Senior Compliance Risk Management Jobs in Calgary, AB

Job Title: Sr Compliance Engineer

Job Level: ENG D
Date Posted: July 29, 2026
Closing Date: August 12, 2026
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Calgary

At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.

Oh, and, what do we do?

We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We’re excited to share that we are hiring a Sr Compliance Engineer.

Job Description:

AltaLink is looking to hire a Senior Compliance Engineer. The Senior Compliance Engineer will support the functions and objectives of the newly established Compliance Operations team. The role will be required to build and maintain strong working relationships with AltaLink’s operational teams and cross-functional stakeholders across all levels of the organization, to ensure compliance processes and procedures are in place to evidence compliance to external requirements, including Alberta Reliability Standards/CIP requirements, ISO Rules, and others as the compliance needs of the business evolves. This position offers the opportunity to help shape AltaLink’s path forward in a time where evolving reliability and security requirements continue to converge and rapidly change. Identifying new and innovative solutions for compliance as well as working closely and collaboratively with various AltaLink internal departments and other members of the industry will be key for this role’s success.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an understanding of compliance with Alberta Reliability Standards, ISO Rules, emerging reliability and security requirements and regulations and advise on how AltaLink can achieve compliance in those areas.
• Draft, review and improve processes and procedures to ensure the evidence collected meets compliance requirements under the rules, standards and regulations.
• Perform risk assessments and direct compliance assessments and assurance/monitoring activities in accordance with established compliance programs.
• Coordinates working groups to ensure continuous improvement of standards, processes, technologies, and evidence
• Review evidence for any non-compliance or contravention of rules or standards.
• As required, support and/or lead investigations into non-compliance events including facilitating root cause analysis and proposing remediation plans.
• Review and advise on the drafting of self‑reports and mitigation plans for submission to the Market Surveillance Administrator, including coordination of leadership review to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Lead the drafting and project management of responses to information requests received from regulators, including coordination of internal inputs and leadership review, to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Assist and support all external or internal auditing of Compliance with the applicable rules and requirements, including technical review and validation of evidence and preparation of required audit documentation
• Provide technical leadership and expertise on process development and internal control design to prevent instances of non-compliance and to improve AltaLink’s Compliance Program performance.
• Assist in driving consistency across functional areas in conforming to standards, processes, and evidence.
• Participate in industry technical groups as required.
• Propose draft comments in regulatory consultations relating to compliance including ISO Rules, ARS standards or MSA consultations.
• Support audits by coordinating audit activities, preparing and validating evidence, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Requirements

• University Bachelor Degree(s) in Engineering required or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the electric utility industry or a similarly regulated environment, including experience in operations, engineering, compliance, cyber security, asset management, or other related technical disciplines.
• Proven ability/experience in above noted responsibilities.
• Experience with NERC or Alberta Reliability Standards is required.
• Experience with Compliance Management Systems, such as AssurX or SAP GRC would be an asset.
• Experience in a regulatory environment would be an asset.
• Experience in regulatory compliance programs, audit activities, or internal assurance/audit functions would be an asset.
• Collaborative and diplomatic personality. Team player attitude is essential.
• Ability to engage and lead others.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate technology applications to solve compliance requirements.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a wide variety of reporting demands simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; acts independently to solve problems to meet commitments.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written, reporting and graphical presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of business process modeling techniques and workflow systems.
• Advanced level of knowledge for writing reports using a variety of Microsoft products including Excel, Word, Visio, or SharePoint.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and adopt alternate methods when working in a team to ensure AltaLink objectives are met.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment and develop strong internal and external relationships with team members from various work experiences.
• Meticulous attention to productivity and detail while being self-motivated and take initiative to pursue goals.
• Adaptability and stress management skills.
• Proven track record of good attendance and performance.

Notes:

Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/

External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).

AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates being considered for an interview. We sincerely appreciate all interest and invite all candidates to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or X.

In proceeding with your application, you will be required to submit personal information to AltaLink through our applicant tracking service provider and this information will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink’s hiring processes. AltaLink also relies on third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose. In the application process, AltaLink will require you to provide consent to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information for these purposes.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs