Engineer, Fuel Budget, Forecasting & Hydro Optimization

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SaskPower is hiring an Engineer, Fuel Budget, Forecasting & Hydro Optimization in Regina for a temporary onsite role through 2027. The role centers on researching, developing, and implementing hydrological forecasts, water-flow and reservoir models, and supporting technical studies to optimize hydro generation while meeting regulatory and environmental constraints. You’ll lead, mentor and coordinate with technologists and consultants, delivering data-driven analyses and business cases for planning and operations. Required: Civil or Environmental Engineering degree, eligibility for PEng and relevant hydrological and modeling experience; strong analytics, project management, and communication skills; EITs may apply. How to apply: tailor your resume to highlight hydro forecasting, reservoir management and modeling; demonstrate safety leadership and teamwork; anticipate assessments and case studies; submit by 06/14/2026.

 Temporary - Full Time until 05/10/2027

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Apply no later than 06/14/2026 to be considered for this opportunity.

NOTES:  This position may be considered safety sensitive when work is done as part of the workgroup or crew involving other employees in safety sensitive positions and/or performing work which is safety sensitive.

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 specializing in Civil or Environmental
• 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, data management, 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 (7201). The applicant will retain the title of Engineer-In-Training and remain compensated at a 7201 until such a time that they are eligible for a 7501 either through bidding or P. Eng designation process.

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

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act.

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

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Please apply by 06/14/2026.