Engineering Clerk

Job Level: OS5
Date Posted: June 15th, 2026
Closing Date: Sept 20th, 2026
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Calgary

Powering a bright future starts with you!

At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.

Oh, and, what do we do?

We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We’re excited to share that we are hiring an Engineering Clerk.

Job Description:

An opportunity currently exists for the position of Engineering Clerk, who will report to the Mgr. Project Services & Asset Information. This role requires an efficient multi-tasker and outgoing individual to provide technical administrative support to project engineering, asset data, document control, and compliance teams by assisting with a variety of activities related to the management and delivery of projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate positivity, flexibility and innovation in dealing with changing priorities, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Research and understand AltaLink’s asset data and compliance requirements for Substations, P&C, SCADA, Telecommunications, and Transmission Lines;
• Complete technical forms and checklists as needed to support project engineering teams;
• Assist engineers in development and verification of concurrent engineering agreements, coordinate with engineers, project managers and document controllers to facilitate and support the concurrency process;
• Assist master data clerks with creating and maintaining functional location structures and equipment records; collect, validate and clarify required technical information with subject matter experts;
• Contribute to meeting requirements of the Inventory Control Form, Master Characteristics List, and Alberta Reliability Standards compliance and return data processes;
• Interact with project engineering teams and business partners to collect equipment related information; compile and save data to designated locations and capture details for project reporting as needed;
• Collaborate with document controllers and draftspersons to request drawing numbers and Bentley ProjectWise placeholders; support return data collection and resolution of associated issues;
• Assist with administration of engineering products produced by the project engineering teams; including collection of audit deliverables, quality control, governance, etc;
• Verify protection setting requests for completeness and technical accuracy and create corresponding cost and schedule estimates;
• Create new protection setting records in Enoserv Powerbase, including assigning relay numbers and creating project templates;
• Coordinate engineering services contractors; track associated documents and project costs.
• Coordinate with material requisition administrators and the procurement team to support material ordering process;
• Participate in the development of compliance processes and documents. Demonstrate continuous improvement mindset with a focus on department’s optimization and efficiency goals and;
• Demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years related experience;
• Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a post-secondary course in basic electrical theory or equivalent course;
• Proven ability/experience in above noted responsibilities;
• Technically oriented with an understanding of electric transmission system operations and maintenance;
• Experience working in a project engineering environment and knowledge of engineering terminology. Experience reading and classifying engineering drawings and documentation is an asset;
• Experience in auditing and compliance and knowledge of AESO ARS and ISO rules would be an asset;
• Advanced ability to use Microsoft 365 applications including: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Proficiency in the use of SharePoint and SAP, or equivalent software and databases.
• Familiarity with Bentley ProjectWise, Microstation, and Enoserv Powerbase software applications considered an asset;
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills;
• Proactive, results focused approach with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work as a team member and as an individual contributor;
• Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines and with minimal supervision;
• Ability to learn and function effectively in various software environments;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Experience with process development is an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes and;
• Proven track record of good performance and attendance.

Notes:

Internal employees must submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/ . By doing so, it helps ensure that your application receives appropriate internal consideration.

External candidates must submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).

AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates being considered for an interview. We sincerely appreciate all interest and invite all candidates to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or X.

In proceeding with your application, you will be required to submit personal information to AltaLink through our applicant tracking service provider and this information will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink’s hiring processes. AltaLink also relies on third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose. In the application process, AltaLink will require you to provide consent to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information for these purposes.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs