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How much do senior engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior engineering manager in Alberta is $153,907.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,000.00 and $181,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior engineering manager?

A Senior Engineering Manager is a seasoned leader responsible for overseeing multiple engineering teams or large projects within an organization. They manage engineering managers or team leads, set technical direction, and ensure alignment with business goals. Their duties include mentoring staff, driving process improvements, managing budgets, and collaborating with other departments. Senior Engineering Managers play a key role in hiring, performance evaluations, and fostering a productive engineering culture. They typically have extensive industry experience and strong leadership skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior engineering manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Engineering Manager, you need a robust background in engineering principles, leadership experience, and a relevant degree, often complemented by prior management roles. Familiarity with project management tools (such as Jira or Asana), software development methodologies (like Agile), and technical certifications can be highly beneficial. Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and mentoring skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills are vital for effectively guiding teams, delivering projects on time, and fostering an innovative and collaborative engineering environment.

What is a senior engineering manager?

Senior engineering managers oversee the project team to ensure each phase is completed accurately, on time, and within budget. They coordinate with the company’s marketing and sales departments to determine what products or services are offered to clients and then develop those offerings to specifications. As a senior engineering manager, you may also need to troubleshoot equipment or software. To become a senior engineering manager, you need a certificate or degree in computer science or a related field, several years of working in software development, and management experience.

What is the difference between Senior Engineering Manager vs Engineering Director?

AspectSenior Engineering ManagerEngineering Director
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple engineering teams, manages project delivery, and mentors managersSets strategic direction, manages multiple departments, and aligns engineering goals with company objectives
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field, 8+ years experience, leadership skillsSimilar credentials, often with 10+ years experience, strategic planning skills
Work EnvironmentHands-on team management within engineering teamsHigh-level strategic planning, cross-department coordination
Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, startups, and large enterprisesTypically found in larger organizations with complex structures

While both roles require strong technical backgrounds and leadership skills, Senior Engineering Managers focus more on team management and project execution, whereas Engineering Directors are responsible for strategic planning and organizational alignment across multiple teams.

How does a senior engineering manager typically balance technical leadership with people management responsibilities?

A Senior Engineering Manager often splits their time between guiding technical strategy and supporting their team’s professional development. This involves overseeing complex engineering projects, setting clear technical direction, and ensuring best practices are followed, while also mentoring engineers, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a collaborative team culture. Balancing these areas requires strong delegation, prioritization, and communication skills, as well as regularly collaborating with other departments like Product and Design to align goals. Most organizations expect Senior Engineering Managers to actively contribute to both technical and people-focused initiatives, which can be challenging but is essential for team and project success.
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Infographic showing various Senior Engineering Manager job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $153,907 per year, or $74 per hour.

Intermediate Electrical Engineer

Kleinfelder Inc

Calgary, AB

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 12 days ago


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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job Description

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia. 

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common sense. Kleinfelder's integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Our team promotes respect, diversity and inclusion and we provide support for professional development through mentoring programs and training opportunities. Our team is dynamic and collaborative - if this description fits what you are looking for in your career, please apply! 

The Opportunity - This position is Alberta based only.

The Intermediate Electrical Engineer will provide electrical engineering leadership within our interdisciplinary and innovative project team. The Engineer will be a critical part of our success, ensuring that technical excellence, cost, schedule, and contractual requirements are achieved. The Intermediate Electrical Engineer will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager, providing mentorship to Junior staff and being supported by Senior Electrical Engineers.

This is a great opportunity for a proactive, energetic, and enthusiastic candidate looking for new challenges, both technical and non-technical. Our team is dynamic and collaborative - if this description fits what you are looking for in your career, please apply!

Key Responsibilities

 As a key contributor to the Kleinfelder team, your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing innovative technical approaches and solutions for single- and multi-discipline projects.
  • Leading electrical engineering and design development over the entire project lifecycle through design basis memoranda, calculations, sketches, technology selection, 3D model development, drawings, and specifications. 
  • Preparing and revising documentation through all project phases and modifying technical drawings and work plans according to engineering principles and procedures.
  • Performing electrical design calculations, including cable and raceway sizing, equipment sizing, power system studies, lighting design, and heat dissipation.
  • Developing project deliverables including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable routing, cable schedules, junction box layouts, bills of materials, hazardous area classifications, lighting and grounding layouts, control panel layouts, datasheets, instrument layouts, and design details.
  • Performing detailed reviews of electrical codes, standards, and specifications to ensure designs meet all project requirements.
  • Performing quality control activities in accordance with project requirements, including detailed deliverable reviews, interdisciplinary reviews, and independent technical reviews.
  • Participating in project design reviews with internal team members and/or clients, vendors, sub-consultants.
  • Conduct field reviews to develop project scope, meet with project stakeholders, and verify field conditions.
  • Providing construction support to projects, including RFI and shop drawing review, field inspections, and commissioning support.
  • Assisting project managers and senior engineers in developing and managing project scope, budget, and schedule.
  • Create and develop client relationships and assist client account managers, project managers, and senior engineers with business development duties as required.
  • Providing guidance, training, and mentorship for junior designers and engineers.
  • Following developing technologies in electrical engineering, control, and instrumentation.
  • Completion of other relevant duties as required.

Competencies & Skills

  • Thorough understanding of applicable electrical and building codes (e.g. CSA, IEEE, API, NFPA).
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, construction methods, and approaches and the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to others.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills. 
  • Responsive and client service oriented.
  • Proactive self-starter with an eagerness to learn.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
  • Well-developed critical thinking skills, strong analytical abilities and a continuous improvement in mindset.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and PDF editing programs (Bluebeam, Adobe) used to create reports and documents.
  • Knowledge of CAD design software tools such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, MicroStation, and Revit would be an asset.
  • Experience with specialized electrical engineering software such as ETAP, SKM, and AGI32 would be an asset.

Experience & Academic Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 6 years of Electrical Engineering experience in oil and gas, EPCM, or related industry.
  • P.Eng. registration with APEGA.
  • P.E. (US) registration would be an asset.

POSITION CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment / hybrid / remote; occasional travel may be required.

 

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Work schedule: Work-life balance with flexible Mon - Fri work week schedule options.

Office: Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. APEGA membership fees paid.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

*We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the number of applicants, only those moving to the next step in our recruitment process will be contacted.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES 

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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