Description Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full time, permanent Engineer, Structural (Civil) po sition working out of Edmonton, AB . This position reports to the Manager, Apparatus Aerial & Underground Transmission.

The Engineer , Structural is accountable for all civil structural engineering services within high voltage t ransmission substations, as well as aerial and underground lines in EPCOR’s Electricity Operations . In this role, you will oversee green and brown field projects, represent EPCOR when working with design consultants and ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards .

As our best candidate, you are capable of working in multi-discipline engineering teams, as needed, providing guidance to other team members and building relationships with internal and external consultants and stakeholders. You are a creative problem solver who can manage a variety of issues while meeting commitments.

This position may be eligible for EPCOR’s hybrid work program.

What you’d be responsible for

- Develop ing and maintain ing the civil structural engineering stan dards and templates, including the development, review and approval of design phil osophies, standards, templates and drawings while also ensuring compliance to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Contributing to the Transmission Engineering department plans and implementing appropriate deliverables within the context of the Transmission business plan, department goals and project objectives.
- Authenticating design drawings and issuing design packages.
- Leading the quality management of all civil structural related aspects of projects and maintenance work.
- Reviewing external design packages, studies and geotechnical reports and making recommendations.




- Participating in developing the work scope for consultants and construction contract RFPs relating to civil/structural matters.
- Identify ing the necessary budget requirements for the provision of professional development, stan dards and guidelines literature and computer programs necessary to carry out civil engineering functions.
- Providing engineering and commissioning support to field co nstruction related to the civil structural design discipline .
- Creating commissioning and Inspection Test Plans ( I TP s) for construction with hold p oints for all civil structural work.
- Performing design work for civil structural engineering matters for both the substations and transmission lines.

What’s Required To Be Successful

- Professional Engineer registered with APEGA and a Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Eng ineering.
- 5 years of design experience within the Civil Structural Engineering field .
- E xperience working with substation and transmission line designs is considered an asset .
- Minimum 1-2 years of e xperience performing active, on site field support for construction projects .
- Knowledge of industry civil/structural standards and understanding of Alberta b uilding and City of Edmonton codes and standards .
- Trained on structural analysis software. Experience with PLS CADD for line design would be an asset.




- Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Ivara, P6, e-scheduler and other project tools.
- Strong analytical, decis ion making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to clearly and concisely communicate technical or complex issues .

Other Important Facts About This Job Jurisdiction: PROF Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: September 15, 2026

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Please Note The Following Information

- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and skilled reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

📌 Engineer, Civil/Structural (Edmonton)
🏢 EPCOR
📍 Edmonton