Job Title

Engineer in Training

Company, Department

Nova Scotia Power – Capital Projects

Location:

Wreck Cove, Nova Scotia Canada

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Type Of Employment

Regular, Full Time

Reference Number

11678

The Opportunity

The Opportunity

NS Power is currently in the execution phase of a Life Extension & Modernization (LEM) effort for the largest Hydro Generating Station in Nova Scotia. The Wreck Cove Generating Station is located in Cape Breton, on the Cabot Trail. We are currently looking for an Engineer in Training to join our team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Senior Engineer, and as an integral member of our team, you will contribute to the development, management and delivery of the Wreck Cove LEM and future projects.

The Engineer in Training will support the Nova Scotia Power Capital Project Execution Group with a focus on the Wreck Cove Life Extension & Modernization Project and will work closely with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) vendors, engineering consultants, operations, planning and maintenance teams to ensure assigned tasks are properly planned and executed within agreed schedule, scope and budget.  The successful candidate will join Nova Scotia Power’s team of dedicated professionals, whose goal is to exceed our customer’s expectations in delivering reliable and cost-effective energy and services.

Why consider this role?

• Our unique Hydro System
  
  

The Wreck Cove Hydro System has been providing clean, renewable energy for Nova Scotians for over 40 years. The Wreck Cove Generating Station is the largest Hydro facility in Nova Scotia with a generating capacity of 212 MW. It’s also one of Nova Scotia Power’s more unique Hydro sites. The water is conveyed to the powerhouse through a series of tunnels and canals, and the powerhouse itself is located 275 feet underground, down a 620 metre access tunnel.

• Location
  
  

Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Cape Breton Island. Based on its unique location, Wreck Cove offers a stunning natural surrounding with its picturesque landscapes, ocean views and access to outdoors activities such as golfing, hiking, fishing, ATV, wildlife observations and winter related sports. Wreck Cove is a quiet rural community, that’s less than an hour away from Baddeck, a charming community for historical tours, site sightseeing and outdoor adventures. And it is a little more than an hour from Sydney where you can find a variety of restaurants, entertainment and shopping.

• Unique Technical Challenge
  
  

Role

Through this project and in our specialized work environment, you'll embark on an exhilarating journey of accelerated learning and skill development. Dive into a wide spectrum of challenging tasks that will broaden your competencies. As part of this role, you'll have the privilege to:

• Collaborate closely with OEMs, gaining invaluable insights and expanding your network.
• Explore fabrication shops to witness firsthand the construction and deconstruction of power generation units, including generators.
• Engage with specialist hydro consultants, learning from the best in the field.
  
  

Key Elements Of The Role Include

• Assisting with the review of the technical submittals, assisting preparation for engineering specifications, design reviews, taking on small tasks (under supervision of the Senior Engineer)
• Ensuring that project management processes and procedures are implemented to support the successful completion of the project. 
• Under the guidance of the Senior Engineer assist in management of contractors and consultants. 
• Assisting in management of Contractor Safety documentation. 
• Assisting in procurement activities including preparation of RFP packages, responding to RFIs and participating in proposal evaluations. 
• Participating in Lessons Learned exercises throughout projects as well as at completion. 
• Assisting in maintaining the integrated project plan and schedule. 
• Reviewing technical drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy, quality, and conformance to NSPI standards. 
• Liaising with Information Management team to ensure technical documents are properly maintained and archived. 
• Preparing technical documentation packages for handover to Operations team following project completion. 
• Contributing to a work environment based on mutual trust and respect while carrying out all work in a safe and effective manner.
  
  

This position does include periods of extensive travel and fieldwork, often in remote locations of Nova Scotia.  

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:

• You possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent. 
• You are a registered member or eligible for membership of Engineers Nova Scotia (ENS) 
• You are a self-starter with excellent organizational and analytical skills who is able to function effectively in a team environment.
• You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, strong computer skills, a demonstrated commitment to personal development, a valid Driver’s License, and a willingness to provide after-hours consultation and emergency power restoration work.
• Experience in a power utility or an industrial setting would be a definite asset. 
  
  

If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply and tell us what excites you about this role.

Why join our team?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with flexible remote workdays.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, access to a free on-site fitness center, 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, through training and networking opportunities, 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 Nova Scotia Power: At Nova Scotia Power 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. Nova Scotia Power 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.