Join the City of Medicine Hat as an Engineering Manager - Electrical (Power Generation)!
Permanent | Full‑Time | On Site | Relocation assistance available
Are you an experienced electrical engineer with deep power generation expertise who wants to lead complex assets that truly matter?
The City of Medicine Hat is seeking an Engineering Manager (Electrical) to lead the engineering function responsible for the performance, reliability, and long-term evolution of electric generation assets, including gas turbine systems. In this role, you will oversee critical infrastructure that powers the community today while shaping how it adapts to future energy demands and technologies.
If you're motivated by technically complex systems, meaningful leadership, and the opportunity to see your decisions directly impact a city - this role offers both scale and purpose.
What you'll be doing
As Engineering Manager, you will balance hands-on technical leadership with strategic asset planning, including:
Power generation & electrical systems leadership
- Lead engineering support for electric generation assets, with a strong focus on gas turbine Generation units
- Ensure system reliability, availability, and performance through effective asset management and lifecycle planning
- Provide expert technical guidance on electrical systems, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis
Capital projects & asset management strategy
- Lead and support major capital projects, including equipment upgrades, modernization initiatives, and performance improvements
- Develop long-term engineering and investment strategies aligned with operational and regulatory requirements
- Guide technology adoption to ensure future-ready generation operations
Safety, compliance & change management
- Lead the Plant Management of Change (MOC) process to ensure modifications are safe, intentional, and well-governed
- Ensure compliance with NERC / CIP and applicable regulatory standards
- Promote a strong safety culture across engineering and operations
People & cross-functional leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technical professionals
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, and senior leadership to align engineering priorities with business needs
What you bring
You are a technically credible engineering leader who enjoys developing people and improving systems. You bring:
- Significant experience in power generation, including gas turbines, with leadership experience guiding technical teams.
- The ability to interpret complex plant systems and translate that into effective asset strategies, troubleshooting approaches, and long‑term planning.
- A leadership style that inspires accountability, continuous learning, and collaborative problem‑solving.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working across operations, engineering, and senior leadership.
- Knowledge of NERC/CIP regulations.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited education institution.
- Seven (7) years of directly related experience in the Power Generation field and Gas Turbine experience including five (5) years in a supervisory management capacity.
- Registered with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), in good standing.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation would be considered an asset.
- Possession of a Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
- An equivalent combination of management approved education, training and experience may be considered.
Why you'll love working with us
- Collaborative team culture: Work alongside experienced professionals committed to technical excellence and public service
- Meaningful work: Lead infrastructure that directly impacts the safety, reliability, and sustainability of the community
- Career growth and development: Access leadership development, training, and long-term career opportunities
- Competitive total rewards: Comprehensive benefits, pension, health and dental coverage, and competitive compensation.
- Flexibility & work‑life balance: Enjoy a work model with room to balance personal and professional priorities.
Life in Medicine Hat
With over 330 days of sunshine each year, Medicine Hat offers an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy beautiful parks, vibrant cultural experiences, short commute times, and a relaxed cost of living-along with abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation in every season. Whether you're relocating or returning to southern Alberta, you'll find a welcoming community that's an excellent place to live, work, learn, and play. Opportunity Awaits – Move to Medicine Hat.
Ready to make an impact?
This is more than a leadership role - it's an opportunity to shape how a city powers its future. If you're an electrical engineering leader ready to apply your expertise where it truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
