The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Reporting to the Director, Grid Planning, the Manager, System Planning leads a team of engineers responsible for transmission system planning, reliability standards compliance, and developing transmission infrastructure projects across Alberta. In this strategic leadership role, you will provide technical oversight, drive planning processes and methodologies, and support the delivery of critical transmission initiatives.

Working closely with a parallel System Planning team, you collaborate to balance workload, share resources, and deliver Alberta's most significant transmission projects. The role also shares accountability for the AESO's Long-Term Transmission Plan (LTP) and the evidence required to demonstrate compliance with Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS).

This full time opportunity offers a competitive salary. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

Lead the System Planning team, including workforce planning, budgeting, and alignment with corporate policies.

Ensure compliance with ARS, ISO Rules, and transmission planning requirements.

Oversee transmission planning projects,



including engineering and economic studies that support AUC applications and Need Identification Documents.

Adapt planning practices to evolving policy, market design, and tariff requirements.

Collaborate across the AESO to support customer connections and strategic initiatives.

Provide technical leadership, oversight, and key decision-making support.

Foster employee development through coaching, training, and career growth opportunities.

Represent the AESO in regulatory proceedings, stakeholder engagements, and industry forums.

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Post-graduate degree (M.15+ years of experience in the electricity industry, with transmission planning experience considered an asset.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences.

Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the electricity industry.

Technical expertise in transmission system planning and power system analysis, with experience in areas such as system studies, modeling, simulation, and emerging grid technologies.

Broad understanding of related disciplines, including electricity markets, economics, forecasting, data analytics, asset management, and transmission infrastructure development.

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📌 Planning & Analysis Manager (Calgary)
🏢 Alberta Electric System Operator (Aeso)
📍 Calgary