Engineer (Telecommunications)

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 affordable electricity. Our roots in Newfoundland and Labrador go back over 135 years. Today, we’re part of Fortis Inc., a leader in the regulated gas and electric utility industry in North America. We are proud to employ over 600 talented people who are among the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

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. If you’re seeking a challenging and rewarding career in an industry-leading company and if you’re a highly motivated team player, we look forward to hearing from you.

The Opportunity

As a valued member of our Network Communications team, you will be responsible for the design, modeling, lifecycle management, development and testing of substation communication systems related to SCADA, voice, data, radio, tele protection channels, firewalls, VPN and network switching. In addition, the team will evaluate communication system design for overall effectiveness, security, cost, reliability, safety and is regularly involved in investigating system failures in order to recommend improvements in order to maintain communication quality and availability.

In this role, you will be required to have a solid technical background with a strong commitment to maintaining cybersecurity standards and best practices. You have practical experience in the design, procurement, installation and commissioning of Operational Technology and telecommunications systems in the utility industry. You are knowledgeable in the management of project controls including budgeting, scheduling, forecasting and risk analysis, including providing engineering review and sign-off for OT projects. You have a strong computer background including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.

Your qualifications include a degree in Electrical, Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering supplemented by 5-10 years’ experience. You must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with PEGNL. Knowledge of current IT networking technologies, VPN, Firewall, protection relays, IED management systems and Eaton Gateway systems would be considered assets. Inter-provincial travel will be required.

You are a highly motivated team player with a strong commitment to safety, environment and customer service, have an excellent work ethic, and effective interpersonal and communication skills. You thrive in a multi-project environment and must possess the ability to transition quickly between projects and daily work tasks in an organized manner. You have strong problem solving and analytical skills and exceptional judgment to achieve results.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, Apply or visit us online at https://careers.newfoundlandpower.com. We thank all applicants for their interest. Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted directly; those not selected for an interview will receive an email notification once the position has been filled. 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.

Job Type: Full-time