Posted 14 days ago
Senior Engineer, SMR Engineering (Licensing)
@ SaskPower
Regina, Saskatchewan
Overview
SaskPower is hiring a Senior Licensing (Nuclear) Engineer, a permanent full-time management role to build and maintain the regulatory and licensing framework for Saskatchewan's first nuclear power facility. The role provides technical leadership in nuclear licensing, safety case development, CNSC compliance and stakeholder engagement, and requires a P.Eng. and at least six years of relevant post-P.Eng. experience. A Site Access Security Clearance (CSIS Level 1) must be passed.
Responsibilities:
- Lead nuclear licensing and regulatory compliance for the SMR facility
- Prepare project plans, monitor costs and schedules, and recommend courses of action
- Provide technical direction for construction, commissioning and operations
- Develop criteria, guidelines and standards based on codes and methodologies
- Direct technologists, consultants and management staff
Requirements summary:
- Engineering bachelor's degree in nuclear, mechanical, electrical, chemical or related discipline
- P.Eng. designation or eligibility for APEGS membership
- Minimum six years post-P.Eng. relevant experience
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching and staff development
- Strong analytical, facilitation and project management skills
- Must pass CSIS Level 1 Site Access Security Clearance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 6+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng., APEGS membership |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
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SaskPower
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Powering our Future
Full company description
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees. We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets. Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 5 hydroelectric stations – 863 MW • 9 wind facilities – 818 MW • 3 solar facilities – 103 MW • 11 natural gas stations – 2,434 MW • import power purchase agreements – 290 MW • small independent power producers – 33 MW Our total available generation capacity is 5,930 MW. Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders. *Information as of Mar. 2025
- LinkedIn followers
- 40,375
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,844
- Reported office locations
- 2025 Victoria Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0S1, CA
- Other recorded names
- SaskPower
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- No
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees. We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets. Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 5 hydroelectric…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Utilities |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Regina, Saskatchewan |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 30 |
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Permanent - Full Time
We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!
Apply no later than 11/09/2026 to be considered for this opportunity.
The role will be required to successfully pass Site Access Security Clearance (CSIS Level 1).
JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior Licensing (Nuclear) Engineer is accountable in the development, execution, and maintenance of the regulatory and licensing framework necessary to safely design, construct, commission, and operate Saskatchewan’s first nuclear power facility.. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position provides technical leadership in nuclear licensing, safety case development, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment between engineering, project delivery, and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) requirements.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Learn and become familiar with assigned technical tasks, methodologies, and practices
• Provide assistance and prepare project plans and monitor project costs and schedules
• Provide technical assistance for construction, commissioning, and operations
• Perform technical and economic analysis of alternative solutions for project business cases, and make recommendations on courses of action
• Prepare project plans, monitor costs and schedules, and initiate corrective action as appropriate
• Provide direction for construction and commissioning projects and initiatives
• Develop criteria, guidelines, standards, and new practices based upon codes, technologies, 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 in Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• Professional Engineering Designation P.Eng.
• A minimum of six (6) years post P. Eng. relevant experience that includes:
• A combination of the following engineering tasks: planning, designing, constructing, operating, commissioning of facilities, management, and coordination of technical aspects of contracts and/or technical coordination of highly complex projects
• Demonstrated competency in engineering, maintain knowledge on industry standards, industry trends and developments, internal processes, and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to provide recommendations and influence decision making
• Demonstration of strong relationships with working groups, committees and technical leaders across the organization and external partners
• Ability to provide competent leadership, including, coaching and development of technical staff including engineers, engineers-in-training and other resources as required
• Deep and/or broad experience providing guidance and expertise on complex technical issues.
• 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
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.
Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.
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Please apply by 11/09/2026.
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