Suncor Energy

Specialist Electrical Compliance Engineer - Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS)

Suncor Energy • $100K — $130K *
Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Degree in electrical engineering with P.Eng. registration or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years in the electricity or utility industry.
  • Knowledge of Alberta Interconnected Electric System (AIES).
  • Experience in compliance roles with AESO, MSA, AUC, or NERC.
  • Hands-on with high-voltage electrical systems and compliance standards.
  • Ability to conduct root cause analysis for compliance events.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, notably Excel, SharePoint, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

  • Lead compliance activities for ARS O&P and ISO Rules, ensuring accurate evidence.
  • Serve as team lead for AESO O&P compliance audits and self-certifications.
  • Coordinate with auditors and regulatory bodies during compliance assessments.
  • Maintain relationships with AESO and MSA for ISO Rule consultations.
  • Prepare compliance self-reports and mitigation plans for the MSA.
  • Track follow-up actions on compliance controls with partners.
  • Work with asset owners to implement processes for O&P reliability standards.

Benefits

  • Strong compensation with regional uplifts and bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and families.
  • Generous paid vacation and personal time-off.
  • Talent development programs including internal mobility and training.
  • Relocation assistance covering various moving expenses.
Full Job Description
Reporting to the Manager, the Electrical Compliance Engineer is a high-impact role supporting Suncor's Oilsands Operations. You'll provide expertise in electrical regulatory compliance, with a focus on Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS) Operations and Planning requirements and ISO Rules for Suncor's power generation and transmission assets.

Working across business units, you'll help drive audit readiness, support regulatory engagement, manage compliance evidence, and contribute to the reliability of Alberta's Bulk Electric System (BES). This is an exciting opportunity to support critical energy infrastructure while advancing Suncor's commitment to operational excellence and regulatory performance.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED!

What we offer:

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.
  • Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
  • Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
  • Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we're dedicated to your development
  • Relocation assistance: We provide support with lease cancellation or home sale, temporary accommodations, rental home search, moving and storage costs, spousal assistance and more


Minimum Requirements:

  • Degree in electrical engineering and registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA, or equivalent experience/training.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in the electricity or utility industry.
  • Knowledge of Alberta Interconnected Electric System (AIES) operations.
  • Previous experience in a compliance role involving AESO, MSA, AUC and/or NERC requirements and Alberta Risk-Based Compliance Monitoring Program and the MSA's compliance process.
  • Experience with high-voltage electrical systems, protection systems, and related rules and standards.
  • Experience identifying and assessing compliance-related events, conducting root cause analysis, and supporting implementation of corrective actions.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Power BI.
  • Demonstrated willingness to adopt technologies that improve compliance efficiency, such as ServiceNow, Enablon, or similar systems.


Don't have all the qualifications listed? That's ok! Apply anyway. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead activities that support Suncor's compliance with ARS O&P requirements and ISO Rules by maintaining accurate, organized, and audit-defensible evidence.
  • Act as team lead for AESO O&P compliance audits and self-certifications, including preparing, collecting, validating, and submitting evidence to AESO.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies during compliance audits, assessments, and information requests.
  • Maintain collaborative relationships with AESO and MSA and provide input on new ISO Rule and ARS O&P Standard consultations.
  • Prepare self-reports and mitigation plans for submission to the MSA, with a focus on preventing recurrence of compliance-related events.
  • Establish effective working relationships with internal and external partners to track follow-up actions, including mitigation plans and regulatory compliance controls, through to completion.
  • Work collaboratively with asset owners to develop, implement, and sustain business processes, procedures, and internal controls supporting O&P reliability standards and ISO Rule compliance.
  • Monitor internal controls to confirm they are in place, effective, and aligned with regulatory expectations.
  • Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders to enhance O&P and ISO Rule awareness and provide guidance on compliance questions.
  • Provide training and guidance to Suncor business units on O&P and ISO Rule compliance requirements and procedures.
  • Participate in risk assessments and support development of mitigation plans to address identified compliance risks.
  • Contribute to monthly electrical compliance stewardship reporting and KPI development.


Location and Other Key Details:

  • You will work out of our Calgary head office located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 - 6th Ave SW.
  • Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs.
  • Some business travel required, approximately 10-15%.
  • Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work.


Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About Suncor Energy

Suncor pioneered commercial development of Canada's Athabasca oil sands — one of the world's largest petroleum resource basins. Since then, Suncor has grown to become a globally-competitive, Canadian-based integrated energy company with a balanced portfolio of high quality assets, a strong balance sheet and significant growth prospects.

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