Energy Delivery Engineer in Training - Rotational

Job Title: Energy Delivery Engineer in Training – Rotational Program
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power – Energy Delivery
Location: Metro Area, NS
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Closing Date: September 27
Reference Number: 2024-3373

Nova Scotia Power’s 3-year rotational Engineer in Training program is designed to develop our Engineers in Training (EIT) technical and leadership skills to enable them to become technical and people leaders at Nova Scotia Power and shape the future of our company for our customers. Throughout this three-year program, EITs will work with many of the Energy Delivery teams. At the end of the program, you will have fulfilled 36 months of work experience required toward receiving your Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation.

Business departments you may work in as an Energy Delivery EIT include Distribution Protection, Planning, Standards & Reliability, System Operations, Asset Management and Regional Engineering. We are currently looking to fill six (6) Engineer-In-Training positions as part of our EIT Rotational Program for Energy Delivery to start work in June 2025. In this role you will mainly work out of the metro area with some travel to other areas of the province as required.

As a rotational EIT, you will receive:

• Detailed orientation
• Business Leadership mentor
• Work experience alongside other engineering and technical staff to design, build and maintain the systems that deliver electricity to our customers
• Exposure to various areas of Nova Scotia Power’s business
• The chance to work and learn in an environment that supports diversity and inclusion
• Learning opportunities through semi-annual Learning Days with other EITs and leaders in the business
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills

• Rotate through various Energy Delivery roles and locations.
• Receive training and experience in the various phases of office and field engineering work.
• Prepare plans, designs, calculations, cost estimates and bills of materials for a variety of projects.
• Complete tasks in accordance with established codes, standards, engineering practices, drawings and/or other specifications.
• Perform routine technical surveys and inspections and prepare reports.
• Respond to storm events and participate in power restoration efforts.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer or Industrial).
• Registered member or eligible for membership with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to function effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and adaptable to learning new computer applications.
• Demonstrated commitment to personal development.
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License, and a willingness to support emergency power restoration outside of normal business hours.

The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel and complete a full background check which includes a Criminal Record check.

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by September 27, 2024 and let us know why this role is right for you.

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.