Line Design & Project Engineer

Role overview

AltaLink is hiring a Line Design & Project Engineer for its Project Development - Lines & Civil Engineering team in Calgary. This is a permanent full-time role at job level ENG C/D, reporting to the Manager, Lines & Civil Engineering.

The position combines transmission line design expertise with project engineering leadership across capital, customer, Direct Assign, rebuild, modification, maintenance and urgent restoration work. The role spans the full project lifecycle, from early concept development and scoping through detailed design, construction support, acceptance, energization and final close-out.

One position is confirmed, and a second hire may also be made from this opening.

AltaLink powers Alberta by operating transmission lines that deliver electricity to millions of people every day. The organization emphasizes safety, collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement and respect, with a strong focus on inclusive and high-performing teamwork.

What you will do

• Own the engineering and line design scope for assigned transmission projects from initial scoping through close-out.
• Develop calculations, studies, bills of material and complete design packages for capital, customer, Direct Assign and system work.
• Create PLS-CADD models for new design packages, clearance checks, line ratings, reconductoring reviews and optimization studies.
• Produce line design packages across AltaLink voltage classes, including 69kV, 138kV, 240kV and 500kV projects.
• Prepare and maintain design basis memorandums, scope documents, technical requirements and estimating inputs.
• Lead early design options, route and structure alternatives, constructability reviews, material choices and design-change decisions.
• Guide internal and external designers, EPC partners, construction teams and field stakeholders on standards, assumptions, safety, quality and constructability.
• Review IFCR and IFC packages, drawings, specifications, material lists and engineering submissions for completeness and compliance.
• Coordinate deliverables such as staking, material review, as-built/as-recorded updates and RDDL requirements with project teams.
• Resolve field issues, technical comments, redlines, material concerns and other close-out actions during construction support.
• Apply geotechnical and foundation knowledge when evaluating soil conditions, groundwater, foundation reactions and constructability risks.
• Support material governance, including long-lead risk management, substitutions, reservations and technical specification issues.
• Provide technical input on line ratings, impedance, P&C setting impacts, AESO PDUP requirements, Facility Applications, information requests and regulatory support.
• Handle senior technical issues involving standards interpretation, deviations, substitutions, field changes and integration risks.
• Contribute to engineering standards, design practice improvements and code application, including AEUC, CSA and relevant ISO reliability requirements.
• Build strong working relationships across project management, procurement, suppliers, external engineering resources, construction teams, customers and field stakeholders.
• Report engineering progress, risks, decisions and escalations to the Project Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Coach junior engineers, EITs, designers and other technical staff through reviews, guidance and knowledge transfer.
• Work in line with AltaLink’s cultural expectations of one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering is required.
• The role must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGA.
• For ENG C, candidates need at least 5 years of project engineering experience and at least 2 years of transmission line design experience.
• For ENG D, candidates need at least 10 years of project engineering experience and at least 5 years of transmission line design experience.
• Applicants should have direct experience supporting transmission line projects from concept through design, execution, construction support, acceptance and close-out.
• A strong understanding of transmission line design, construction methods, project integration and design review is needed.
• Knowledge of line materials, structures, foundations, geotechnical factors, conductor/OPGW applications, insulator and hardware selection, and constructability constraints is expected.
• Working knowledge of PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE is required; experience with PLS-Tower, PLS-CAISSON, line rating tools, thermal rating methods or optimization studies is considered an asset.
• Experience with DBMs, scope documents, calculations, studies, IFCR/IFC packages, external engineering submissions, technical specifications, material lists, budgets, change orders and close-out records is needed.
• The candidate should be able to interpret geotechnical reports sufficiently to coordinate with civil and foundation specialists and incorporate sound design assumptions.
• Experience with customer interconnections, Direct Assign work, capital replacements, maintenance projects, Facility Applications, AESO requests, PDUP, line ratings or functional team interfaces is an asset.
• Knowledge of AltaLink standards, Alberta power system facility requirements, AEUC, CSA and applicable ISO reliability requirements is desirable.
• Strong technical judgment, problem-solving ability and leadership in issue resolution are essential.
• Good organization, communication and interpersonal skills are required to manage several projects at once and work effectively with both office and field teams.
• The role requires the ability to perform well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Prior mentoring, coaching or technical leadership experience with junior engineers, EITs, designers or cross-functional teams is preferred.
• A valid class 5 driver’s licence is mandatory, along with willingness to travel to sites as needed.
• A consistent record of strong performance and attendance is required.

Additional information

This role is listed as a full-time permanent opportunity and falls under AltaLink’s internal/external hiring category. The posting was dated June 14, 2026, with a closing date of June 22, 2026. The job is based in Calgary, Alberta.

Selected candidates may be asked to complete job-related assessments, criminal record checks, extra AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual driver’s abstract reviews and drug testing, depending on role requirements. For certain internal applicants, management may be contacted during the selection process.

AltaLink notes that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted due to the number of applications received. The company also states that applicant information may be collected, used, stored and shared with service providers involved in the hiring process, with consent required during application.

AltaLink is committed to diversity, inclusion and fair hiring practices. Qualified applicants are considered without discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics under provincial or federal law.

Benefits

• Extended health coverage including medical, dental, vision and disability support
• Spending accounts
• Competitive pay and bonus program
• Defined contribution pension plan and group RRSP
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Vacation, earned time off, birthdays off and 13 recognized holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Social club
• Onsite parking and onsite gym
• Wellness programs