Our challenging careers will help you grow while being surrounded by a fully-committed team, committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. 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 11/21/2021 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.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Energy Management System (EMS) Operations team is responsible for the full technology stack of one of SaskPower's most critical operational systems. The availability and integrity of the EMS is vital to the safe and reliable operation of Saskatchewan's power grid.
The ideal candidate for this role has a solid understanding of electric power systems and has experience in engineering SCADA and/or Industrial Control Systems. You have a passion for learning, innovation, and continual improvement. And above all, you know how to work in a team environment, collaborating with your peers to achieve results. If this describes you, we want to talk!
The Engineer, Energy Management System Operations 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:
Engineering of SCADA, data display, automatic generation control, dispatcher simulation, power system modeling, interchange scheduling and other EMS applications.
Design, test, release, and commission SCADA master station and wide area network SCADA data access software
Provide technical support for Provincial System Operators
Develop processes and procedures in support of the reliable and secure operation of SaskPower's Bulk Electric System
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 Engineering specializing in Electrical, Electronics, Computer or Software
Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan OR;
Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng)
Three years of experience planning facilities and providing design, construction, operations, commissioning, contract management and coordination of projects
Knowledge in SCADA, Distributed Control Systems, or similar operational technologies is desired
Knowledge of SCADA and automation protocols is desired (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850, etc.)
Knowledge of SCADA system elements is desired (RTU, HMI, Historian, etc.)
Knowledge in electric power systems is desired
Knowledge in scripting and programming is an asset (Perl, Python, Java, C++ etc.)
Knowledge in technology applications and infrastructures is an asset (Networks, Servers, Storage, Database, etc)
Knowledge in cybersecurity standards/frameworks is an asset (NERC CIP, NIST CSF, etc)
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
SaskPower
2025 Victoria Ave
Regina
Saskatchewan Canada
www.saskpower.com
