Power Engineer

Emera Inc.; Port Hawkesbury; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Grow Your Career

Community Engagement & Care

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Emera Inc. is hiring a Power Engineer for the Nova Scotia Power, Port Hawkesbury Biomass site. The role covers safe operation of high‑pressure boiler/turbine units and all related equipment, reporting to the Shift Supervisor.

You’ll work within the NSPI/IBEW agreement, participate in training, and may travel across the province as needed. Candidates should have a 2nd Class Power Engineer certificate and at least 3 years’ experience in a similar setting, with strong teamwork and problem‑solving

Qualifications

• 2nd Class Power Engineer certificate required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Power Engineer in a generating station or similar process.
• Ability to demonstrate color vision for control monitoring equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to changing schedules.
• Proven computer aptitude and multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate the high‑pressure boiler/turbine unit(s) and associated equipment safely and cost‑effectively.
• Ensure compliance with NSPI/IBEW collective agreement, NERC/NPCC reliability standards.
• Participate in competency and regulatory training; support on‑the‑job training.
• Respond to call‑outs within 60 minutes of HQ; support ISO 14001 environmental initiatives.

Job description

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production - Port Hawkesbury Biomass

Location: Port Hawkesbury, NS

Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time – On-site

Salary: $53.86 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement

Closing date: September 25, 2026

We are currently looking for a Power Engineer to join our Power Production team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for all aspects of the safe and cost-efficient operation of the high-pressure boiler turbine unit(s) and all associated auxiliary equipment.

Key elements of this role include:

As a Power Engineer:

• You must be able to work effectively as a member of the Power Production Operations Team and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
• You will be required to participate in competency-based training, regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
• You will work on an as required basis within the confines of the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• You will be responsible for solid environmental performance of the plant and support all ISO 14001 processes and initiatives. We encourage that you participate as a member of the Emergency Response.
• You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• It is the responsibility of the Power Engineer to ensure that NSPI is in compliance with all NERC/NPCC reliability standards related to Power Production.
• Your primary residence must be located within 60 minutes of headquarters, and you may be required to respond to call-outs.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure

These skills will make you successful:

• A 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate and a minimum of three (3) years experience as a Power Engineer in a generating station or industry with similar processes are required.
• You will be required to demonstrate acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment.
• You have proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments.
• You must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, a strong computer aptitude and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands.
• If no qualified candidates apply, applicants who possess a 3rd Class Power Engineer Certificate will be considered as Power Engineer Apprentices.
• As a registered apprentice, you will be responsible to complete all papers and skills required to successfully obtain your 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate within a specific time frame.

Please Note: This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Must be able to lift 10-25 lbs. from the floor to overhead on an occasional basis and carry 50 lbs. with two hands.
• Able to push and pull 95 lbs. with whole body strength and 145 lbs. using upper body strength on a minimal basis Perform tasks using a range of grip strength frequently and perform static reaching from waist level on a frequent basis and from laterally to overhead on an occasional basis.
• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, and forward flexional movements on a minimal basis.
• Perform squatting, crouching, neck rotation, neck extension and finger dexterity occasionally.
• Possess the ability use side neck flexion, stand, and climb ladders and stairs frequently while walking constantly.
• Must be able to sit constantly, using frequent finger dexterity while using minimal grip strength.
• Perform frequent static reaching at waist level and occasional reaching from below the waist to shoulder height.
• Perform minimal bending, stopping, and forward flexion.
• Use neck extensions and rotations occasionally and using side neck flexion frequently to complete tasks throughout the shift.

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.

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 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, 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 the 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.

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