HVDC Field Technologist

Job Level: FT5

Date Posted: September 2nd, 2025

Closing Date: September 14th, 2025

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Crossings Site (Calgary Area)

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 our province's homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing safe, reliable and cost-effective service. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on.

Today, the transmission system is more important than ever. As we connect new sources of renewable energy to the grid and support Alberta's energy transition to net-zero emissions, AltaLink's transmission system is the backbone of the changing electricity system. With our head office in Calgary, and regional offices in Greater Edmonton, Red Deer and Lethbridge, we have central and southern Alberta covered.

We offer work with meaning, incredible opportunities for development, work life balance and opportunities to contribute to your community.  Join our team

Job Description:

This position reports to the Manager, HVDC Ops & Int within the Asset Mgmt – HVDC Ops & Int team.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of AltaLink's HVDC assets.
• Perform ongoing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on the HVDC equipment/ systems Protection and control systems relays, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs etc. Primary equipment transformers, breakers, filters, valves.
• Perform preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance on numerous auxiliary systems motor controls, switch gear, valve cooling systems, auxiliary power system etc.
• Perform inspections and condition monitoring on converter station facilities and equipment.
• Participate in root cause and failure mode investigations on abnormal equipment operations or failures.
• Coordinate operations, clearances, outages and work activities with AltaLink System Control.
• Center Plan and coordinate work of third-party service providers and equipment OEMs.
• Execute switching and hold permissions from ACC.
• Coordinate on-site activities including contractor work.
• Support warranty claim process.
• Manage onsite HVDC spares inventories, tools and equipment.
• Update and maintain documentation for safety practices, work methods, work procedures, training manuals and emergency restoration plans.
• Ensure all site documentation is kept up to date.
• Maintain a competency development process to sustain HVDC technology skills.

• Diploma in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 7 years electric utility experience or industrial plant experience.
• Protection & Control experience/background is an asset.
• Prior HVDC experience would be advantageous.
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities.
• Experience in installation, testing and maintenance of P&C, SCADA, PLC and other auxiliary systems.
• Experience in installation, testing and maintenance of high voltage station equipment including transformers, circuit breakers and instrument transformers.
• Preference given to someone qualified as Utility disciple work leader and qualified to perform switching and receive/authorize permission to work in a substation.
• Familiar with use of SAP and MS Office applications (Excel, Word etc.).
• Able to work as part of a small team with minimal supervision.
• Availability for on call 24/7 coverage.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write reports, manuals, and procedures.
• Flexible with the ability to positively influence others, and develop strong internal and external relationships.
• Effective interpersonal skills to interface with internal partners to achieve positive customer outcomes.
• Self-driven with demonstrated initiative to create work projects.
• A strong desire to learn.
• Valid class 5 driver's license.
• Proven track record of attendance and performance.

Notes:

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.

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule for Eligible Roles
• 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