyday moments, lights turning on at home, businesses opening their doors, and communities staying connected. Behind the scenes, it takes thoughtful design, strong leadership, and people who truly care about getting it right.

That's where you come in.

We're looking for a Senior Transmission Engineer who enjoys digging into the details and taking pride in building something that lasts. In this role, you'll lead transmission design work from the early ideas all the way through to construction and completion. You'll help shape projects that keep our system reliable today while preparing it for the future.

You'll be a go-to expert. Someone teammates trust for guidance and clear direction. Whether you're reviewing designs, supporting construction, or helping solve complex challenges, your work will make a real difference across our city. You'll also bring people together, working with different teams to make sure every project is safe, high-quality, and built to serve our community well.

If you're someone who enjoys both the technical side of engineering and helping others succeed, this could be a great next step, where your skills grow, your voice matters, and your work helps power the place we all call home.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support, guidance and expertise for full project cycle, including but not limited to: system planning, routing & siting, stakeholder engagement, regulatory, estimating, engineering & design, procurement, scheduling, construction, commissioning and asset management.

• Manage all technical aspects of transmission line design projects, including structural design and analysis, foundation design and overhead system design. Projects will cover new lines, rebuild/upgrade of existing lines, relocation of lines, and emergency response.

• Conduct engineering design and analysis for all aspects of transmission line design that include but not limited to survey/LiDAR data processing, structure/conductor/insulator optimization, DRD/loading tree design, PLS CADD/Pole/Tower/ Caisson analysis, construction coordination and supervision etc

• Work with other groups as a subject matter expert for transmission line projects. Provide input to Asset Management, System Planning, Regulatory, Standards, Office of the Chief Engineer, and any other groups within ENMAX requiring technical expertise in Transmission projects.

• Generate and review all engineering/technical documents project related including but not limited to- NID document, functional specification, material/construction specification, Project scope, construction/design scope of work, bill of material, tender package etc.

• Oversee the scope and ensure the quality of engineering deliverables provided by internal and external engineering consultants to meet the needs of the project. Ensure all applicable engineering, industry and ENMAX Corporation standards, codes, regulations and public safety are applied in designs and during review.

• Identify, explore and propose solutions and improvements to technical practices, components, and processes for team lead and manager review.

• Work with internal and external customers and technical experts to determine the complete project scope for complex projects, including identifying all required technical deliverables, interdependencies, and any risks that are technical in nature.

• Provide guidance to stakeholders reviewing construction Requests for Information and consult with required parties and provide responses in the form of Field Instructions, or via direct construction support on site.

• Ensure the safety of our staff, contractors, and the public is held as paramount in everything we do.

Education Required:

• P.Eng status with The Association of Professionals in Engineering and Geoscience in Alberta (APEGA)

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Structural Engineering is preferred

Qualifications & Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in the areas of transmission line design

• Strong proficiency with PLS CADD/POLE/TOWER/CAISSON is required

• HV underground line (138kV+) experience will be asset

• Utility work experience will be asset

• Experience with regulatory applications filings will be an asset

• Experience in stakeholder engagement discussions will be an asset

Competencies:

• Able to handle and prioritize multiple concurrent projects, establish clear schedules, and meet commitments.

• Ability to lead technical workstreams and coordinate multi-discipline stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, high-quality outcomes.

• Able to build strong working relationships with consultants and contractors, providing clear direction and ensuring good-quality work.

• Proven capability in engineering judgment and decision-making in ambiguous or complex situations, including escalation when appropriate.

• Communicate well with both internal teams and external partners, build trust and keep everyone aligned.

ENMAX Values - Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Service, Teamwork, Agility, Innovation

Did we mention the ENMAX Advantage?

We offer competitive compensation including a comprehensive flexible benefits program, non-downtown location that includes great building amenities such as free onsite fitness facility, onsite massage, onsite child care centre (upon availability, offered from our ENMAX Place location 141 - 50 Ave. SE), free parking and much more. If you share our values and would like to make a difference with your career, join the team and see where the ENMAX possibilities can take you.

Location:This role will be part of our hybrid (home and office) workforce with office workspace located at ENMAX Place (141 - 50th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB). You will work from home on Mondays and Fridays and in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Note:

• We have changed the way we connect with our candidates. Initial interviews may be done virtually as well as parts of our on-boarding and job training may be completed remotely.

• If we can provide an accommodation or adjustment to make the process more accessible for you, please let us know. ENMAX welcomes all qualified applicants to apply and is committed to a safe and respectful workplace. It is our aim to have a workplace which is inclusive and values safety, diversity, personal integrity, respect for individual differences, and encourages ownership and accountability for our actions.

• Every ENMAX employee is responsible to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves, of all other workers, and of the public. Each employee must become familiar with safety procedures and rules applicable to their job and are required to follow themwhile working at ENMAX.

• Must be legal to work in Canada and requires the successful completion of a criminal background check. Two pieces of valid Government issued ID will be required.

• Two professional references will be requested.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional lands of Indigenous Peoples. ENMAX headquarters is in Calgary, Alberta, the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy, comprised of the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, and Amskapi Piikuni Nations; the Tsuut'ina Nation; and the iyarheNakoda Nations of Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney, and home to the Metis Nation of Alberta, as well as many diverse Indigenous people who have made the city their home. We are committed to strengthening relationships with Indigenous Nations and peoples in all communities where we operate, through respect and collaboration.

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