Engineering Specialist, SCADA

SaskEnergy•Regina, SK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

SaskEnergy is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join their team as an Engineering Specialist, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition). This role provides specialized and expert engineering services to support the safe, reliable, and secure remote operation of the pipeline system. The Engineering Specialist leads the implementation of highly technical software, computer, communication, and cyber-security facilities to enable safe, reliable, efficient, and economical control of the pipeline system. This includes providing, supervising, and coordinating technical services for engineering activities or project requirements, ensuring sound application and development of engineering, industry practices, and technological advancements. The position also involves identifying and recommending effective business solutions to support departmental and corporate objectives. This is a permanent full-time, non-union position. SaskEnergy is Saskatchewan's natural gas distribution company, and together with its subsidiary TransGas, provides natural gas service to customers. The company offers challenging career opportunities, an attractive total rewards package, and values a diverse workforce.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering (Electronic Systems, Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering).
Professional Engineer Designation qualified to practice in Saskatchewan.
Ten (10) years of progressive engineering experience related to SCADA systems in the oil and gas industry.
Demonstrated competency in software, computer, communications and cyber security that includes complex problem solving, project management, coaching and mentorship.
Strong working knowledge and of SCADA best practices, standards, and operating procedures.
Ability to work on a team while building and maintaining effective relationships.
Must have a continuing record of professional development and continuous learning.
Travel, including overnight stays away from bid headquarters is required.
Provide on-call support for SCADA system.
This job is safety sensitive, and as such, is subject to the provisions of the Drug and Alcohol Policy (Pre-Employment or Pre-Placement for Safety Sensitive Positions).

Responsibilities

Prepare, review and approve advanced engineering designs, software implementations, reports and data based insights to ensure safety, quality and company standards are met.
Lead in the development of corporate SCADA standards, specifications and operating procedures, audit and follow-up to ensure compliance.
Evaluate, recommend and implement advanced technologies or systems that optimize operations, including reduced costs or enhancements to business process or information.
Manage advanced projects and programs of a multidisciplinary, multi-year and/or complex nature involving engineering design, construction and commissioning of facilities or SCADA system improvements to ensure projects proceed safely and according to planned schedules.
Provide overall project coordination with customers and field resources, and deliver advanced technical training for field and technical support personnel.
Provide technical support by applying advanced engineering principles in the investigation, analysis, recommendation and resolution of unique SCADA system problems.
Oversee assigned staff performing SCADA system services to provide instruction and guidance and to ensure quality and Company standards are met.
Research, analyze and evolve current and future requirements and provide comprehensive SCADA solutions to meet corporate strategic and long term plans.
Develop Technology roadmaps, long term plans and budgets for SCADA capital strategic and operating infrastructure replacement.
Design and implement effective provisions for SCADA cyber-security in accordance with business and legislated requirements.
Professionally represent the company on industry technical committees, sharing knowledge and recommending applicable advancements and innovations to SaskEnergy.
Other related duties as assigned.