Engineer, Energy Mgmt System Operations

Job description:

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.

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 additions and changes.

· 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, Industrial, Computer or Software.

· Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan OR;

· Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng)

· Two 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, 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.)

· 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