Engineering Technologist (Temporary 1 Year)

Engineering Technologist (Temporary 1 Year)
Requisition No: 01445
Posting Start Date: 10-01-2026
Posting End Date: 10-18-2026
Region: St. John's
Location: Duffy Place
Expected Hires: 1

Do you have what it takes to help keep the lights on for our customers in communities across the province? Then joining the Newfoundland Power team could be part of your next adventure…

Who We Are

At Newfoundland Power, we're passionate about delivering safe, reliable, and efficient electricity. Our roots in Newfoundland and Labrador go back over 140 years. Today, we're part of Fortis Inc., a leader in the regulated gas and electric utility industry in North America. As one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers, we are proud to employ over 650 talented people who are among the best in the industry.

We are committed to ensuring a supportive, inclusive and diverse culture where everyone feels safe and valued for who they are. Together, we strive to create an environment which is free of discriminatory barriers, where everyone is treated respectfully and equitably so they can thrive and bring their whole selves to work.

Everything we do is guided by our core values: People, Safety, Service, Respect, Teamwork and Innovation. We believe in going above and beyond to serve our customers and giving back to the place we call home is a longstanding tradition held by our employees. This could be the opportunity for you to continue to grow and develop your career.

The Opportunity

As a valued member of our Regional Engineering team in our Distribution Services Group at our St. John's location, you will be responsible for:

• Designing and managing overhead and underground line construction projects;
• Providing technical leadership to construction crews and contractors;
• Interacting with customers, councils and other regulatory bodies;
• Preparing estimates and material lists for job preparation;
• Preparing engineering reports to identify, evaluate, and make recommendations for system upgrades to improve the operability of the power system;
• Assisting with the design and execution of other distribution engineering projects as required.

Your qualifications include:

• Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma.
• Valid motor vehicle driver's license.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to execute technical tasks with particular attention to detail.
• Being a highly motivated team player.
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD is required.

There is a residency requirement for this position, whereby your primary residence must be within 40 km of Duffy Place in St. John's.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please Apply from the My Career dashboard in the VIP Employee Portal. You can view the status of your application in the VIP Employee Portal at any time during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation for any reason during the interview process, please let us know what you need and it will be kept in confidence.