{"id":4054087,"url":"https://alion.io/job/transalta-ai-solutions-lead","title":"AI Solutions Lead","company":{"id":1803033,"name":"TransAlta","domain":"transalta.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/transalta","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"AI/ML","role_family":"AI/ML","seniority":"lead","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Calgary, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"AI Agents","optional":false},{"name":"Azure","optional":false},{"name":"Copilot","optional":false},{"name":"Copilot Studio","optional":false},{"name":"GitHub","optional":false},{"name":"Power Automate","optional":false},{"name":"RAG","optional":false},{"name":"Databricks","optional":true},{"name":"Microsoft Fabric","optional":true},{"name":"Python","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-11T03:38:52Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-11","last_verified_at":"2026-11-11T03:38:52Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"AI Solutions Lead\nWHO WE ARE\nOur Power, Your Possibilities\nAt TransAlta, we don’t just generate electricity-we generate opportunity. As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia. Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.\nWe believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, you bring the energy - we’ll provide the platform.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nWe’re looking for an AI Solutions Lead to help turn emerging AI capabilities into practical solutions that create real business value.\nIn this role, you’ll work directly with teams across the organization to identify high-value opportunities, translate business needs into AI solutions, and rapidly build and test new ideas. You’ll take a hands-on approach, developing prototypes and proofs of concept, while working with technology partners to turn successful solutions into secure, scalable and supportable enterprise capabilities.\nOur AI ecosystem is primarily built around Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, Azure, GitHub and GitHub Copilot, but you’ll also stay connected to the broader AI landscape and help us understand where new models, agents and technologies can add value.\nThis role is based full-time at our downtown Calgary office. We value the benefits of working together in person while recognizing the importance of balancing work and life and foster a supportive and flexible work environment.\nA DAY IN THE LIFE\nPartner with business teams to understand their challenges and identify where AI can deliver meaningful value. \nLead discovery sessions and translate business needs into clear AI use cases, requirements and success measures. \nRapidly build and test prototypes, AI agents, workflows and integrations using Microsoft and other emerging AI technologies. \nEvaluate solutions based on business value, feasibility, data readiness, risk and implementation complexity. \nWork with developers, architecture, cybersecurity, data teams and technology partners to move successful solutions from prototype into production. \nEstablish reusable development patterns, standards and practices for building, testing, deploying and supporting AI solutions. \nHelp evolve our enterprise AI platforms and contribute to standards around security, data access, governance and responsible AI. \nEnable safe citizen development by providing employees with practical guardrails, reusable patterns and technical guidance. \nMonitor the evolving AI landscape and identify new technologies and approaches that could create value for the organization.\nABOUT YOU\nA degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. \nHands-on experience designing, building or implementing technology solutions. \nExperience working directly with business stakeholders to translate problems and requirements into practical solutions. \nExperience with Microsoft technologies such as Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry/Azure AI, GitHub/GitHub Copilot, Power Platform, Power Automate and Azure. \nAn understanding of modern AI concepts including large language models, AI agents, prompting, data grounding, retrieval-augmented generation and APIs. \nThe technical capability to personally build a prototype or working solution. \nStrong problem-solving, communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to make complex technology understandable to non-technical audiences. \nComfort working in a fast-moving environment where AI technologies and capabilities continue to evolve.\nTechnical curiosity, hands-on development capability and strong business engagement skills\nMoving between conversations with business teams and the technical work required to turn an idea into a working solution\nNice to Have\nExperience in one or more of the following would be an asset:\nPython, APIs, JSON or modern application development and integration.\nMicrosoft Fabric, OneLake, Databricks or other enterprise data platforms.\nGitHub-based development and source control practices.\nAI technologies and models outside the Microsoft ecosystem.\nAI security, privacy, governance or responsible AI.\nTaking technology solutions from prototype through production deployment.\nLeading technical teams or working with system integrators and technology vendors.\nEnergy, utilities or another complex enterprise environment.\nTHE PERKS\nCompetitive salary \nAnnual and long-term incentives available for select roles \nCompany-matching pension plan\nHealth benefits plan for you and your family\nFlexible health benefits credits\nGenerous vacation and personal days \nLearning and development programs\nEmployee recognition and rewards\nOn-site gym and bike storage\nExplore our Careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers.\nOUR CULTURE\nAt TransAlta, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. Our values guide how we show up every day: Results, Agility, Integrity, Safety and Empowerment (RAISE). We take ownership, adapt and learn, do what’s right, put safety first, and create opportunities for people to contribute, grow and make an impact. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.\nReady to Power Up With Us?Excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. 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