IT Engineer II
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As an IT Engineer II, you will work within the Fixed Wireless Network team to research, design, and implement critical network infrastructure. You will provide engineering expertise and technical leadership on projects, conduct active research and analysis for leading-edge smart city technologies, and develop and implement innovative solutions. Also, you will be involved in solution architecture design, proof of concept and prototype development, and delivering solutions to meet business need(s). Primary duties include:
- Provide engineering expertise on projects and network related activities including the preparation of contract specifications, project design, project estimates and recommends solutions.
- Monitor projects, coordinate activities with internal and external resources, and define business and technical requirements.
- Update, track and report on inventory as per Asset Management legislated requirements.
- Develop business cases for capital projects.
- Provide direction to indirect reports and coordinates the day-to-day operational function through planning, prioritizing, delegating, assigning, and organizing workloads. Participate in the hiring process and provide input into performance reviews.
- Guide and mentor new Engineers, Engineers in Training (EIT).
- Develop and deliver presentations, participate in town hall meetings, and lead focus groups.
- Manage vendors that provide wireless products, solutions and services to The City of Calgary.
Qualifications
- A degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- You must have at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details.
- Experience in the following areas is required:
- Small Cell technologies utilizing LTE, 5G, WiFi or LoRA WAN for Private Wireless Networks.
- Private fixed wireless, broadband, and narrowband technology.
- Radio frequency planning, coverage and link analysis.
- Wi-Fi, data networking, network security and network management.
- Wireless standards, emerging wireless technologies and the regulatory environment.
- Radio and antenna installation planning.
- Telecommunication tower management including structural analyses and inspections in accordance with government and industry standards.
- Experience in Microsoft products, Remedy, Waterfall/ Agile Project Management methodology, Ethernet, Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)-V3 will be considered assets.
- Successful applicant will possess excellent communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Possess the ability to think strategically in a technical environment; demonstrated project planning and project management skills; as well as the ability to present complicated technical ideas to audiences of varying sophistication, garner support, and build consensus on contentious issues within a team environment.
Pre-employment Requirements
- A security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Information Technology
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 133 6 Avenue SE
Compensation: Level P3E $113,200 - 141,500 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 14, 2025
Job ID #: 312622
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
IT Engineer II
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As an IT Engineer II, you will work within the Fixed Wireless Network team to research, design, and implement critical network infrastructure. You will provide engineering expertise and technical leadership on projects, conduct active research and analysis for leading-edge smart city technologies, and develop and implement innovative solutions. Also, you will be involved in solution architecture design, proof of concept and prototype development, and delivering solutions to meet business need(s). Primary duties include:
- Provide engineering expertise on projects and network related activities including the preparation of contract specifications, project design, project estimates and recommends solutions.
- Monitor projects, coordinate activities with internal and external resources, and define business and technical requirements.
- Update, track and report on inventory as per Asset Management legislated requirements.
- Develop business cases for capital projects.
- Provide direction to indirect reports and coordinates the day-to-day operational function through planning, prioritizing, delegating, assigning, and organizing workloads. Participate in the hiring process and provide input into performance reviews.
- Guide and mentor new Engineers, Engineers in Training (EIT).
- Develop and deliver presentations, participate in town hall meetings, and lead focus groups.
- Manage vendors that provide wireless products, solutions and services to The City of Calgary.
Qualifications
- A degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- You must have at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details.
- Experience in the following areas is required:
- Small Cell technologies utilizing LTE, 5G, WiFi or LoRA WAN for Private Wireless Networks.
- Private fixed wireless, broadband, and narrowband technology.
- Radio frequency planning, coverage and link analysis.
- Wi-Fi, data networking, network security and network management.
- Wireless standards, emerging wireless technologies and the regulatory environment.
- Radio and antenna installation planning.
- Telecommunication tower management including structural analyses and inspections in accordance with government and industry standards.
- Experience in Microsoft products, Remedy, Waterfall/ Agile Project Management methodology, Ethernet, Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)-V3 will be considered assets.
- Successful applicant will possess excellent communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Possess the ability to think strategically in a technical environment; demonstrated project planning and project management skills; as well as the ability to present complicated technical ideas to audiences of varying sophistication, garner support, and build consensus on contentious issues within a team environment.
Pre-employment Requirements
- A security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Information Technology
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 133 6 Avenue SE
Compensation: Level P3E $113,200 - 141,500 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 14, 2025
Job ID #: 312622
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.