Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction... Join the Hydro Team.
Engineer, Electrical
Competition #: NLH-NR-25-068
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:
You will join a multi-discipline team working in a project environment. You will design and implement modifications to modern electrical systems. Additionally, there may work relating to the design, fabrication, installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment or systems.
- Electrical analysis, design and tender preparation.
- Equipment trouble shooting/investigation.
- Preparation of engineering reports.
- Ability to assess new technologies and determine the correct solution for electrical issues.
- Contract and contractor management, including engineering consultants.
- Tendering and contract administration including commissioning and preparing project closing documentation.
- Preparation of project cost estimates, schedules and resource requirements.
- Projects will be primarily based in Churchill Falls and Muskrat Falls generating stations. Projects at other NL Hydro assets may also be required in the future, depending upon operational needs. This could include work at Forteau, Shoal Coal and Soldiers Pond.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven and demonstrated communication skills.
- Ability to thrive as a participant and/or leader within a multi-discipline team of both internal and external resources.
- Project management experience or certification.
- Experience working with MS Office.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor of Engineering Degree (Electrical) with a minimum of 5 years experience since graduation.
- Member in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL).
- Experience in supervising equipment installation and commissioning.
- Relevant experience in complex, multi-discipline projects.
- Relevant experience in the design, implementation and troubleshooting of electrical equipment or systems in general with emphasis on hydro generation plants or electrical transmission systems or equivalent.
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.