
Senior Technologist
- Nouvelle-Écosse Lakeside, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
Location: Beechville, Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time
Closing Date: September 4, 2025We are seeking a Protection & Controls Senior Technologist to join our engineering team. Reporting to the Protection & Control Engineering Manager, you will provide essential technical support to our design engineers in developing and implementing protection systems across Nova Scotia's electrical grid.This role focuses on creating detailed technical drawings, specifications, and documentation that transform engineering concepts into constructible designs. Key elements of this role include::Technical Documentation & Design Support
- Preparing comprehensive P&C technologist drawing packages for transmission lines, substations, and generators under engineering guidance
- Creating and modifying panel wiring diagrams, cable connection drawings, and equipment layouts
- Developing detailed cable lists, schedules, and bill of materials for procurement teams
- Updating and maintaining panel layouts and equipment specifications
- Coordinating with procurement teams and equipment suppliers on technical specifications
- Selecting and sizing panels, auxiliary equipment, and cables based on engineering requirements
- Tracking materials and deliveries to align with project schedules
- Reviewing vendor submittals for compliance with specifications
- Reviewing technologist packages for completeness and technical accuracy before construction release
- Providing technical support during equipment installation and commissioning phases
- Conducting field visits to verify installations and troubleshoot system issues
- Supporting operations teams with technical documentation and system knowledge
- Ensuring all work complies with Nova Scotia Power standards, IEEE guidelines, and regulatory requirements
- Maintaining current knowledge of protection equipment and industry best practices
- Following all safety procedures and contributing to a culture of safety excellence
- Supporting environmental initiatives and compliance requirements
- Electrical Engineering Technologist Diploma from a recognized institution
- Full CET membership with TechNova (or eligible for transfer)
- Minimum 6 years of experience with leadership in complex projects
- Experience creating technical drawings and specifications for electrical equipment
- Background in substation or transmission line design (preferred)
- Proficiency with drafting software (MicroStation, Promis.e, AutoCAD, Bluebeam)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and panel layouts
- Understanding of protection relay principles and substation equipment
- Knowledge of electrical codes, utility standards, and safety regulations
- Ability to interpret complex engineering requirements and translate them into practical designs
- Proven ability to work effectively with engineers, procurement teams, and field personnel
- Strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects and deadlines
- 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.