HVDC Design 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 Design Engineer to join our HVDC Station Design Department. Under the general direction of the HVDC
Principal Automation & Controls Engineer or delegate, act as a specialist providing technical expertise and guidance to stakeholders
and designers on the technical standards and requirements for the design of HVDC systems and controls. Provide direction and
technical expertise to other engineers and technical staff in the preparation of designs and specifications for High Voltage Direct
Current (HVDC) systems, controls, protection, and related auxiliary systems.
Responsibilities:
- Perform and/or lead teams responsible for the design, specification, tender analysis, acceptance testing, and support
commissioning of HVDC systems and controls & protection for the Corporation's HVDC facilities.
- Develop Conceptual Design Reports that specify the concepts, technology, architecture, and requirements for HVDC systems,
controls, protection, and auxiliary equipment.
- Prepare and direct preparation of engineering packages for the installation or modification of HVDC controls, protection, and
auxiliary equipment.
- Review and accept consultant's designs and reports ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
- Lead and direct project team deliverables and maintain accountability in terms of meeting committed schedules and
estimates.
- Provide technical expertise in the design of HVDC systems to stakeholders in AP&D and Operations.
- Prepare scope and cost estimates for input into capital project justifications associated with the proposed modification,
replacement, or addition of HVDCs systems, control, protection, and auxiliary equipment.
- Design custom electronic equipment, supervising the preparation of drawings and other design documentation.
- Liaise and coordinate with other groups within the Corporation, external consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, and
contractors.
- Develop and prepare specialized commissioning and acceptance test procedures for the installation or modification of HVDC
systems, control, protection, and auxiliary equipment.
Qualifications:
- A BSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering from a University of recognized standing with a minimum of seven years of directly
related experience including a minimum of two years' experience directing Engineers, Technologists, Technicians, and
Engineering Aids.
- Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a
specified amount of time).
- Advanced knowledge of HVDC technology and HVDC controls including both modern digital systems such as those used in
Bipole 3 and legacy analog systems such as those used in Bipoles 1 and 2.
- Advanced knowledge of the control and protection of synchronous condensers.
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