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Engineer, Electrical - High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC)

Competition #: NLH-NR-25-069
Status: Permanent
Location: St. John's

Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for passionate and performance focused people - people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering design and operational support for Electrical systems and equipment with respect to HVDC Specialties.
• Prepare and/or provide support for the preparation of technical specifications, drawings, schematics, wiring lists, equipment lists and work packages.
• Participate in developing electrical design standards and guidelines.
• Maintains a current knowledge of the latest electrical engineering equipment and design techniques applicable to the technical and operational areas of both existing and future requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting operational issues with HVDC equipment and systems and may be required to supervise Hydro and Contractor personnel in the solution of these problems.
• Provide technical support to assist with preparation and execution of predictive maintenance programs, capital and operating projects, and overall asset management.
• Complete detailed analysis of electrical equipment/system failures and anomalies to determine root causes.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Must be self-motivated with demonstrated sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan work well, and to be well-organized.
• Solution oriented and demonstrated creative thinking.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative/supportive manner with stakeholders.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or other forms of education within a related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years' experience in a related or comparable role.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL) would be an asset.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code, CSA, ANSI, and IEEE Standards.

CLOSING DATE: September 22, 2025

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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is the people's utility that you can count on - providing safe, cost-conscious, reliable electricity while harnessing sustainable energy opportunities to benefit the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality, and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they're part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. There's lots to learn at www.nlhydro.com

We're looking for energy we can count on!

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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