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Vehicle Standards Engineer (Engineer 4) - Jobs in Halifax region

Job LocationHalifax region
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Job Description

Competition # : 44501 Department: Public WorksLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: ​14-Nov-24 ​ (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsRoad 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.About Our OpportunityAs the Vehicle Standards Engineer, you play an important role of supporting safe vehicle fitness and operations by leading the development, implementation, and maintenance of legislation, regulations, policies and standards. Through your engineering expertise, you work to maximize safety and economic growth in the Province by addressing and resolving issues in the areas of vehicle and equipment safety inspection, weights, dimensions, and load securement. You will develop and recommend improvements to legislation, regulations, policies and standards through researching jurisdictional and industry standards, overseeing vehicle dynamic analysis, as well as assessing the related technical, economic and safety implications. Furthermore, you are a critical support in addressing the use of after-market, add-on vehicle equipment, and of retrofitted vehicles through researching and developing legislation, regulations, policy and standards.You collaborate regularly with Transport Canada and the other Provinces and Territories along with other government and industry representatives. Your strong relationship building abilities are essential to your success in this role; especially when responding to inquiries and complaints from the industry and the public and participating in industry and governmental committees regarding vehicle and equipment safety standards.Qualifications and ExperienceA 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.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.Working ConditionsA majority of your time will be spent in an office environment, but site visits may be required during all seasons and various weather conditions on heavily-travelled roads.What We Offer
  • Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
  • Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
  • Countless career paths
Pay Grade:PR 18 Salary Range: $3,231.58 - $3,800.42 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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