Engineer, Protection, Automation & Control

SaskPower; Regina; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

SaskPower in Regina is seeking an Engineer, Protection, Automation & Control. You will research, develop and implement tasks, designs and studies for the corporation, and assist with business cases, tender evaluations and drawings.

You will prepare project plans, monitor costs and schedules, provide contract management and coordinate projects to meet strategic goals, while mentoring Engineers-In-Training. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, eligibility for APEGS, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Eligible for membership in APEGS.
• P.Eng designation or eligible.
• Experience with planning facilities, design, construction, operations and commissioning.
• Ability to mentor Engineers-In-Training.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a changing environment.
• Commitment to safety, innovation and teamwork.
• Continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Learn and become familiar with assigned technical tasks, methodologies, and practices.
• Provide assistance and prepare project plans and monitor project costs and schedules.
• Provide technical assistance for construction, commissioning, and operations.
• 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 to technologists, technicians, consultants, and management staff.
• Provide direction to staff, consultants and other external technical agencies as required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Communication

Decision making

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Eligible for membership in APEGS

P.Eng designation or eligibility

Engineer-In-Training pathway

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Engineer, Protection, Automation & Control, 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
• Provide assistance and prepare project plans and monitor project costs and schedules
• Provide technical assistance for construction, commissioning, and operations
• 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 to technologists, technicians, consultants, and management staff
• Provide direction to staff, consultants and other external technical agencies as required
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• 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 competency in engineering/industry standards, as well as internal processes and procedures
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support Engineers-In-Training
• 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

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 the Canadian 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.