Senior SCADA Systems Engineer

1 week ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada AltaLink Full time

At AltaLink, we're a dynamic utility company that powers Alberta. Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24/7. As a Sr. SCADA Design Engineer, you'll support our province's homes, farms, businesses, and industries by providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective service.

We're part of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family, delivering sustainable electricity and utility services worldwide. Our exceptional customer service, commitment to the environment, and world-class safety record make us a leader in our industry.

The transmission system is more important than ever, connecting new sources of renewable energy to the grid and supporting Alberta's energy transition to net-zero emissions. AltaLink's transmission system is the backbone of the changing electricity system.

This role will appeal to individuals with Substation Networking, Remote Supervisory, Distributed Control, and Relaying skills who are looking for an opportunity to develop their engineering and leadership talents in a dynamic utility environment.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide timely and effective SCADA technical input into conceptual engineering, project scoping & estimating, and project execution.
  • Create and support writing of Design Basis memorandums (DBM) that provide sufficient detail to allow accurate estimating and clear direction to the Engineering contractor.
  • Review technical drawings & specifications to ensure each project meets acceptable standards for operability, functionality, maintainability, reliability, durability, and safety.
  • Work as part of a project design team, complete the SCADA design of facilities including station drawings and SCADA device (e.g. RTU) configuration.
  • Identify material and equipment required to complete projects.
  • Install SCADA configuration files and provide technical support during construction to site personnel completing commissioning activities.
  • Maintain good relationships with project management personnel and contractors through the execution of projects.
  • Develop SCADA configuration work plans and prepare supervisory change notice requests.

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Telecommunication, or Computer Engineering.
  • Registered or qualifies for registration as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
  • 5-10 years of SCADA design, testing, and configuration experience for high-voltage facilities.
  • Proven ability/experience in the above-noted responsibilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
  • Positively influence others.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written, reporting, graphical, and oral presentation skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a wide variety of issues simultaneously.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Proven track record of good attendance and performance.

Experience with SCADA Systems and DNP3, Ethernet and IP networks, serial communication, Power system elements and metering, Microsoft Excel, GE Energy/Harris, Cybectec/Copper Power Systems, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, or SUBNET Solutions SCADA platforms is an asset.



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