Senior Engineer, Electrical

 Permanent - Full Time

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 11/28/2025 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.

The Generation Electrical & Controls Engineering Services team within Engineering and Construction is seeking one (1) Senior Engineer, Electrical & Controls Engineering.This role involves leadership for the development of preliminary, conceptual and detailed design related to Electrical, Instrumentation and control systems for capital projects of existing and new power plants.

The Senior Engineer, Electrical & Controls Engineering 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. 

•    Preparing design documents, requirements, reports, technical specifications, calculations, and contract documents. 

•    Providing subject matter expert review and acceptance of analysis, design, and specification prepared by consultants. 

•    Working with design teams in a multidiscipline environment on projects collaboratively to produce design deliverables with the appropriate level of detail. 

•    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

•    Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, specializing in Electrical Engineering 

•    Professional Engineering Designation P.Eng.

•    Membership in or eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)

•    A minimum of six (6) years post P.Eng. relevant experience in the areas of Industrial Electrical Systems, Distributed Control Systems and Instrument Systems.

•    Experienced in a combination of the following engineering tasks: planning, designing, constructing, operating, commissioning of facilities, management, and coordination of technical aspects of contracts and/or technical coordination of highly complex 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

•    Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various departments and team members (internal and external)

•    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

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 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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Please apply by 11/28/2025.