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Senior Reliability Engineer (Electrical)

Meridia Recruitment Solutions is pleased to partner with Saint John Energy in the search for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team in Saint John, NB. Saint John Energy is an award-winning, internationally recognized distribution utility serving the citizens of Saint John since 1922. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community, Saint John Energy is leading the way toward a clean-energy future through its Zero30 initiative, which aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030.

As a forward-thinking, community-owned utility, Saint John Energy is transforming its grid into a modern, flexible, and intelligent energy system that supports electrification, renewable integration, advanced analytics, and evolving customer needs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer to contribute to grid modernization, renewable integration, asset management, and next-generation energy solutions.

As Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in the planning, design, and optimization of Saint John Energy’s electrical distribution system. Reporting to the Director of Engineering and System Strategy, you will lead initiatives that enhance system reliability, integrate renewable and distributed energy resources (DERs), and support the organization’s sustainability and modernization goals. This position combines technical leadership, project execution, and collaboration across multiple teams to deliver innovative energy solutions.

Engineering Design & System Analysis
Lead the design and implementation of distribution projects, including lines, substations, and system upgrades.
Conduct electrical system studies (load flow, short circuit, reliability, protection).
Develop technical specifications, design packages, and contract documentation.
Asset Management & System Performance
Drive risk-based asset management strategies and lifecycle planning.
Optimize asset-health models and enterprise asset management systems.
Engineer solutions for renewable energy and DER integration.
Research and deploy emerging technologies, including energy storage and advanced analytics.
Project Leadership & Coordination
Manage engineering and construction projects from concept to completion.
Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
Provide technical input for business cases and strategic decisions.
Develop and maintain engineering best practices.
Deliver technical training to engineering and operational staff.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and NERC reliability compliance.
Promote safety-first culture and environmental stewardship.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
Technical Skills & Experience

  • 10+ years of experience in electrical distribution system planning, design, and analysis.
  • Experience with renewable energy, DERMS, energy storage, or distribution automation.
  • Familiarity with tools such as CYME, PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc.
  • Knowledge of grid automation, protection systems, and digital grid technologies.
  • Experience with asset management methodologies and reliability engineering.
  • Assets (Not Required)

Experience in design of communication and SCADA projects.
Project management training or experience in business case development.
Why Join Saint John Energy?

Innovation & Impact: Be part of a team building the Utility of the Future and driving the transition to clean energy.

Community Commitment: Work for a utility that values sustainability, customer service, and community well-being.

Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, pension plan, health & wellness programs, and more.

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