Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer - Civil & Structural - Canada ENTRUST Solutions Group invites you to apply for the Principal Engineer – Civil & Structural role in Canada. Opportunity ENTRUST Canada is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join our team in Calgary to support substation and transmission line engineering business units. We offer a dynamic work environment and hands‑on training with continuous challenges across the engineering and design process. The role is hybrid: 4 days in office in Calgary, 1 day remote. What You’ll Do Technical & Project Leadership Provide technical oversight and leadership to the civil/structural design team Support the substation physical layout engineering team with civil and structural components of the design including earthworks, stormwater management, structures, and foundations Support the transmission line engineering team with complex structures and foundations Manage and lead engineering‑only projects, ensuring budget and schedule adherence Review and approve designs, perform quality checks, and complete complex technical designs Forecast workload and assist in resourcing efforts Management & Reporting Track engineering progress and provide weekly updates to senior management Train new hires and mentor junior staff Maintain deep knowledge of client and industry standards Engineering & Procurement Support Act as technical SME for civil/structural sub‑disciplines within the broader ENTRUST team Develop technical specifications for civil and structural construction tenders, evaluate bids, and provide recommendations Develop and maintain industry relationships with vendors including engineering sub‑contractors Author technical content and provide estimating support for proposal submissions Complete technical studies and prepare reports Act as SME to support permitting and regulatory efforts Client Relations & Business Development Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development strategy Identify new clients and participate in marketing activities Safety & Site Support Promote Safety in Design principles Travel as needed for site visits and construction support Required Qualifications Broad depth of technical knowledge in civil and structural components for high voltage facilities 12+ years of work experience BS in Civil Engineering, or similar P. Eng, Registered as an active member with APEGA Experience in the electric utility industry Preferred Qualifications 12+ years of experience working in utility substations and transmission lines Previous experience managing a design team What We Offer A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation Opportunities for professional growth and career development Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules This position pays between $140,000 and $170,000 annually and is an exempt position RRSP Matching Program Full‑time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours Eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. ENTRUST Solutions Group does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third‑party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with ENTRUST Solutions Group. For a full listing of all our openings, please visit us at: https://entrustsol.com/careers/ ENTRUST Solutions Group, an ENR Top 100 company, is a community of people, 3,000+ strong, who are committed to our clients and each other. We provide comprehensive and dependable engineering, consulting, and automation services to gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies. ENTRUST Canada is an engineering consulting firm with offices in Calgary and Regina that provides design and engineering services to the electric power delivery industry. Our expertise includes all aspects of Transmission, Substation and Distribution systems for voltages ranging from 4160 V to 500 kV. #J-18808-Ljbffr