Co-op Engineering

Nova Scotia Power • Lower Sackville, NS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to apply your engineering knowledge in a real-world environment and gain hands-on experience supporting the electrical distribution system that powers communities across Nova Scotia? We're looking for an Electrical Engineering Co-op Student to join our Regional Engineering team in Sackville for the Summer term. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals, contributing to projects that support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our distribution network. As a member of our team, you'll gain practical engineering experience, develop your technical skills, and build a deeper understanding of utility operations while making meaningful contributions to ongoing projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and computer skills.
• A self-starter and leader with proven organizational skills.
• Must be able to perform effectively in a team environment.
• Enjoy working with technical information, data, and engineering systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong facilitation and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation, planning, and design of the electrical distribution network.
• Review customer servicing submissions and fault-level requests.
• Update underground drawing records and support markup of new revisions.
• Gather and analyze field data related to distribution assets.
• Develop an understanding of electrical overcurrent and protective devices used on the distribution network.
• Collaborate with engineers, technical staff, and operational teams on a variety of projects and initiatives.
• Gain exposure to utility engineering practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your coworkers by following all Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Benefits

• Networking and Growth opportunities with other co-op students.
• Biweekly events such as Keynote Speaker Series, Coffee Chats, Volunteer Opportunities.
• Comprehensive and Fun Onboarding Program including facilitated group orientation sessions.
• Student Handbook and Technology Guide.
• Community Engagement & Care initiatives.
• Mentoring opportunities.
• Fundraising-matching.
• Volunteer programs.
• Various committees and employee resource groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level