Job Description

Permanent - Full Time

At SaskPower, we generate more than just electricity for Saskatchewan people. We offer some of the best jobs in the province.

Our challenging careers will help you grow while being surrounded by a fully-committed team, committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. If you\'re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn\'t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 05/07/2023 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Engineer, Transmission Engineering Stations is accountable to research, develop and implement designs, methodologies, and practices as part of the Engineering team. As a member of SaskPower\'s management team, this position is responsible for assisting with and/or preparing technical studies, business cases, designs, specifications, small tender evaluations, and equipment and construction drawings. This position will prepare project plans, assist in estimating costs, and schedules and provide contract management and project coordination services, ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate strategic goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Learn and become familiar with assigned technical tasks, methodologies, and practices
• Will be responsible for switching station and substation designs in greenfield and brownfield applications, based on capital growth, customer connects, and sustainment projects
• Prepare Senior Engineer type project designs and monitor project costs and schedules
• Provide technical assistance for construction, commissioning, and operations groups
• Perform technical and economic analysis of alternative solutions for project business cases, and make recommendations on courses of action
• Prepare project plans, monitor costs and schedules, and initiate corrective action as appropriate
• Provide direction for construction and commissioning projects and initiatives
• Develop criteria, guidelines, standards, and new practices based upon codes, technologies, and methodologies
• Provide direction and support to colleagues within the Engineering team
• Provide direction and support to other departments that collaborate with Engineering
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Engineering in Civil or Electrical Engineering
• Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• Professional Engineering Designation P.Eng.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam software is an asset
• A minimum of six (6) years post P. Eng. relevant experience that includes:
• Ability to plan SaskPower station facilities and provide design, construction support, operations support, small contract management and coordination of project work
• Demonstrated competency in engineering, maintain knowledge on industry standards, industry trends and developments, internal processes, and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to provide recommendations and influence decision making
• Demonstration of strong relationships with working groups, committees and technical leaders across the organization and external partners
• Ability to provide competent leadership, including, coaching and development of technical staff including engineers, engineers-in-training and other resources as required
• Deep and/or broad experience providing guidance and expertise on complex technical issues.
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Ability to work and manage in a changing environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent facilitation, project management and decision-making skills
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation, and teamwork
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower\'s Competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development, as annually reports to APEGS

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

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SaskPower offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Diversity and inclusion are also a priority for us. At SaskPower, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and having a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to selections based on merit and to the full participation of diversity groups. These groups include the four equity groups recognized by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission: Indigenous Peoples, Members of Visible Minority Groups / Racialized Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in Under-Represented Roles, as well as LGBTQ persons and Newcomers to Saskatchewan.

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Please apply by 05/07/2023.

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