Senior Engineer, Reliability Requirements & Market Support

Job Description

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

If you are a current AESO employee or contractor, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday.

The Reliability Requirements team has a focus on the future reliability of Alberta’s electric system in the areas of system strength, frequency stability, and flexibility. As the complexity of the system and associated ISO rules and Alberta reliability standards increases, the AESO requires expertise in these areas to ensure sound guidance to internal and external parties.

Reporting to the Manager, Reliability Requirements & Market Support, we are looking for a Senior Engineer to support reliability through the interpretation and application of ISO rules and Alberta reliability standards. In this position, you will provide guidance and perform engineering studies with respect to ancillary services and their integration into the restructured energy market. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

You will enjoy working with us if :

• You value flexibility to support life and personal needs. We offer a flexible work practice where some weeks may require more onsite presence during key business or operations events.
• You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals, and work and learn in a diverse atmosphere - our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• You thrive in a dynamic environment and seek opportunities for transformative change.
• You leverage your strong communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• You are comfortable leading work independently with minimal supervision.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to :

Support grid reliability by completing engineering studies and guidance, including :

What you’ll bring to us :

Application deadline : January 7, 2026

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If you are contacted for a pre-screening and / or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

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As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 33 of the FOIP Act.

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