Power Engineer

Emera Inc.; Town of Trenton; Sur place; CAD 61 000 - 87 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health & Wellbeing

Grow Your Career

Community Engagement & Care

Competitive Compensation

Résumé du poste

Emera Inc. is seeking a Power Engineer for the Trenton Generating Station in Trenton, NS. You will report to the Power Production team and the Shift Supervisor, responsible for safe, cost-efficient operation of high‑pressure boiler turbine units and related equipment.

The role requires a 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate with 3+ years of experience, strong teamwork, and the ability to travel within the province. On-site work with safety and environmental obligations is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must hold a 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate with at least 3 years of experience in a generating station or similar process.
• Color vision is required for operation of control monitoring equipment.
• Demonstrated problem resolution skills and adaptability to rescheduled assignments.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal skills, computer aptitude, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• If no qualified candidates apply, 3rd Class Power Engineer Certificate holders may be considered as Power Engineer Apprentices.
• Registered apprentices must complete papers and skills to obtain 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate within a set time frame.

Responsabilités

• Oversee safe and cost-efficient operation of high‑pressure boiler turbine units and associated equipment.
• Collaborate with the Operations Team and function in a planned work environment.
• Participate in competency and regulatory training and on‑the‑job training programs.
• Travel throughout the province as required and support other locations when needed.
• Uphold Occupational Health and Safety rules and ensure environmental performance and ISO 14001 processes.

Connaissances

2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate

3rd Class Power Engineer Certificate

Color vision

Problem solving

Team player

Description du poste

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production - Trenton Generating Station

Location: Trenton, NS

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

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

Closing date: November 13th, 2026

We are looking for a Power Engineer to join our team. Reporting to the 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 member of the Operations Team, you will be responsible for all aspects of the safe and cost-efficient operation of the high-pressure boiler turbine units, and all associated auxiliary equipment.
• You must be able to work effectively as a member of the 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 may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• 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.
• It is the responsibility of the Power Engineer to ensure that NSPI is in compliance with all NERC/NPCC reliability standards related to (area applicable to NERC requirements).
• 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:

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

• 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.

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 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.