Job Description

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Division : Process Control & Communications Engineering, Natural Gas

Location : Edmonton, AB

COVID-19 Information:

ATCO is committed to providing and maintaining a safe environment for our employees, contractors, partners, and customers. As part of this unwavering commitment to safety, all ATCO employees and contractors are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or provide proof of exemption.

Position Summary:

Always there. Anywhere. That's us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We never break a promise, and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it's hard. We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest standard of integrity and excellence in all that we do.

Under the supervision of the Senior Engineer, Process Control & Communications Engineering, this position is responsible for planning, designing, and executing capital projects for the Natural Gas telecommunications network.

The work involves designing new systems, operational support of existing systems, and asset lifecycle management. The successful candidate will work with engineers and technologists within the company and externally with vendors and contractors. This position has a focus on telecommunications and electrical systems including:

• UHF and microwave radios
• Antenna technology
• VHF land mobile radio systems
• IP networks
• Point-to-point radio link budget and area coverage studies
• Radio towers and site facilities including:

• Buildings, HVAC, fencing, access roads
• Emergency generators, transfer switches, uninterruptible power supplies
• Propane/natural gas fuel systems
• Electrical systems (AC/DC power distribution, lighting, security, grounding, etc.)

Responsibilities:

• Design, manage, and execute projects with a focus on safety and adherence to applicable codes, acts, regulations, company policies, and landowner requests
• Project management activities include drawing set creation and authentication, scheduling, obtaining permits, procurement, budget forecasting, and reporting
• Complete point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and area coverage studies using radio modeling software such as Pathloss and EDX SignalPro
• Support field operations staff with telecommunications and power system troubleshooting and project execution
• Contribute to the creation of telecommunications design standards and material specifications

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or equivalent) from an accredited University
• 5-10 years of experience in telecommunications industry
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Strong understanding of radio propagation principles including, but not limited to VHF, UHF, and microwave radio bands
• Good theoretical knowledge of radio and antenna system design
• Experience with low-voltage AC and DC power distribution system design
• Experience with designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting IP networks. CCNA designation would be an asset
• Excellent time management, problem solving, decision making, organization, and planning skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access, and Outlook

What We Offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
• Competitive compensation
• Flex benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Training and mentorship programs
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Natural Gas is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at . ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Issued: November 2, 2022

Deadline: November 18, 2022

This position is administered under the supervisory/professional salary administration guidelines.