Grid Modernization 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 are seeking an Grid Modernization Engineer to join our Distribution Engineering Department Under the general direction of the
Grid Modernization Engineering Section Head, provide subject matter expertise to the Modern Customer Solutions Grid
Modernization Program. Prototype, design, configure and maintain foundational intelligent network devices that support visibility,
automation, reliability, protection, generation and Grid Modernization priorities on the distribution system.
Responsibilities:
- Support and lead distribution engineering studies and initiatives in support of the Modern Customer Solutions Grid
Modernization Program. Expertise will be leveraged to support ongoing Grid Modernization priorities including Automated
Metering Infrastructure (AMI) use cases, Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) implementation, centralized
switching, and other priority initiatives.
- Participate and lead in the design and implementation of projects, including preparing drawings, estimates, specifications, and
material procurement.
- Prepare protection and automation settings and configurations, particularly as they support a more flexible, reliable,
automated smart distribution grid.
- Configure and test intelligent network and communication devices and contribute to development of corporate standards as
needed.
- Participate in developing Distribution physical and cybersecurity standards and contribute to Corporate Industrial Control
System Cyber Security Risk Management program team (ICS CSRM).
- Act as a distribution automation subject matter expert, providing consultation on intelligent network technologies, training,
guidance and development of staff.
- Direct and approve manufacturers, contractors and consultants documentation and designs.
- Work with real time system data and digital event records to assess and enhance the performance of intelligent, automated
grid technologies.
- Develop test procedures for intelligent network devices and participate in their commissioning.
- Facilitate pilot projects into mainstream operations, working with stakeholders and support departments.
- Represent the department on external and internal distribution system related committees, working groups and research &
development projects.
- Incorporate safety fundamentals in the design process using Human Error Reduction and Risk Management techniques
developed by Corporate Safety.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Electrical/Computer Engineering from a university of recognized standing with a minimum of seven years'
experience in related utility work covering visibility, automation, reliability, protection, generation, procurement and
commissioning, including a minimum of two years' experience directing others.
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