Vehicle Standards Engineer (Engineer 4)

at  Province of Nova Scotia

Department: Public Works
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 18-Feb-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

Road Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
The Road Safety Division at the Department of Public Works, is responsible for the administration of drivers and vehicles in the province. We operate in a proactive regulatory environment to ensure the policies, legislation, and regulations that we are responsible for efficiently guide road safety in our province. We also maintain records regarding vehicle registration, driver licensing, medical fitness, driver competency, and compliance, all working together to ensure a safe road network.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor of Civil or Mechanical Engineering plus six (6) years related experience is required. You must be (or meet the requirements to be) actively registered as a Full Member (P. Eng) with Engineers Nova Scotia (ENS).
You have demonstrated knowledge and an understanding of automotive engineering principles and standards, as well as vehicle operations, equipment standards, and vehicle dynamics.
As the ideal candidate, you are analytical and resourceful in nature. You are a creative and innovative problem solver who develops solutions to issues faced in the industry. You work diligently to achieve goals, meet strict deadlines, and utilize your project management skills to lead effective and efficient research and programs. You are able to work collaboratively with industry stakeholders, other jurisdictions and various levels of government to achieve common goals.

The following are considered assets including experience and/ or knowledge of:

• trucks and heavy equipment;
• legislative and regulatory processes;
• commercial transport industry practices;
• the Motor Vehicle Act and associated regulations

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Please refer the Job description for details