Engineer, Senior – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Engineer, Senior

We are looking for a Sr Electrical Engineer to join our Distribution Engineering team. Reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager you will join a team of professionals at our Truro location.

Key elements of this role include:

  • Reviewing overhead and underground customer and capital design and provide support to planners as needed.
  • Providing Technical Support for the operation and maintenance of NSPI’s systems by ensuring that all work is conducted in accordance with NSPI’s policies, standards and work methods, thereby providing a consistent, safe and cost-effective environment.
  • Developing and implement engineering analysis to ensure the safe and cost-effective provision of electrical service for customers and employees, by providing consistent analysis and interpretation of NSPI’s Rates and Regulations.
  • Responsible for the operation of the Distribution system in accordance with NSPI’s Engineering practices and Standard Protection Code.
  • Performing project management of significant customer work and be available to assist with outage restoration and emergency storm response.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Full membership or eligible for membership in Engineers NS
  • A minimum of 5 years relevant experience is required. Experience in electric utility operations is a definite asset. Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and equipment also considered an asset.
  • Strong communication & interpersonal skills as well as strong computer skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to personal development
  • Willingness to provide after-hours consultation and emergency power restoration work.