Project Engineer, AMI NOC and Analytics

at  FortisBC

Kelowna, BC, Canada -

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Immediate01 Dec, 2024USD 47 Hourly04 Sep, 2024N/AGeoscientists,Career Development,TrainingNoNo
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Description:

Branch: Gas
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Temporary
Salary Min: $47.85 Hourly
Salary Max: $59.38 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility: Yes
Temp Duration: approximately 48 Months
Posting End Date: Until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.
We’re actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.’s energy landscape. As one of BC’s Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let’s shape a brighter future for B.C. Position Overview
You’re ready to take on the challenge of working on our AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Project where you will be part of a team building a more reliable natural gas system for our more than one million customers across British Columbia? The Gas AMI Project represents one of the largest Major Projects in FortisBC’s history as we upgrade all our gas meters to implement automated technologies that will improve the safety, resiliency, sustainability, and reliability of our natural gas system.
We are seeking a dynamic Project Engineer with a passion for technology and project management to join our AMI team. Reporting directly to the Project Director, AMI Technology, the Project Manager will provide crucial leadership and expertise in overseeing the implementation and development of our AMI network and associated systems. In this role, you will:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of the advanced metering solution with existing systems and infrastructure.
Manage allocated project resources and associated costs to achieve predetermined goals effectively.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the AMI team, internal stakeholders, and external contractors.
Co-ordinate, and participate in the testing of advanced metering systems, including data validation, communication interfaces, and metering functionalities.
Assist in the planning, development, and maintenance of test environments and test data sets to support system testing activities.
Offer guidance and expertise in developing procedures for mitigating meter installation issues and installation.
Oversee technical definition, design, development, troubleshooting, and testing of software solutions (such as leak detection) to meet project accountabilities.
Communicate project expectations to the team, maintain relationships with business units, vendors, and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution.
Coordinate AMI Network tools implementation among internal stakeholders, project personnel, and contractors.
Act as a central point of contact for AMI meter implementation activities and support.
Participate in field testing of advanced metering RF networks
Support the identification, documentation, and resolution of RF network issues, working closely with RF engineers and software developers.
Create and ensure compliance with regulations, codes, standards and guidelines.
Responsible for ensuring that engineering documentation for the AMI system is completed.
Monitor progress, track activities, and provide status reports to key stakeholders and project personnel.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Applicants currently registered or eligible to register with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia as an Engineer in training (EIT) will also be considered for the right candidate. The salary range for an EIT is $33.13/hr - $47.08/hr.
Will require some travel within the FortisBC service territory.
Headquarter – Kelowna, BC
In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles .

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Responsibilities:

Please refer the Job description for details


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Information Technology/IT

Site Engineering / Project Management

Information Technology

Graduate

Proficient

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Kelowna, BC, Canada