Capital Engineer

Job Responsibility: The Opportunity:

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Energy Delivery

Location: Lakeside, NS or Bridgewater, NS

We are currently looking for a Capital Engineer to join our Reliability and Work Execution team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Manager Reliability Project Execution, you will be responsible for the efficient selection and management of distribution line projects and processes within the Reliability and Work Execution team while ensuring that project management methodology is followed. You will be part of a team integrating new technologies into our business.

Key elements of this role include::

• Working closely with other technical and operational teams to ensure projects are successfully defined, planned, and implemented.

• Developing tracking procedures for new construction projects and reviewing projects in the field.

• Developing processes to support the efficient deployment of the capital program.

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

These skills will make you successful:: To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• You are a member (or eligible for membership) with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• You have strong analytical and computer skills, with an aptitude for detailed process analysis.
• You are proficient with tools and systems used in project planning, tracking, and reporting.
• You have experience in project management and are comfortable supporting multiple projects through various stages of planning and delivery.
• You have excellent communication skills that allow you to interact effectively with technical teams, project stakeholders, and operational staff.
• 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 June 16th and let us know why this role is right for you. The perks of joining our team? We offer::

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, 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, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan 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.