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Energy Engineer

$116.26k - $138.88k per year
Full-time

The Government of the Northwest Territories

Job Information

If you're an engineer with experience in utility-scale energy systems and a passion for renewable energy, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of energy in the Northwest Territories. You'll lead the development of conventional and renewable energy projects that reduce energy costs, improve energy security, and support sustainable communities across the North. 

Working as a technical expert within the Major Energy Projects Division, you'll lead the analysis, planning, design, and implementation of major energy initiatives from concept through construction. You'll collaborate with Indigenous governments, utilities, consultants, industry, and government partners to evaluate emerging technologies, develop business cases, and deliver projects ranging from renewable generation and energy storage to transmission, heating systems, and community energy infrastructure. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, technical analysis, and development of conventional and renewable energy projects
  • Prepare engineering, financial, and business case analyses to evaluate project feasibility and long-term value
  • Manage engineering consultants, contractors, and procurement processes for major energy initiatives
  • Provide expert technical advice on utility-scale renewable energy technologies and energy systems
  • Collaborate with Indigenous governments, utilities, industry, and government partners to deliver strategic energy projects
  • Support the development of innovative solutions that improve energy reliability, sustainability, and affordability across the NWT

Typically attained by. 

A bachelor's degree in engineering and Professional Engineering designation with three (3) years of post-designation experience in the analysis and design of utility scale energy systems in the energy field including experience working with and directing a broad range of technical specialists including engineering consultants and field contractors.

Additional Requirements. 

Registration with the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association for Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG) within 90 days of hire is required, with flexibility for international registrants.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:


Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel View phone number on gov.nt.ca
Fax View phone number on gov.nt.ca
View email address on gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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