Avia NG Airport Consultants represents the NextGen in airport consulting and brings together a unique team of experienced engineers, project managers, technologists and pilots that share a passion for airports and aviation. We take pride in creating and fostering a work environment where each person is treated as an individual and not a number. This passion motivates and drives us to deliver timely, high quality and innovative services to our clients and business partners.

We like to think this has been the reason we’ve been growing so rapidly, because our employees are just as important as our clients. We treat all with integrity and foster transparency in our work - this is what fuels our success.

We are currently seeking a client-oriented Senior Airport Electrical Engineer to join our Airfield Electrical Engineering Team.

What are the perks?
Working with us of course!

As awesome as we are, we also make sure you’re well compensated and rewarded for your performance.

Is that all? Absolutely not, mediocre is not an option for us.

We offer:

RRSP - Company matching contribution
100% Company paid benefits
Opportunities for growth and development
Hybrid work policy and flexible hours

Why are we hiring?
We are growing and growing fast! We are adding to our ranks to create a great work life balance for all. This role is a permanent full-time position in our Western region.

Job Summary:
The Senior Airport Electrical Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for the planning, design, delivery, and quality oversight of electrical engineering projects within airport environments. This role provides advanced technical expertise across airport electrical infrastructure, including airfield lighting systems, electrical distribution systems, facility electrical systems, standby power, and airport support facilities.

Working closely with clients, project managers, contractors, airport operators, and multidisciplinary design teams, this position supports the successful delivery of complex airport infrastructure projects from concept through construction and commissioning. The role also contributes significantly to business development,



proposal preparation, client relationship management, mentoring junior staff, and advancing Avia NG's technical excellence in airport engineering.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Design
Lead the design and delivery of airport electrical infrastructure projects.

Provide senior engineering expertise for:

Airport electrical distribution systems
Medium and low-voltage power distribution
Airport buildings and terminal facilities
Navigational aid power systems
Standby and emergency power systems
Site electrical installations and controls
Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, technical reports, and construction documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and airport operational requirements.
Review engineering deliverables for quality, constructability, safety, and operational effectiveness.
Participate in site investigations, field reviews, commissioning activities, and condition assessments.

Project Delivery
Manage multiple projects while maintaining budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
Support project planning and risk management.
Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, and architectural disciplines.
Provide technical guidance during construction and contract administration phases.
Review contractor submissions, RFIs, change requests, and shop drawings.
Assist project managers in identifying and mitigating project risks.

Business Development & Proposal Support
Lead and support proposal development efforts for airport infrastructure projects.
Prepare technical approaches, work plans, scopes, schedules, and fee estimates.
Participate in client meetings, business development activities, conferences, and industry events.




Build and maintain strong relationships with airport authorities, government agencies, and industry stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for new work and support strategic growth initiatives.
Provide technical mentorship to engineers, EITs, technologists, and designers.
Review and guide engineering work completed by junior staff.
Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and professional development activities.
Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives within the electrical practice.

Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada, or eligibility for registration.

Experience
Minimum 10 years of progressive electrical engineering experience.
Demonstrated experience in airport, aviation, transportation, municipal, or large infrastructure projects.

Extensive experience with:

Airport electrical distribution systems
Building electrical systems
Medium and low-voltage power distribution
Airfield lighting and airport support systems
Design consulting environments
Proven experience preparing technical proposals and supporting business development activities.

Technical Knowledge
Robust understanding of:

Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
Airport electrical systems and operations
Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) systems
Electrical distribution and power systems
Airport terminal and support building electrical systems
Transport Canada, ICAO, FAA, and airport industry standards
Electrical design software and AutoCAD-based platforms
Construction administration and ORAT/commissioning practices

Core Competencies
Technical leadership
Engineering judgment and problem solving
Proposal writing and business development
Client relationship management
Mentoring and staff development
Project planning and execution
Communication and report writing
Collaboration and teamwork

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📌 Senior Airport Electrical Engineer, Airfield Electrical Engineering (Alberta)
🏢 Avia NG Airport Consultants
📍 Alberta