Sustainability Engineer

Our City, Our Future St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world‑class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1,200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity The City of St. John’s is presently accepting applications for the full‑time permanent position of Sustainability Engineer. The Sustainability Engineer develops and implements infrastructure solutions, policies, procedures and processes that advance the City’s sustainability priorities. This includes projects that deliver measurable improvements in climate adaptation, energy efficiency, greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction, and resource optimization.

Accountabilities Technical and Analytical

Conduct research and data analysis to identify creative and effective solutions to sustainability and climate change challenges.

Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates and grant applications; coordinate incentives to support project implementation.

Track climate adaptation priorities, energy usage and progress toward greenhouse gas mitigation targets.

Project & Contract Management

Lead project and contract management for sustainability initiatives.

Provide technical and project development support to departments across the City to inform project development and funding applications.

Prepare reports, procedures and recommend process improvements.

Collaboration & Advisory

Provide subject matter expertise and advice to Council, management, peers and the public, including complex or novel sustainability challenges.

Support internal and community engagement for the development and implementation of initiatives.

Participate in committees and contribute input, guidance and recommendations.

Flexibility and Responsiveness

Work extended hours when required and provide general support to the team.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental engineering or a related field, with eligibility for P.Eng. designation through PEGNL.

Post‑graduate studies are considered an asset.

Registered, or eligible to be registered, with the Association of Energy Engineers as a CEM (Certified Energy Manager), CMVP (Certified Measurement and Verification Professional), or Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP) certification is considered an asset.

Minimum five years of progressive experience in sustainable engineering, including climate adaptation, nature‑based solutions, energy management, building/fleet electrification, GHG accounting and project delivery.

Proven experience designing and implementing energy conservation, GHG reduction and/or renewable energy projects, including contract and project management (budgeting, scheduling, stakeholder coordination and reporting).

Experience developing reports, funding applications and system‑level plans.

Experience with federal and provincial funding programmes and voluntary reporting frameworks (for example, CDP/Global Covenant of Mayors) considered an asset.

Technical Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of energy systems, decarbonisation pathways and sustainability engineering practices.

Advanced knowledge of building and civil infrastructure systems (electrical, mechanical, structural and controls) supporting sustainability and climate adaptation installations (for example, EV charging, renewable energy systems, building electrification and nature‑based solutions) and energy performance modelling.

Knowledge of ISO 31000:2018 (Risk Management for Climate Adaptation), ISO 14064:2019 (GHG Quantification) and ASHRAE standards considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain and simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.

Strong prioritisation, multitasking and troubleshooting skills in a fast‑paced environment.

Ability to interact tactfully and diplomatically with others.

Licensing and Training

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence required; willingness to obtain a Class 3 Driver’s Licence with air‑brake endorsement shortly after hiring.

This position requires use of a personal vehicle or access to a vehicle for business purposes as frequent travel throughout the City is necessary to carry out duties.

Hours of Work Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The salary for this position is benchmarked at Grade 6 of the Management Pay Plan, with a range of $114,364 – $147,567 per annum.

This City of St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce that reflects the community’s diversity.

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