Design Specialist/Technologist

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At FortisAlberta we invest in our greatest resource – our people. As Alberta’s largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, FortisAlberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 20th, 2026 TITLE: Design Specialist/Technologist (U26-028) DEPARTMENT: Operations WORK LOCATION/OFFICE: Sherwood Park STATUS: 01 Full Time - Salaried NUMBER OF HIRES: 2

FortisAlberta is seeking a detail‑oriented and adaptable Design Specialist / Technologist to support the design and coordination of a wide range of electrical distribution projects. In this role, you will apply technical expertise, field skills, and customer‑focused problem solving to ensure safe, accurate, and high‑quality project designs. Working with internal teams, external partners, and customers, you will help turn project requirements into efficient, practical solutions that support the reliable operation of Alberta’s electrical distribution system!

Job Description

- Confirm project scope and provide input into estimates for a wide range of distribution projects.

- Ensure accuracy and completeness of all project data within internal systems and project management tools.

- Perform field checks and site assessments as required to validate design requirements.

- Conduct risk and hazard assessments to support safe and effective project planning.

- Stake and locate new services and project components as necessary.

- Identify potential environmental concerns and initiate environmental field reports.

- Apply established standards, codes, and engineering policies to verify the quality and compliance of all designs.

- Use computer‑based tools to complete technical calculations and validate design decisions.

- Coordinate the installation and commissioning of electrical distribution equipment.

- Provide informal coaching, technical guidance, and support to project team members, customers, stakeholders, and external consultants.

Required Qualifications:

- An Electrical Engineering Technology diploma is required.

- A Civil or Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma with 4 years direct electrical industry experience may be considered.

- A valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

- A Project Management certificate is considered an asset.

- A Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation or a Professional Technologist designation is considered an asset.

- A Journeyman Power Line Technician or Power Systems Electrician certificate is considered an asset.

Important Information:

- Permanent, full time role.

- Monday – Friday schedule.

- Based out of our Sherwood Park location.

- Travel, including overnight trips, is required.

- This is a safety‑sensitive position; successful candidates will undergo pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates to be considered for an interview will be contacted.

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