Electrical Engineer – Renewables (Full-Time, Permanent)
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 renewable energy integration requirements

Commercial Mindset

Ability to operate in a fast‑paced project environment

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Comfortable balancing technical rigor with project execution requirements

Solution‑oriented mindset with strong attention to detail

Communication & Leadership

Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

Experience working with EPC contractors, utilities, turbine suppliers and multidisciplinary teams

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines

Experience working with international teams and suppliers is an asset

Why Join

Direct exposure to large‑scale renewable energy acquisitions and development

Opportunity to play a key role in building a North American renewable energy platform

Highly entrepreneurial workplace with fast decision‑making and execution focus

Collaboration with international leadership and capital partners

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary

Long‑term growth opportunity within the company platform

Comprehensive benefits package

Work Authorization Requirement

This position is open only to candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

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