Job Description

Job Title: Power Production Engineer in Training \xe2\x80\x93 Rotational Program
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power \xe2\x80\x93 Power Production
Location: Metro Area, NS
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Closing Date: September 29, 2023
Reference Number: 11822

Nova Scotia Power\xe2\x80\x99s 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 Power Production. At the end of the program, you will have fulfilled 36 months of work experience required toward receiving your Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation.

As a Power Production EIT, you will work alongside other engineers and technical staff aiding in the generation of electricity for our customers. Our power generation facilities are mainly located at Lingan, Point Aconi, Trenton, Tuft\xe2\x80\x99s Cove as well as several hydro operations throughout the province.

We\xe2\x80\x99re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill three (3) Engineer-In-Training positions as part of our EIT Rotational Program for Power Production to start work in June 2024. In this role you will mainly work out of the metro area with some travel to other Power Production facilities as required.

As a rotational EIT, you will receive:

• Detailed orientation
• Business Leadership mentor
• Exposure to various areas of Nova Scotia Power\xe2\x80\x99s business
• Learning opportunities through semi-annual Learning Days with other EITs and leaders in the business
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Rotate through various Power Production roles and locations (i.e. Thermal Generation, Hydro and Wind, System Planning, Asset Management, Capital Projects)
• 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.

What skills will make you successful?

You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Engineering (all disciplines).
• 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\xe2\x80\x99s License, and a willingness to support emergency power restoration outside 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 Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As an Engineer in Training you will build strong collaborative relationships while striving to cultivate innovation, embrace change, take ownership, and act with integrity.

Why join our team?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with flexible remote workdays (in alignment with the policy for each role).
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, 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, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan, short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emera: At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.

Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor and adjust our pandemic response as needed based on public health guidance, current epidemiology, and considerations regarding business continuity. At this time the Emera Vaccine Policy, which outlines the requirement for all Nova Scotia Power employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide corresponding proof, has been suspended. This policy may be reinstated in the future, either in full or in part, at the discretion of the Company, and employees will be required to demonstrate compliance. Any non-compliance could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Finally, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99ve listed above, please consider applying. If you don\xe2\x80\x99t quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, please set up a to learn about future opportunities!

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