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Officers, and/or Technical Assistants, including work planning, prioritization, and performance oversight.
- Direct and coordinate the work of external resources including consultants, manufacturers, and testing agencies engaged in
HVDC apparatus work.
- Advise planning, design, operations, and maintenance groups on apparatus selection, application, sparing strategies, and
system integration considerations.
- Represent Manitoba Hydro externally with manufacturers, consultants, and industry and standards organizations (e.g., IEEE,
CIGRÉ, CEATI), and actively participate in technical committees and working groups to support industry development and
maintain awareness of emerging technologies and practices.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Electrical Engineering from a university of recognized standing with a minimum of nine years of progressively
responsible experience in utility electrical engineering, including HVDC and AC station apparatus specification, procurement,
supplier evaluation, construction, testing, and quality control, with demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a
specified amount of time).
- Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of HVDC Converter Station switchyard apparatus, particularly converter transformers
and other high-value, long-lead equipment.
- Proven experience leading the technical procurement and contract management of large-scale electrical apparatus supply
agreements, including long-term contracts with multi-million dollar values.
- Demonstrated ability to act as a senior technical authority and exercise sound engineering judgment on complex, high-risk
technical and commercial decisions.
- Demonstrated recognition as an internal expert in HVDC apparatus and/or demonstrated involvement with industry
organizations or technical committees is considered an asset.
In-depth knowledge of applicable CSA, ANSI/IEEE, and IEC standards, procurement practices, construction methods, and
testing requirements for HVDC apparatus.
- Thorough working knowledge of Manitoba Hydro's power system, enterprise procurement practices, policies, procedures, and
commercial terms.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, coach, and develop highly skilled engineering and technical staff.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical and commercial concepts clearly and persuasively to technical specialists,
project teams, senior management, and executive stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, manufacturers,
and consultants.
- Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.
Salary Range
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $57.62-$78.94 Hourly,
$110,417.06-$151,272.42 Annually.
Apply Now!
Ready to join a team that energizes Manitoba and puts safety, innovation, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do? Visit
www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
Application deadline: JULY 28, 2026.
We appreciate your interest in Manitoba Hydro and thank all applicants. Only those selected for the next stage of the selection
process will be contacted.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment process or need this posting in an accessible format, please let us
know - we're committed to a barrier-free experience for all candidates.
