Job Description

Position: Engineering Manager (Saskatoon Light & Power)
Division: Utilities and Environment
Department: Saskatoon Light & Power
Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
Closing Date: 12/12/2025
Labour Group: ESA
Posting: 4795
Join Our Team!
Saskatoon Light & Power is looking for an Engineering Manager.
The Work You Will Be Involved In:
This position manages staff involved in the engineering design and project management of all capital projects including transmission, substation, distribution, and street lighting facilities. The position will also manage engineering and technical staff involved in protection coordination, communication infrastructure, and provide technical support in the preparation of GIS drawings and maps, maintenance of technical records and information technology.

• Manages assigned staff, hires, assigns work schedules, assesses staffing needs, identifies and pursues other resources if necessary. Plans and approves staff development. Responsible for performance management and disciplinary action when required.
• Directs and schedules engineering and technical staff in preparing the design specifications and drawings for all capital projects and major operating projects.
• Directs and schedules technical staff in providing inspection, clearance, locate, and recording services on all projects.
• Develops and implements standards and specifications for the supply of materials, equipment, and contract services for the various projects.
• Manages engineering and technical staff involved in customer connections, protection coordination, and communication infrastructure.
• Prepares, presents, and directs the preparation of technical reports.
• Prepares written and oral reports in response to inquiries from City Council, Committees of Council, Senior Administration and the public.
• Prepares the annual five-year capital budget plan for the Utility, including the preparation of documentation, the supervision of cost estimates, collation of internal records and the preparation of project justification reports.
• Assists with the preparation of the operating budget.
• Directs the preparation of work orders for various projects.
• Directs technical staff in providing drafting services, GIS/mapping services, record keeping services, and information technology.
• Directs engineering and technical staff involved in commissioning tests of new and repaired systems and facilities.
• Ensures that technical and engineering staff have opportunities for development through attending various courses, seminars, conferences and technical meetings.
• Performs emergency standby duty on a rotational basis.
• Acts as a liaison with SaskPower regarding utility interconnection issues and standard operating practices.
• Acts as the Director, Saskatoon Light & Power, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Who We Are Looking For:
Core Competencies:

• Strategic Planning: Anticipates future infrastructure, utility, and engineering requirements. Aligns technical operations, capital planning, and resource allocation with organizational priorities and long-term utility strategies. Leads the development of sustainable, resilient engineering solutions that support safe and reliable service delivery.
• Technical and Engineering Expertise: Demonstrates deep knowledge of electrical utility systems, engineering standards, design practices, system protection, communication infrastructure, and commissioning processes. Applies sound engineering judgment to guide complex technical decisions, ensure code compliance, and maintain high-quality project outcomes.
• Leadership and People Management: Provides clear direction, coaching, and support to engineering and technical staff. Builds and motivates high-performing teams, leads workforce planning, ensures effective performance management, and fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous development. Takes decisive action during emergencies and operational disruptions.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Identifies operational, safety, and engineering risks and implements mitigation strategies. Ensures compliance with applicable electrical codes, utility standards, environmental requirements, and organizational policies. Leads or contributes to emergency response, system reliability planning, and operational readiness activities.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Promotes modern engineering practices, digital tools, GIS/mapping improvements, and innovative approaches to utility operations and design. Encourages process optimization, technological enhancements, and staff development through training, conferences, and technical exchange.

What We Are Looking For:

• Degree in electrical engineering.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a professional engineer in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan.
• Seven to nine years' experience in various aspects of electric utility operations with considerable supervisory responsibility.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical engineering.
• Considerable knowledge of electrical utility engineering methods, techniques, materials used in the construction and maintenance of transmission, distribution, substation, network and street lighting facilities.
• Knowledge of project management.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the preparation and presentation of technical reports.
• Ability to plan, direct, coordinate, monitor, motivate and evaluate the work of professional, technical, trades and non-trades staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with civic staff, civic officials, representatives of other agencies and the public.

Apply with us:
If you are interested in the Engineering Manager position, but don't have all these qualifications - apply anyway. All applicants will be considered with an emphasis on relevant experience, education, and applicable skills.
Weekly Hours: 40
Salary Range: $123,869.52 to $145,546.56 CAD per annum (2025 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) "the good life", for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit
Accommodation
The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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