Senior Project Engineer – Renewables

EverWind; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent developer of renewable energy is looking for a Senior Project Engineer to lead technical management of large-scale renewable energy projects. Based in Halifax with potential remote work, this role requires a university degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience in power generation, particularly renewable energy. Strong project management and leadership skills are needed to ensure projects adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Interested candidates must apply via email with a cover letter and resume by December 19.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of engineering experience in power generation, focusing on renewable energy.
• Demonstrated success managing utility-scale renewable projects.
• Strong knowledge of EPC project delivery models and industry codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall technical management of large-scale renewable energy projects.
• Lead and coordinate engineering functions across construction phases.
• Develop technical scopes of work for contracts.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

University degree in engineering

Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

Wind energy systems knowledge

High-voltage interconnection systems

Civil infrastructure knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer – Renewables

Location: Halifax, Remote w/ travel possible for the right candidate

Reports To: VP Construction (Renewables), EverWind

About EverWind

EverWind is a leading independent developer of green hydrogen and ammonia production in North America, headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are committed to accelerating the global transition to clean energy through innovative, community-focused, and environmentally responsible solutions. Our team is passionate about building a sustainable future, locally and globally, by connecting Canadian renewable resources with international decarbonization efforts.

Job Overview

The Senior Project Engineer position is responsible for overall technical management of large-scale renewable energy projects through late-stage development, construction, and commissioning phases of a project, as well as supporting the transition to operations and asset management.

This role requires strong technical expertise, project management, skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Engineering Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and coordinate all engineering functions during preconstruction, construction, commissioning, and turnover to operations.
• Collaborate across departments and disciplines, providing and soliciting peer reviews for technical content.
• Supervise external contractors, consultants, and suppliers — ensuring scope adherence, quality, and on-site safety.
• Provide supervision and coordination of all engineering functions during construction and turnover to Operations of new generation facilities. This includes:
  • Work within multi-disciplinary/multi-departmental teams and seek as well as provide peer review for technical content.
  • Supervise external suppliers, contractors and consultants including reviewing work product for adherence to scope and work quality as well as worker safety when on site.
• Lead and grow and manage the project engineering team based on project needs.

Design Review and Coordination

• Ensure project designs comply with EPC/TSA agreements, codes, QA/QC policies, and industry standards.
• Coordinate the review and comment on engineering submittals with support from an Owners Engineer from consultants and contractors.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure design continuity and compatibility across disciplines.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and technical clarifications from contractors and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with interconnection requirements to meet substation energization and commercial operation milestones.
• Support financing due diligence efforts and on-going support, including interfacing with the independent engineer.
• Support technical documentation for permitting and regulatory submissions.

Contract Management

• Develop technical scopes of work and requisitions for EPC, EPCM, and vendor contracts.
• Responsible for supporting the engagement and managing Owners Engineer, Independent Engineers and other Consultants engaged for technical reviews.
• Participate in contract execution and resolve technical inquiries, conflicts, and scope challenges.

Qualifications & Experience

• A university degree in engineering with Minimum 5–10 years of engineering experience in power generation, with a focus on renewable energy.
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation required.
• Demonstrated success managing utility-scale renewable projects through construction and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Wind energy systems and high-voltage interconnection (up to 345kV)
  • Civil infrastructure: roads, grading, foundations, and site prep
  • Electrical equipment foundations (wind turbines, inverters, transformers)
  • Testing and commissioning processesEPC project delivery models
  • Industry codes and utility best practices
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume in one document by email to [e-mail] under the subject line: Application for Senior Project Engineer – Renewables by Friday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. AST.