Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

SaskPower; Regina; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Engineer at SaskPower is responsible for researching, developing and implementing mechanical engineering tasks, methodologies and designs to support the corporation's projects. This role involves preparing studies, business cases, specifications, and tender evaluations, ensuring alignment with safety and corporate goals.

You will manage project plans, costs, schedules and contracts while coordinating with internal teams and external consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• P.Eng designation or eligible for licensure in Saskatchewan.
• Experience with mechanical design for industrial/power facilities is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical codes and standards (ASME, CSA, NBIC, NFPA) is expected.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop and implement mechanical engineering tasks and designs.
• Lead project planning, cost estimation, scheduling and risk management.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and internal teams; manage scopes and contracts.
• Provide direction for construction, commissioning and operation activities.
• Mentor Engineers-In-Training and junior staff.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Technical analysis

Interpersonal skills

Leadership / mentoring

Code compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineering Designation - P.Eng

Job description

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We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

This is a safety-sensitive position, the successful candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing to comply with SaskPower’s Fit for Duty Policy.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Engineer is accountable to research, develop and implement tasks, methodologies, and practices for the corporation. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible for assisting with and/or preparing technical studies, business cases, designs, specifications, tender evaluations, and equipment and construction drawings. This position will prepare project plans, 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
• Develop detailed designs, evaluation criteria, technical specifications, guidelines, standards and new practices based upon codes, technologies and methodologies.
• Manage scope, schedule, cost, risk and stakeholder relationships for all assigned contracts and projects.
• Provide technical assistance and direction for construction, commissioning and operations activities.
• Perform technical and economic analysis of alternative solutions for project business cases and make recommendations on courses of action.
• Prepare project plans, estimates, budget forecasts, schedules and risk registries and initiate corrective action as appropriate.
• Provide direction to Engineers-In-Training, technologists, technicians and management staff.
• Provide direction and input to consultants and other external technical agencies as required.
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in Mechanical
• Professional Engineering Designation - P. Eng. and relevant experience in a combination of the following engineering tasks: planning facilities, providing design, construction, operations, commissioning, contract management and coordination of projects
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design and equipment specification working with industrial or power generation facilities/equipment (i.e. turbines, pumps, fans, material handling and conveying equipment, heat exchangers, piping, pressure vessels, HVAC systems, ducting and expansion joints, fire protection systems, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant design codes and standards related to mechanical engineering, equipment and systems (i.e. Saskatchewan Boiler & Pressure Vessel Act & Regulations, ASME B31.1, B31.3 and Section VIII, ASTM, API, CSA, NBIC, NFPA, ASHRAE, etc.).
• Project management experience including the development of scopes of work, cost estimates, project schedules, procurement documents, bidding evaluations and contract negotiation.
• 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 multi-discipline engineering environment.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision making skills.
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation, and teamwork.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support Engineers-In-Training
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower's Competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development

NOTES

• Engineer-In-Training applications will be accepted and may be considered for this position
• If the successful applicant appointed to this position is an EIT, the key accountabilities as well as knowledge/skills/abilities will align with the job description and expectations of an Engineer-In-Training. The applicant will retain the title of Engineer-In-Training and remain compensated at that level until such a time that they are eligible for a Professional Engineer position either through bidding or P. Eng designation process.

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.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by theCanadian Employment Equity Act .

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.