Engineering Manager jobs in Citadel, AB

Reference number
ERG26J-173013-000105

Selection process number
26-ERG-EA-0163

Location
Calgary (Alberta)

Employment tenure
Permanent, Term, Acting, Assignment.

Salary
$140,315 to $170,718 - Subject to revision.

Level
EN-ENG-05, NB-12 - The CER has a classification system that differs from the greater public service. This NEB-12 position is similar to an EN-ENG-05 in terms of salary range only.

Who can
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Duties
Reporting to the Director, Research and Innovation, the Technical Leader, Engineering applies expert knowledge in providing advice to Commissioners and CER staff with respect to pipeline integrity, safety and related engineering and management system aspects of oil and gas pipeline systems. This includes providing advice and support in the development and execution of integrity-related compliance and enforcement activities, such as inspections, compliance meetings, management system audits, application assessment and incident investigations. Working closely with the Professional Leader, Engineer, the Technical Leader provides technical coaching to staff and participates actively in the professional development of engineers-in-training, engineers, and technical specialists. The Technical Leader regularly scans the external environment and monitors internal activities, to stay abreast of emerging issues of interest to the organization, and to influence the organization to take pro-active actions regarding emerging issues. The incumbent would be an active participant in external committees such as CSA standards technical committees, the International Pipeline Conference, and the Banff Pipeline Workshop, and would cooperate with organizations such as CanmetMATERIALS (CANMET), Canadian regulators and international regulators such as the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The Technical Leader is occasionally required to conduct field inspections, audits, or site visits in remote areas and will be required to obtain the CER Inspection Officer designation within a reasonable timeframe.

Work environment
The position is based in Calgary Alberta Please note that this position is subject to the CER’s Hybrid Work Policy. Employees are required to attend the workplace in accordance with the policy requirements. The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) helps keep energy moving safely across Canada by reviewing projects, sharing energy information, and upholding world-class safety and environmental standards. Headquartered in Calgary, with regional offices in Montréal, Vancouver, and Yellowknife, the CER employs approximately 600 people. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, the CER is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. The CER is proud to be an employer of choice for Indigenous Peoples*. We support Reconciliation through meaningful actions, including access to Elders, cultural and community supports, paid and unpaid leave for traditional practices, one-on-one coaching, social and cultural events, and flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and telework options when needed.

• Indigenous Peoples refer to First Nation, Inuit, or Métis

Intent of the process
Intent to staff one permanent position. A list of fully or partially qualified candidates may be created to fill similar positions at the same or lower levels, security clearances, conditions of employment, and appointment types (e.g., term, acting, assignment, or permanent. This process may also result in a permanent appointment, even for candidates appointed on a temporary basis.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages
This position is subject to CER’s Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada Collective Agreement. The benefits offered may be different than those offered in the greater public service. The CER has the following forms of additional compensation that are separate from base salary, the eligibility for which is determined, in accordance with the provisions in the collective agreement or terms and conditions of employment for the duration period specified:

• Annual performance pay, which includes elements of individual performance and corporate performance.

• Annual market allowance which applicable to specified operational positions. This position is eligible for market allowance, paid as a single annual lump sum.

1. Willingness to undergo, successfully pass and maintain a Reliability Status Check.
2. Compliance with the CER’s Code of Conduct is required. Note: It is strongly recommended that potential applicants read and consider the CER’s Code of Conduct prior to ing. Please refer to Additional Link below.
3. Must be willing to move within and between business units and teams, based on operational requirements or as individual development needs are identified.
4. Must be willing and able to travel when required.
5. Must be willing to work overtime when required.
6. Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
7. You will be required to successfully complete the training specified in the CER training procedure within the schedule set out by your leader, which is normally 24 months of commencing employment.

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education: Graduation from a recognized university with a degree in engineering (mechanical, metallurgical, chemical, civil or other engineering specialty related to the position).

Occupational Certification: Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Licensee in any Canadian province or territory with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.

Experience: E1 Expert level integrity management experience with transmission hydrocarbon pipelines including experience in all of the following: risk assessments, pipeline hazards and operational, installation, transportation, and environmental loading impacts. E2 Significant and recent experience providing written and oral analysis and advice to executive-level audiences. E3 Significant and recent experience liaising with the public, industry, and/or government regarding integrity management aspects of pipelines. E4 Significant and recent experience coaching and mentoring or supervising engineers and engineers-in-training. Definitions Significant experience means depth and breadth of experience acquired over a cumulative period of at least 10 years, performing duties that are progressively complex. Progressively complex means the candidate’s responsibilities increased over time. For example, they may have moved from supporting analysis to leading it, from routine files to novel ones, or from contributing to recommendations to making them. Recent experience means experience acquired within the last 8 years. Expert level means significant and recent experience in which the candidate has been the technical authority accountable for integrity decisions. For example, they have led an integrity management program or approved or challenged integrity assessments as the responsible engineer.

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Organization-wide Competencies: OC1 Leadership & Teamwork - Proficiency level: Shape
OC2 Accountability and Results Orientation - Proficiency level: Shape
OC3 Initiative & Adaptability to Change– Proficiency level: Shape
OC4 Process & Project Management – Proficiency level: Guide
OC5 Written Communication - Proficiency level: Guide
OC6 Oral Communication - Proficiency level: Guide Technical Competencies: TC1 Application Assessment - Proficiency level: Shape
TC2 Compliance Verification - Proficiency level: Shape
TC3 Investigative Methods - Proficiency level: Shape Competency Level Definitions Guide is defined as thorough knowledge and capability of the competency. Able to influence and guide others in its application. Shape is defined as recognized as an expert. Shapes direction of the CER with regards to the competency.

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English essential

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Asset Qualifications: AQ1 Specialized expertise or an advanced degree in the development, implementation, maintenance, evaluation and improvement of integrity management programs and systems in the oil and gas pipeline industry. AQ2 Significant experience in development use or application of federal, provincial or territorial regulations or in providing regulatory policy advice. AQ3 Significant experience in and contribution to the development of industry consensus standards such as CSA standards. AQ4 A proven track record of developing, maintaining and leveraging relevant industry relationships and a broad network of contacts in the field of pipeline integrity.

Organizational Needs: To support employment equity objectives, diversity and inclusion, and to meet business objectives, selection may be limited to those who self-identify as a member of one or more of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples*, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, or Women.

• Indigenous Peoples refer to First Nations, Inuit or Métis

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.