Job Description

The Opportunity:Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Distribution Control CentreLocation: Ragged LakeClosing Date: October 30, 2024Are you ready to apply your knowledge in the real world? We are hiring a, Co-op, Engineering for the Winter Term with our Distibution Control Centre team.What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do:We\xe2\x80\x99ll treat you as one of our own and your key areas of responsibility will include:

• Supporting the Distribution Control Centre (DCC) and Outage Dispatch Operations
• Support in Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and General Electric Asset Performance Management (GE APM)
• Process Improvement Initiatives
• Research and Development
• Data Collection and Analysis

Who you are:Working as a valued part of our Distribution Control Centre, you will bring:

• Post Secondary student studying Engineering eligible for a Winter 2025 Work Term
• The ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data for monitoring systems performance, identifying tends and supporting decision-making processes in ADMS and GE APM.
• Familiarity with relevant software (ADMS, Maximo, or other asset management systems.
• Willingness to quickly learn new technical tools are essential for contribution effectively to DCC and outage dispatch operations
• Proactive approach to identifying challenges and proposing solution, especially when it comes to process improvement and addressing operational issues in real time
• The ability to adapt quickly and remain open to new knowledge - whether in research, technology or operational practices, will help the student thrive and add value to the team.

What we offer:

• Networking and Growth; A Network of many other current & former co-op students & Social Committee offer students a way to connect with their peers with biweekly events like Keynote Speaker Series, Coffee Chats, Volunteer Opportunities and more.
• A Comprehensive and Fun Onboarding Program including facilitated group orientation sessions for all students joining us each term, and a handy Student Handbook and Technology Guide to set you up for success from day one!

to learn what some of our current & former students have to say about their experience with us!Learn more about our culture & values:At the Emera Group of Companies, you\xe2\x80\x99ll 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 Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers and we\xe2\x80\x99ll help you become a leader of tomorrow! If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you.Sound like the right opportunity for you? Here\xe2\x80\x99s How You Apply:Apply by October 30, 2024 and let us know why this role is right for you by:

• Clicking on the \xe2\x80\x98APPLY NOW\xe2\x80\x99 button in this job posting.
• Attaching your resume, cover letter or motivation, and your transcript as one single file.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Campus.recruitment@nspower.ca The perks of joining our team? We offer::- Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.- 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.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:As one of Atlantic Canada\xe2\x80\x99s 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. Recruitment & Promotion Policy: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.

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