The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is a non-profit organization ensuring reliable electricity supply and managing the power grid and energy markets across Alberta.
Calgary, Alberta
Our mandate is to provide for the safe, reliable and economic operation of the interconnected electric system and to promote a fair, efficient and openly competitive electricity market. We do this in four key areas: Direct The Safe and Reliable Operation of the Grid: We work with industry partners to keep electricity safely and reliably flowing throughout the province. Our System Controllers dispatch generation to meet electricity demand and direct the operation of the transmission system 24/7, 365 days a year. We ensure almost five million Albertans have power when they need it. Plan the Transmission System: We plan ahead by developing power supply and demand forecasts and scenarios to ensure the right transmission lines are built in the right locations, as cost effectively as possible. We identify needed transmission solutions and work through the regulatory process to secure necessary approvals. Connect customers to the grid: We ensure customers can connect to the transmission system in a safe and reliable manner. Timely transmission system access is facilitated through the AESO’s Connection Process. Using transmission tariffs, we recover the costs of the transmission system from customers. After deducting our costs of operating the system, we forward the remainder to transmission facility owners. Operate the Wholesale Electricity Market: Electricity in Alberta is bought and sold through a wholesale market. We operate the market, manage its financial settlement function, and facilitate its ongoing development by designing and implementing market rules to ensure it is a fair, efficient and openly competitive market.
Hybrid · Calgary
Lead a team responsible for transmission system planning, reliability compliance, and development of transmission infrastructure projects, while sharing accountability for the Long-Term Transmission Plan. Oversee planning studies and processes, provide technical leadership, collaborate across the organization, develop employees, and represent AESO in regulatory and industry forums.
Hybrid · Calgary
Lead and support forecasting, market assessments, and simulation modeling to inform Alberta's electricity market and grid reliability. Manage project scopes and timelines while providing data-driven insights to internal and external stakeholders.
Hybrid · Calgary
The analyst will contribute to market assessments, forecasting, and simulation modeling to support grid reliability and strategic decision-making. They will also research industry trends and provide data-driven insights to support business priorities and stakeholder requirements.
Hybrid · Calgary
The Senior ARS Monitoring Analyst will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Alberta Risk-Based Compliance Monitoring Program. They will coordinate monitoring activities, develop audit tools, and provide technical expertise to ensure regulatory compliance within the electricity industry.
Hybrid · Calgary
The Legal Counsel provides strategic and practical legal advice with a primary focus on regulatory matters to support the AESO's mandate. Responsibilities include drafting authoritative documents, managing external counsel, and assisting in AUC proceedings.
Hybrid · Calgary
The analyst will support enterprise transformation initiatives by coordinating operational readiness activities and enabling governance processes. They will also facilitate cross-functional collaboration and develop executive-level materials to drive organizational alignment.
Hybrid · Calgary
The Engineer Specialist provides organization-wide technical leadership and governance for the design, integration, and performance of Remedial Action Schemes (RAS). You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure system reliability while managing the full lifecycle of RAS from development to retirement.
Hybrid · Calgary
The Lead Engineer provides technical leadership and oversight for transmission facility design and connection projects across Alberta's electricity system. They are responsible for reviewing project deliverables, performing advanced power system studies, and mentoring engineering staff to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Hybrid · Calgary
The Lead Engineer serves as the senior technical expert for protection, control, and reliability engineering across Alberta's electricity system. They lead complex protection studies, disturbance investigations, and provide technical oversight for transmission and generation interconnection projects.
Hybrid · Calgary
Lead the technical review and validation of power system models and Project Data Update Packages to ensure accuracy for interconnection studies. Provide subject matter expertise, coaching, and mentoring to team engineers while streamlining internal validation processes.
