Senior Engineer, Coal Fleet Modernization (Electrical)

SaskPower; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian electric utility is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead complex projects in Saskatchewan. This position requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, a P.Eng. designation, and over 10 years of experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and safety in the workplace. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits packages

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years post P. Eng. experience in a senior engineering role.
• Direct experience leading medium to large scale, complex projects.
• Demonstrated competency in engineering and internal processes.

Responsibilities

• Learn and become familiar with assigned technical tasks.
• Prepare project plans and monitor costs and schedules.
• Provide technical assistance for construction and operations.

Skills

Leadership in complex projects

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical 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!

Apply no later than 11/12/2025 to be considered for this opportunity.

This position falls within the requirement for Personnel Risk Assessment to meet compliance requirements of NERC-CIP (North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection). A Criminal Record Check must be valid and/or completed prior to being appointed to this position and then on a recurring basis every seven (7) years.

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
• Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• Professional Engineering Designation P.Eng.
• Direct experience leading medium to large scale, complex projects in either a green field or brown field environment.
• A minimum of ten (10) years post P. Eng. Experience in a senior engineering role in an electrical utility or industrial environment working with medium to large sized, multi-discipline project teams executing large scale, complex, high-risk projects.
• 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

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 diversity and inclusion. We’re dedicated to creating and cultivating an inclusive workplace and a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act. These include:

• Indigenous Peoples
• members of Visible Minority Groups
• persons with disabilities
• women
• LGBTQ2S+ community
• persons who served and are serving in the military
• newcomers to Saskatchewan

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

As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, we prioritize hiring Indigenous Peoples as we recognize and respect their knowledge and experience. We acknowledge the barriers that affect equity groups, and we’re committed to addressing, mitigating and accommodating these barriers to strive for equity in the workplace. Learn more at Commitment to Diversity.

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