Performance engineer Jobs in Calgary, AB

Summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Engineer or Engineer – Market Management System (MMS) Applications on behalf of our client, an organization responsible for supporting the reliable operation of Alberta's electricity system and wholesale energy market.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical power systems, real-time grid operations, and engineering applications, with experience in power system modelling, SCADA, or real-time reliability solutions. The role also involves supporting system enhancements, troubleshooting, technical projects, and providing guidance to system controllers and engineering professionals.

• Location: Calgary, AB – Northwest Calgary
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Work Model: Hybrid – In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; Monday and Friday flexible
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• On-Call: Participation in an after-hours remote support rotation

Responsibilities

• Support the operation, maintenance, integration, and continuous improvement of the Market Management System (MMS) used in Alberta's wholesale electricity market.
• Provide engineering expertise for the integration of the MMS with the Energy Management System (EMS).
• Develop and maintain tools and processes that support the synchronization of network and commercial models between MMS and EMS platforms.
• Provide real-time engineering support for security-constrained economic dispatch (SCED) and security-constrained unit commitment (SCUC) applications.
• Support the integration of market applications with EMS network analysis and power system reliability functions.
• Develop a strong understanding of Alberta's electricity market design, regulatory framework, and ongoing market transformation initiatives.
• Provide technical support for real-time power system and market applications, including troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
• Contribute to MMS upgrades, system enhancements, integration projects, and strategic technology initiatives.
• Support the ongoing development and maintenance of engineering applications and tools used in market and system operations.
• Work closely with engineering teams, system controllers, business leaders, and other internal stakeholders to support reliable market operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen MMS performance, reliability, and lifecycle management.
• Support the development of technical procedures, documentation, and engineering best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to system controllers, engineers in training, and other team members.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of applicable electricity market rules, operating standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in project planning activities, including work breakdown, resource planning, time estimates, and schedule development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align MMS development and system integration activities with broader operational and business requirements.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to provide remote support for MMS and EMS applications outside regular business hours.
• Support technical investigations and coordinate with other specialists to resolve complex system or application issues.

Qualifications - Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• Minimum 5+ years of electrical engineering experience within the electric power industry.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems and real-time power system operations.
• Experience with real-time reliability solutions, such as Automatic Generation Control (AGC), state estimation, voltage and transient stability analysis, or contingency analysis.
• Familiarity with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and their applications in electricity system operations.
• Familiarity with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) concepts and applications.
• Understanding of power grid logical modelling and electrical network representations.
• Familiarity with engineering scripting or programming languages used for application development, maintenance, or system integration.
• Ability to support technical troubleshooting, system enhancements, and engineering application maintenance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly when working with complex power system and operational applications.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering teams, system controllers, and business stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information and share knowledge across teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
• Willingness to participate in an after-hours on-call support rotation for critical operational systems.

Nice-to-Haves

• Direct experience with Market Management Systems (MMS) used in wholesale electricity markets.
• Experience integrating MMS and EMS platforms.
• Experience with GE's Advanced Energy Management System (AEMS / e-terra) product suite.
• Experience supporting security-constrained economic dispatch (SCED) or security-constrained unit commitment (SCUC).
• Experience with the synchronization of network and commercial models between electricity market and grid operating systems.
• Experience with Alberta's wholesale electricity market and its regulatory structure.
• Knowledge of electricity market transformation initiatives, including restructured energy market design.
• Experience developing, maintaining, or enhancing real-time engineering applications.
• Experience with power system modelling, network analysis, and grid reliability applications.
• Experience supporting system upgrades, application integration, or operational technology projects.
• Experience mentoring engineers in training, system controllers, or other technical professionals.
• Experience developing technical procedures, operational standards, or engineering process improvements.
• Previous experience working within an electric utility, system operator, or wholesale electricity market environment.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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