Senior Engineer, Interconnections

4 weeks ago

Regina, Canada SaskPower Full time

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 12/09/2024 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

 

The Senior Engineer, Interconnections 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:

•    Analyze and develop transmission plans to meet SaskPower's transmission system planning criteria and NERC reliability standards for the safe and reliable operation of the SaskPower bulk power system.  Develop system reinforcement alternatives to address potential system constraints and provide technical leadership to projects.
•    Perform advanced interconnection planning studies to evaluate the performance of SaskPower's transmission system to meet planning criteria for interconnecting transmission and generation, and providing open access transmission service
•    Independently perform power system studies, including short circuit, power flow, and stability studies.
•    Perform various system studies including annual NERC TPL assessments, GMD assessments, and long-term planning studies.
•    Work with adjacent utilities on various planning activities including performing inter-utility studies when required and develop coordinated solutions if needed.
•    Contribute to the study methodologies and implementation procedure documents for various NERC and SaskPower reliability standards and guidelines.
•     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.  Advanced degree preferred specializing in power systems.  Expertise in planning and operating transmission systems within a power utility setting is also preferred.
•    Solid understanding of fundamental engineering concepts. Knowledge of engineering principles related to system planning and operations, transmission system design, system protection and controls, and advanced power system controls. 
•    Proficiency in power system simulation tools.  Demonstrated skill in using power-flow, phasor domain transient, and electro-magnetic transient analytical tools (such as PSS/E, GE-PSLF, DSATools, PSCAD, EMTP, or equivalent professional programs).
•    Familiarity with NERC Reliability Standards, transmission utility business, and regulations
•    Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
•    Professional Engineering Designation P.Eng.
•    A minimum of six (6) years post P. Eng. relevant experience that includes:
•    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
•    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 12/09/2024.

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