Engineer, Senior Electrical

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Eastern Clean Energy Initiative (ECEI)  team. Reporting to the Sr. Technical Advisor, Energy Storage, you will join a team of   professionals at our Halifax location where we offer you a Hybrid work option.

We are getting ready to lead the largest transformation in the history of our company. Our goal is to reach 80% renewable electricity sales by 2030. This means that we will have to transform our current processes and how we deliver clean energy to help build a greener economy. It’s an exciting time to join our organization and we’ve already made significant progress. Since 2005, we have achieved a 41% reduction in CO2 emissions and a 43% reduction in coal use. As we continue our path to 2030, we are looking for like-minded people that share our passion for cleaner energy to help us grow into the future. 

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for providing technical and engineering expertise to the Eastern Clean Energy Initiative (ECEI) team. Your focus will be supporting the Grid-Scale Battery Project, with the Nova Scotia Power development of three 50 MW/ 4-hour battery sites in Bridgewater, Waverley and the Valley. 

You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

• Collaboration and coordinating with internal and external subject matter experts to review and implement electrical engineering design;
• Inspection test plan/acceptance testing witnessing and documentation as well as detailed review of inspection reports;
• Site representative through project commissioning activities and acceptance testing;
• Ensure design and implementation follows standards and procedures as well as technical advice regarding construction methods and design;
• Identification and analysis of alternatives to reach decisions and making appropriate recommendations on technical and logistical issues;
• During construction and testing activity this position will be required to travel to project locations and be on site for a significant portion of time.

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

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred), full membership (or eligible for membership) in Engineers NS;
• Strong analytical and project engineering skills for construction projects would be an asset;
• Experience working with energy storage systems, manufacturing inspection of electrical equipment, and oversight of utility project engineering work is an asset;
• You are an experienced engineering professional with strong analytical, technical and project management skills;
• The ideal candidate will have 10 years electrical engineering technical and project experience and strong communications skills with regards to external partners and internal stakeholders;
• You demonstrate strong relationship skills, and an ability to work well with others at various levels of the organization;
• You must possess a valid driver´s license and be available to provide assistance or direction for after hour emergency service restoration.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying. 

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 July 2, 2024 and let us know why this role is right for you.

• Flexibility : Hybrid work model.
• 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  , and  . 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   . 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.