Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Oversight Electrical Engineer Sr IV in the Oil and Gas Sector in Edmonton, Alberta. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Oversight Electrical Engineer to oversee engineering and design aspects of utility-scale solar and wind projects in the USA and Canada. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing and managing EPC contractor’s engineering packages (IFR and IFC) and ensuring compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and interconnection regulations. Additionally, this role involves evaluating high-voltage (HV) substation and PV/Wind plant designs, overseeing interconnection studies, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.Total rewards:$85.00 - $100.00 hourly12 Months of contract position Work Model: Hybrid - Mon, Tues, Thurs (office) / Weds, Fri (home)A typical day: Lead the review of EPC contractor's engineering and design packages (IFR and IFC) for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable codes (NEC, NESC, IEEE, NFPA, etc.)Provide technical feedback and coordinate design refinements with EPCs and stakeholders, Assess HV substation and PV plant electrical designs, including substation general arrangements, one-line diagrams, grounding, protection schemes, and relay coordination studiesEnsure proper integration of MV and HV equipment, including main power transformers (MPTs), inverters, switchgear, and circuit breakersEnsure adherence to industry standards, including IEEE, UL, CAS, NFPA, NESC, and NECEvaluate design risks and recommend cost-effective engineering solutionsCollaborate with EPC teams to ensure comprehensive documentation is submitted to regulatory bodies (e.G., ERCOT, FERC, NERC), demonstrating compliance with operational and interconnection standardsWork closely with regulatory teams to ensure all electrical interconnection implementations meet local,



state, and federal regulations, Accountable to the preparation of and detailed engineering construction drawings within assigned area ensuring effective and functional designsEnsure adequate information is provided to enable cost effective construction of Solar/Wind facilities; Accountable to ensure design compliance with project procedures, design standards (including providing recommendations for improvements), regulatory, environmental, health and safety requirementsParticipates in design review meetings to ensure consistency in the scope, design and expected performanceFollows applicable design review procedures, Lead the specification and requisition of materials by reviewing vendor materials quotations, performing technical bid evaluations and providing recommendations based on technical meritCollaborate with Supply Chain to procure material via internal toolsProvide technical support during all project phases, including project development, detailed design, construction, commissioning, close outProvide technical guidance during construction, addressing engineering-related RFIs and field modificationsSupport the commissioning and testing of HV substations and PV/wind plant electrical systems, and protection systemsParticipate and witness the factory acceptance tests (FATs) and site acceptance tests (SATs)



for major electrical equipment as requiredResponsible for the successful operations of the assigned area with significant corporate financial impactOversees the development and/or implementation of technical solutions, ensuring efficient coordination of technical resources and with other internal and external stakeholdersResponsible for the successful operations of the assigned area with significant corporate financial impactOversees the development and/or implementation of technical solutions, ensuring efficient coordination of technical resources and with other internal and external stakeholdersProvides informal leadership to peersSuccessful candidates will have: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical engineering10+ years of experience in electrical engineering system design and commissioning activities, including a minimum of 3 years in renewable energy projects (solar, wind, HV substations, BESS and grid interconnection)Professional Engineer designation with APEGA or equivalent, or eligibility to registerIn-depth knowledge of HV substations (34.5k V – 345k V), PV or wind plant electrical systems, power system analysis, and protection & control schemestrong understanding of grid interconnection processes and utility-scale renewable energy integrationEffective and professional interpersonal skills, both verbal and writtenStrong facilitation, collaboration, and negotiation skills to influence and drive-forward results and decisions without formal authorityRole requires a valid driver’s license, which will be verified with a motor vehicle check prior to hireFamiliarity with SCADA, RTUs, and communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850)Experience with cable heating, AC/DC cable losses, transient recovery voltage (TRV), insulation coordination, grounding, load flow, short circuit, and transformer energization studiesExperience with power system analysis and modeling software tools (e.G., PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD, SKM)#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Oversight Electrical Engineer Sr Iv (Edmonton)
🏢 Agilus Consulting Group
📍 Edmonton