Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Senior Project Management Engineer, this position performs office and field work related to street lighting, substations, network systems and distribution.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans and designs overhead and underground systems, street and pathway lighting systems, network and substations.
• Prepares work orders, cost estimates and budget estimates, as required.
• Performs field work, as required, including elementary surveying, physical and electrical measurements, inspections and contractor supervision in conjunction with appropriate trades and recording of all installations.
• Performs related assignments for the engineering staff.
• Will be responsible for inspecting materials typically used in day-to-day operations of a utility (example: transformers, Overhead and Underground cable, padmount switches, etc.)
• Troubleshooting system failures like Cable fault finding.
• Perform field based non-destructive testing of electrical equipment to verify the integrity of the electrical systems.
• Perform testing on electrical relays used in substations and various field equipment like padmount switches
• Will be responsible for commissioning various new field installations.
• Supervise the switching book update process and authorize system changes by working collaboratively with System Operator.
• Supervises the work of the Electrical Engineering Technologist I.
• Assists with operations of system, including high voltage system switching and preparation of switching orders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized, two-year, post-secondary Electrical Engineering Technology program.
• Registered as a Professional Technologist (P. Tech) with the Technology Professionals Saskatchewan.
• Four to seven years related experience in an electrical utility with exposure to Transmission, Distribution, Substations and Streetlighting will be an asset.
• Successful completion of Technologist I Skills Assessment exam.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties outside under varying weather conditions.
• Skill in the use of a computer with spreadsheet, database and AutoCAD software.