JOB SUMMARY:

The Engineer, Fuel Budget, Forecasting, & Hydro Optimization 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 projecting water flow and reservoir management, assisting with and/or preparing technical studies, models, business cases, specifications, and forecasts. This position will develop hydrological projections, ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate strategic goals and objectives.

This position plays a key role in ensuring the optimal operation of SaskPower’s hydroelectric generation facilities. As a member of the Fuel & Energy Management team, the role will also contribute to the adherence of regulatory and environmental constraints and requirements in hydro operations

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Learn and become familiar with assigned technical tasks, methodologies, and practices
• Develop and maintain models for projecting water flows and reservoir models, ensuring optimal generation facility operations
• Provide technical assistance for generation and system operations
• Data management and coding ability; develop and provide ongoing support for programs and models used to provide hydroelectric planning and operations

• Perform technical and economic analysis of alternative solutions for project business cases, and make recommendations on courses of action
• Conduct hydrological reviews and assessments to support planning and system operation initiatives
• Provide direction for construction and commissioning projects and initiatives
• Develop criteria, guidelines, standards, and new practices based upon codes, technologies, regulatory requirements, 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 in Civil, Environmental, Water Resources Engineering, or equivalent specialization in hydrology and water resources
• Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• Professional Engineering Designation - P. Eng. and relevant experience in a combination of the following engineering tasks: hydrological analysis, model development, flow forecasting and reservoir management, operations, and coordination of projects
• Demonstrated competency in engineering/industry standards, as well as internal processes and procedures
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support Engineers-In-Training
• 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

NOTES
•    Engineer-In-Training applications will be accepted and may be considered for this position
•    If the successful applicant appointed to this position is an EIT, the key accountabilities as well as knowledge/skills/abilities will align with the job description and expectations of an Engineer-In-Training. The applicant will retain the title of Engineer-In-Training and remain compensated at that level until such a time that they are eligible for a Professional Engineer position either through bidding or P. Eng designation process. 

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered