HVDC Apparatus Engineer (Electrical Engineer)
Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
- Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and
community.
Position Overview:
We're looking for an HVDC Apparatus Engineer to join our HVDC Station Design team, someone who enjoys tackling complex
power system challenges and working closely with critical equipment used in converter stations. In this role, you'll partner with senior
technical experts to develop practical specifications, evaluate and select major electrical apparatus, and ensure designs meet
performance, quality, and reliability expectations from concept through to completion. You'll take on technically challenging
assignments related to equipment design and application, provide expert support to internal teams across the organization, and
collaborate with external consultants and vendors to deliver specialized work, giving you end-to-end exposure to large-scale HVDC
infrastructure projects that directly impact grid performance.
Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed technical specifications and procurement process for complex Station Apparatus for AC and HVDC
Converter Stations.
- Responsible for analysis of technical and commercial data as well as leading the negotiation process with vendors in
preparation of recommendations for the supply of complex apparatus.
- Provide expert consultation, training, etc. to all areas of the Corporation on the application and design considerations of
complex station apparatus for AC and HVDC Converter Stations.
- Lead complex apparatus design reviews to ensure technical requirements have been satisfied and inspect apparatus and
witness tests on equipment as required.
- Develop and maintain specifications in accordance with CSA, ANSI/IEEE and IEC standards while utilizing best utility
practices in conjunction with manufacturers.
- Support Technical staff in the detailed review of apparatus drawings, manuals and test reports for completeness and
accuracy.
- Advise planning and design personnel in the development of station layouts, complex apparatus requirements and station
configuration with regard to operation and protection considerations.
- Provide expert advice to all areas of the Corporation on projects with short lead times or special requirements, including
urgent application or failure investigations of complex electrical apparatus.
- Liaison with Consultants performing assigned work.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Electrical Engineering from a university of recognized standing with a minimum of seven years' experience in
related utility work covering apparatus procurement, complex engineering apparatus design along with construction and
testing standards.
- Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a
specified amount of time).
- Demonstrated ability to provide expert technical guidance related to complex electrical apparatus for AC and HVDC Converter
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