Nova Scotia Power

Electrical Engineer

Bridgewater, NS

Full-time

About This Job

The Opportunity:

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Engineering

Location: Bridgewater, NS or Coldbrook, NS

Closing Date: July 2, 2025

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering team. Reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, you will become part of a dedicated group of solution-oriented professionals committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations by delivering reliable and cost-effective energy and services.

This role can be based out of either our Bridgewater, NS or Coldbrook, NS location.

Key elements of this role include::

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Reviewing overhead and underground customer and capital design and providing support to planners as needed

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Providing technical support for the operation and maintenance of NSPI’s systems

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Developing and implementing engineering analysis to ensure the safe and cost-effective provision of electrical service for customers and employees, through consistent analysis and interpretation of NSPI’s Rates and Regulations

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Operating the distribution system in accordance with NSPI’s engineering practices and Standard Protection Code

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Managing significant customer projects and being available to assist with outage restoration and emergency storm response

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

You will also be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

These skills will make you successful::

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

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You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

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You have full membership, or are eligible for membership, with Engineers Nova Scotia.

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You have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

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Experience in electric utility operations and electrical distribution systems and equipment is considered an asset.

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You have excellent communication skills that allow you to interact effectively with technical teams, project stakeholders, and operational staff.

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You have a valid driver’s license and are available to support after-hours emergency service restoration when required.

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 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 the successful candidate you will endeavor to take ownership and act with integrity while building strong, collaborative relationships.

Learn more about our culture and values:

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, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer::

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Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.

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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.

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Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.

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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.

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Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:

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.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy:

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.