System Planning & Optimization Specialist

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Calgary, AB, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Energy • Renewable Energy
The Role
Lead optimization and planning for Enbridge's liquids pipeline network by developing hydraulic, operational, and economic models; identify EBITDA improvement opportunities; analyze constraints and expansion options; perform power market and energy cost analyses; build business cases; apply advanced analytics, scenario modeling, and optimization to inform strategic decisions and improve system performance.
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Posting End Date:

August 13, 2026

Employee Type:

Regular-Full time

Union/Non:

This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable energy while driving innovation and operational excellence across our business. As a System Planning & Optimization Specialist, you will play a critical role at the intersection of advanced analytics, commercial strategy, energy markets, and large-scale infrastructure optimization. Your work will directly influence the performance and long-term growth of one of North America's largest pipeline networks by identifying high-value opportunities, optimizing system operations, and enabling strategic business decisions. Collaborating with leaders across Commercial, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Regulatory teams, you will transform complex data into actionable insights that create measurable business value.

If you are a strategic thinker,  thrive in solving complex problems, challenging conventional thinking, and translating data into decisions, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for this exciting opportunity with Enbridge.

What You Will Do:

  • Lead system optimization initiatives to improve throughput, reliability, asset utilization, and financial performance across the Liquids Pipelines network.

  • Develop and maintain integrated operational, hydraulic, and economic models to support strategic planning, forecasting, and investment decisions.

  • Identify, evaluate, and quantify opportunities to enhance EBITDA through operational, commercial, and energy optimization strategies.

  • Analyze system constraints, expansion opportunities, market access alternatives, and capacity recovery initiatives to support long-term growth.

  • Lead power market and energy cost analyses, including utility rate structures, procurement strategies, forecasting, and efficiency opportunities.

  • Partner with Commercial, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Regulatory teams to develop business cases and strategic recommendations.

  • Apply advanced analytics, scenario modeling, and optimization techniques to drive data-based decision making and continuous improvement.

Who You Are:

  • University degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, Data Science, Operations Research, Business, or a related analytical discipline.

  • 7+ years of experience in energy, utilities, infrastructure, transportation, oil & gas, consulting, analytics, or related industries.

  • Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills with experience developing economic, operational, or forecasting models.

  • Proven ability to translate complex technical and financial analysis into clear business recommendations and strategic insights.

  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence decisions across multiple functions.

  • Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, SAS, or similar platforms is considered an asset.

  • Experience developing business cases for large capital investments or strategic initiatives.

  • Knowledge of optimization methodologies, simulation modeling, forecasting, or operations research techniques.

Preferred:

  • Experience with pipeline operations, energy markets, power markets, utility rate structures, or regulated infrastructure businesses is preffered.

  • Advanced credentials such as an MBA, Master's degree, P.Eng., CFA, would be an asset.

Working Conditions:

  • Standard office working environment with minimal travel required.

Benefits:

  • A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance and disability.

  • A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.

  • Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.

  • Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays.

  • An Employee and Family Assistance Program.

  • A Wellness Program, which focuses on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.

  • Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model) offers eligible employees (Manager and below) the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, opt for a compressed work week schedule, or have flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [email protected].

Information For Applicants:

  • Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.

  • We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

  • Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com

Skills Required

  • University degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, Data Science, Operations Research, Business, or related analytical discipline.
  • 7+ years of experience in energy, utilities, infrastructure, transportation, oil & gas, consulting, analytics, or related industries.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills with experience developing economic, operational, or forecasting models.
  • Proven ability to translate complex technical and financial analysis into clear business recommendations and strategic insights.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence decisions across multiple functions.
  • Experience developing business cases for large capital investments or strategic initiatives.
  • Knowledge of optimization methodologies, simulation modeling, forecasting, or operations research techniques.
  • Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, SAS (considered an asset).
  • Experience with pipeline operations, energy markets, power markets, utility rate structures, or regulated infrastructure businesses.
  • Advanced credentials such as an MBA, Master’s degree, P.Eng., or CFA (would be an asset).
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The Company
HQ: Calgary, Alberta
10,753 Employees

What We Do

Our name spells out our mission: a bridge to a cleaner energy future. That bridge safely connects millions of people around the world to the energy they rely on every day, fueling quality of life. Throughout our history, and especially today, we are looking beyond the horizon to invest in and build modern infrastructure, resilient communities and reliable energy. We operate across North America and beyond—powering industry, empowering society and safely delivering reliable, affordable sources of energy through our four core businesses: - Liquids pipelines - Natural gas pipelines, - Gas distribution and storage - Renewable energy

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