Senior Engineer, Planning

Job Posting: Senior Engineer, Planning Job Category: Operations & Engineering Requisition Number: S9-26 Application Deadline: Until a suitable candidate is found. Apex Utilities Inc. is a provincially regulated natural gas distribution utility delivering safe and reliable natural gas service to over 85,000 residential, rural, commercial, and industrial customers in more than 90 communities across Alberta. Supporting Albertans since 1954, Apex operates over 21,000 km of natural gas pipelines and over 600 pressure and regulating stations through a network of 16 district offices. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team. What You Will Do: As a Senior Engineer, Gas Supply & Planning, reporting to the Manager, Gas Supply and Planning, you will lead hydraulic modelling, capital project planning, and long-term system analysis to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the gas distribution system. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: · Leading the development, validation, and enhancement of system hydraulic models to support long-term planning and industry best practices. · Planning and justifying major capital projects, including system upgrades, expansions, and gas supply initiatives. · Leading project sequencing, system analysis, and technical and economic evaluations of project alternatives. · Collaborating with stakeholders to incorporate growth forecasts, gas supply requirements, and asset renewal strategies into long-range plans. · Providing technical expertise related to system modelling, engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies. · Supporting regulatory applications, business case development, and compliance activities. · Providing engineering guidance and technical support to project teams and other departments. · Performing other duties as assigned while demonstrating a commitment to safety What You Will Bring: Required qualifications: · University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution. · Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA. · 7-10 years of related engineering experience in gas utility, pipeline, hydraulic modelling, or system planning environments. · Valid Class 5 Driver's License. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: · Experience with hydraulic modelling software such as Synergi Gas and strong knowledge of natural gas system design and industry best practices. · Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, GIS/ESRI, and CAD applications. · Working knowledge of utility systems such as Maximo and Abadata. · Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and business cases. · Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. · Experience with regulatory applications, capital project planning, and long-range system planning is considered an asset. What We Will Provide: Apex Utilities Inc. is committed to your professional development and your overall health and safety. When you join our team, here is what you can expect: · Competitive compensation with incentive program. · Comprehensive health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits. · Retirement & savings plans. · Insurance coverage for Life, LTD, and AD&D. · Employee Assistance Program for legal, financial, and health-related support. · Generous leave policies, including vacation, flex, and volunteer day for work-life balance. · A flexible work model tailored to the requirements of both office and field staff. · A safety-centric culture. Inclusive Workplace: At Apex Utilities Inc., we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We believe that our differences empower us to become a stronger team, leading to better decisions, innovation, and business results. Ready to Join Us? If you are eager to be a part of our team and make a difference in the energy industry, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence through our career page at Current Opportunities – APEX UTILITIES INC [https://www.apexutilities.ca/current-opportunities/]. We look forward to receiving your application!

The Senior Engineer will lead hydraulic modelling, capital project planning, and long-term system analysis for the gas distribution network. They will also provide technical expertise for regulatory applications and support project teams with engineering guidance.

Candidates must hold a University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline and possess a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA. A minimum of 7-10 years of related engineering experience in gas utility or pipeline environments is required.

• Competitive compensation • Incentive program • Health benefits • Dental benefits • Prescription benefits • Vision benefits • Retirement and savings plans • Life insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance • Employee assistance program • Vacation leave • Flex leave • Volunteer day

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Hydraulic modelling
• Capital project planning
• System analysis
• Gas distribution
• Project management
• Technical reporting
• Business case development
• Synergi Gas
• GIS
• ESRI
• CAD
• Maximo
• Abadata
• Regulatory compliance
• Engineering standards
• Problem-solving
• Natural Gas
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Natural Gas Pipelines
• Emerging Technologies
• Business Results
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• ArcGIS (GIS Software)
• Business Case
• Project Planning
• Distributed Computing
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Forecasting
• IBM Maximo
• Innovation
• Systems Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management
• Medical Prescription
• Microsoft Office
• Operations
• Systems Design
• Systems Modeling
• Team Leadership
• Verbal Communication Skills

• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Engineer Planning Analyst
• Gas Engineer
• Mining Engineers, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
• Petroleum Engineers

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week