WHO WE ARE:

Do you want to be part of the Canada’s exciting energy transition through the development of energy storage, renewables, hydrogen, and carbon capture and sequestration? If you have an entrepreneurial spirit coupled with strong business acumen and a customer service approach, we are looking for you to join our team and share our vision, commitment, and values. ATCO EnPower represents a diverse collection of assets strategically positioned to meet the evolving energy needs of our customers. ATCO EnPower holds a competitive position in the Alberta Industrial Heartland with hydrocarbon salt cavern storage and industrial water solutions. In addition, ATCO EnPower owns and operates strategic energy assets such as natural gas storage, wind and solar power generation, hydro-power generation, and northern energy solutions. This diversity uniquely positions ATCO to execute on its core vision of ‘Delivering Inspired Energy Solutions for a Better World’ and will position ATCO as a leader in this generational energy transformation. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Operations Engineer, Renewables reports to the Operations Engineering Manager and is accountable for the successful delivery of continual improvement opportunities onsite required to safely, reliably, and compliantly operate ATCO EnPower’s assets, equipment and facilities and meet the needs of ATCO EnPower’s customers. These continual improvement opportunities will have a technical component and include MOCs, Facility Reporting, Sustaining Capital Programs, Improvement Initiatives, and day to day troubleshooting.

They will achieve this by demonstrating situational leadership and through collaborating with other departments across ATCO EnPower, including Technical Services, Commercial, Regulatory and Project Execution and will perform their responsibilities in alignment with ATCO’s Core Values of Caring, Integrity, Collaboration, Agility and Health & Safety.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibility Area #1 – Technical 

Provide day-to-day technical expertise and troubleshooting on equipment at ATCO EnPower Operating Facilities under normal operation, during maintenance activities and under upset conditions. Identify and execute optimization and performance improvement opportunities, including asset strategies. Support with ISO (electrical) compliance program, audits and submissions. Champion the Management of Change (MOC) processes. Reporting Operations KPIs and metrics reporting, and provide recommendations to management. Support development of dashboard to support reporting.

Responsibility Area #2 – Project Execution

Identify, scope and support the Sustaining Capital Programs as per the Sustaining Capital Work Flows. Manage the Project/Opportunity Master List. Project Manage individual projects in accordance with ATCO EnPower’s Project Execution Policies and Project Life Cycle, including sustaining capital projects, O&M projects, turnarounds and outages, as required. Performing and reviewing power system studies (e.g. load flow, short circuit, arc flash, etc). Represent Operations on Major Project, Development Projects, and Sustaining Capital project teams.

Responsibility Area #3 – Health & Safety

Lead by example, maintaining the highest standard for Health & Safety for oneself, their peers, and the public. Embody the behaviors consistent with ATCO EnPower’s Safety Culture, including creating an psychologically safe and inclusive environment. Be actively involved safety programs and initiatives. Engage and collaborate with the Health & Safety department. Participate in Emergency Response Plan as member of site Incident Command Team (ICS).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong computer skills. Minimum Bsc. Engineering (electrical Preferred). Professional Designation Preferred. 5+ years min experience with Operations Engineering within the Energy Sectors, renewable energy generation experience preferred Knowledge of NERC and ISO rules is preferred Managing projects of various scopes and sizes Adaptable to changing situations. Well-developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Flexibility, has initiative, creative thinker, resourcefulness, and the ability to work as an effective team member. Ability to prioritize conflicting demands. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Organized. Highly motivated and able to work independently. Knowledgeable in applicable regulatory codes and practices. Comprehensive understanding of ICS principles. Knowledge of Project Management practices and tools. Ability to travel to remote sites and corporate offices – estimated at 25%. Class 5 Vehicle Licence. Strong commitment to Health & Safety and a culture of caring

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a Security Clearance Check.

ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.