Senior Engineer, Energy
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.
For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/
Job Information
The Senior Engineer, Energy (Senior Engineer) is responsible for technical aspects of the identification, analysis and development of conventional and renewable community, large scale, multi-year and strategic energy projects and initiatives aimed at increasing the use of domestic energy resources and sustainable energy technologies and reducing energy costs in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
Responsibilities will vary and include a host of energy projects ranging in size from small community scale to large multi-billion-dollar energy infrastructure projects. Examples include energy storage, power generation, distribution, transmission and transportation technology opportunities for both electricity and heat type energy projects. Generation sources such as hydro, LNG, wind, biomass combined heat and power, residual heat, district heating, nuclear and geothermal energy options done at a commercial or utility scale may be considered, among others. Storage solutions may include cryogenic, hydro and/or proven battery solutions and other emerging storage technologies. Transmission and distribution opportunities will include the extension of network assets funded by NWT rate payers and connecting assets funded by industry.
The Senior Engineer will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues in the Department of Infrastructure and other Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT) departments, the Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC), the Arctic Energy Alliance (AEA), NT Energy, Indigenous Government representatives, the federal government and other boards and agencies to effectively support and implement energy projects across the NWT.
Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities include:
- Knowledge of energy program and project development.
- Knowledge of electrical generation, transmission and distribution infrastructure and systems.
- Knowledge of remote northern power generation and transmission.
- Skilled in creation, design guidance and technical evaluation of energy initiatives.
- Skilled in evaluating a broad variety of energy initiatives for technical and economic considerations.
- Ability to manage, lead and collaborate effectively with energy experts.
- Ability to effectively interact with industry, government agencies, aboriginal organizations and the public, and to communicate scientific and technical knowledge to a non-professional audience.
Typically, attained by:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering and Professional Engineering designation with five (5) years of post-designation experience in the energy field including experience in northern design, construction services and commissioning of energy systems.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Other relevant experience in the energy field includes:
- Experience in the electrical utility space either as owner or consultant.
Additional requirement(s):
- Registration with the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association for Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG) within 90 days of hire is required, with flexibility for international registrants.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28467
Closing Date: October 21, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $68.30 per hour to $81.59 per hour (approximately $133,185 - $159,101) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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