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Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Generator Engineer
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $47.32-$65.33 Hourly, $90,677.86-$125,192.08 Annually.
Closing Date: August 25, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking a Generator Engineer to join our Maintenance & Operations Engineering Support Department. Under the general direction of the Rotating Equipment and NERC Compliance Team Lead, will be responsible for providing the expert diversified and complex technical expertise on the maintenance, condition monitoring, overhaul, repair, and replacement of rotating equipment while maintaining safe, economic, and reliable operation of Transmission, Distribution, Converter and Generation Stations. The individual will develop maintenance programs for the Generation Operations plant equipment and lead root cause investigations for the proper operation of station equipment for optimum performance. Cross-discipline expertise will be developed to support all generator power train equipment. This is 24 month term position with Hours full-time hours.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical expert level leadership, support, training, and guidance to operational technical staff in the maintenance, testing, commissioning, and operation of rotating equipment.
- Lead work with Operations, Asset Management and Engineering departments to identify needs, prioritization and project scope requirements for future maintenance and capital investment
- Lead root-cause analysis and provide recommended failure prevention measures on equipment forced outages. Initiate and help prepare capital and special maintenance estimates needed to implement improvement projects. Lead failureinvestigations and repair methods and create test plans for the restoration of failed equipment.
- Keep abreast of industry trends in maintenance procedures and apparatus with a view for implementation where applicable.
- Evaluate and support maintenance programs and procedures used for repetitive field maintenance, testing and commissioning. Participate in maintenance plan reviews to align maintenance on interrupting equipment in the corporation.
- Analyze tenders/quotations and prepare recommendations for the purchase or repair of rotating equipment and parts to ensure compliance with specifications and evaluate alternatives to determine best business case solutions.
- Lead the development of maintenance emergency spare stock and parts criteria taking into account the installed base, failure rates, cost, availability, and upcoming maintenance.
- Work with external suppliers, contractors, and consultants to ensure that the rotating equipment and installation meets performance requirements.
- Establish training requirements related to current and new rotating equipment.
- Support engineering activities for N.E.R.C. testing and standards compliance.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Electrical or Computer Engineering from a University of recognized standing plus a minimum six years of related experience, which includes a minimum of three years of field experience directly related to the design, operation and/or maintenance of hydraulic generating station equipment.
- Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a specified amount of time).
- Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed prior to transfer date and renewed annually.
- Expert knowledge of hydraulic or thermal generators as applied to Manitoba Hydro generating stations, including related troubleshooting and support processes.
- Advanced rotating equipment knowledge level and understanding of the theory, operation, maintenance, condition monitoring, overhaul, repair, and replacement.
- Advanced knowledge of generating station design and operation, including electrical protection, excitation, governors, plant set point control, switchgear, lock-out tag-out systems, and other auxiliary equipment.
- Comprehensive practical experience and detailed working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment in hydraulic generating stations or HVDC converter stations.
- Understand maintenance principles, maintenance standards, task templates, practices and procedures relating to rotating equipment.
- Ability to evaluate and develop new equipment arrangement concepts for retrofit considerations, including considerations such as motor starting, equipment isolation and revised redundancy.
- Possess extensive knowledge in electrical rotating equipment test methods, evaluation of results and use of apparatus test equipment.
- Prepared to travel and live away from home for short periods in performance of duties on short notice.
- Safety conscious and be knowledgeable about corporate safety rules and regulations.
- Self-motivated to carry out assigned duties with minimum supervision.
- Demonstrated aptitude and capability for providing technical support to field staff.
- Possess and maintain a valid class 5 Manitoba Driver's Licence.
Notes/Comments
May be required to work at other locations within the province, and where transportation between these sites may be by small
aircraft.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 25, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process.
Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Capital Cost Estimating Engineer
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $47.32-$65.33 Hourly, $90,677.86-$125,192.08 Annually.
Closing Date: August 19, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking a Capital Cost Estimating Engineer to join our Project Services Department. Under the guidance of the Estimating Services Section Head, responsible for preparing capital cost estimates (bottom-up, factored, parametric etc.), estimate change orders, develop construction schedules, workforce estimates, undertake productivity studies for validating direct and indirect costs as well as schedules, and assist in risk analysis for capital projects.
Responsibilities:
- Estimate and plan large capital construction projects which would include new projects, rehabilitation work, upgrades and expansions to existing facilities.
- Work with multidisciplinary project teams (internal or external), including managing the scope, schedule and cost of Work Packages assigned.
- Analyze historical cost estimates for benchmarking costs and updating long term planning estimates using parametric and factored methods.
- Analyze field data from various project reports, NCR's (non-conformance reports) inspector reports, SAP financial data, etc. for developing factors for estimation. Also analyze productivity of past projects to be used in estimation.
- Track and analyze escalation indices and various drivers for construction of electrical infrastructure (generating stations, transformers, transmission lines, sub-stations, combustion turbines, turbines and generators etc.).
- Review of work by team members – ensure that work is technically correct, as per standards, policies, best practices and processes; share knowledge/lessons learned.
- Develop high-level workforce construction estimates and histograms for planning purposes.
- Develop material balance plan of various quantities for planning and estimation; understand geotechnical reports and understanding different class of material used for earthworks.
- Develop owner's/home-office cost estimates as per company policy.
- Develop detail cashflows as per project schedules.
- Participate in the production of risk registers and other functions that are part of the risk management process.
- Deliver presentations (i.e. cost estimates) to senior professional engineers.
- Develop and monitor work and resource plans for multiple projects/programs.
- Maintain good relationships with other groups (cross-organizational, cross-function/business unit) involved in the delivery of projects, including other departments, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
- Keep up to date on changes to internal policies and practices, internal and external standards, construction cost trends and other factors that affect project costs.
- Occasional travel to MB Hydro facilities located throughout Manitoba
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Civil Engineering from a University of recognized standing with a minimum of six-year experience in engineering and construction with specific work on heavy civil cost estimating.
- Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a specified amount of time)
- All qualified candidates will be considered; however, preference may be given to those with demonstrated experience and working knowledge in the following areas:
- Experience in construction, preferably in the areas of dams, hydropower stations, concrete structures, mass excavation, transmission lines and sub-stations
- Experience in preparing estimates for owners or contractors including engineering, construction management, home office costs and overheads.
- Field experience on large construction projects; experience in interpreting specifications for the task and estimating all direct and indirect costs associated with the task.
- Experience in developing construction methodology for various infrastructure projects and activities like concrete structures, earthworks structures, sub-stations, transformers, transmission and distribution lines, HVDC etc.
- Experience in estimation of various classes of capital cost estimates using different estimating methods at various stages of project development cycle using AACE recommended practices.
- Experience in cycle time calculations, person-hr. factors for various estimating activities, crew setup, and productivity analysis, developing equipment and labor databases for bottom-up estimating.
- Experience in developing planning level construction schedules for large industrial or infrastructure projects to establish logic and timelines based on historical information.
- Excellent teamwork, technical writing, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office (including MS Word, Excel, MS Project & PowerPoint), working knowledge of estimating software (HCSS, Hard dollar, SharpSoft, EBC or equivalent).
- Initiative and good judgment to develop innovative estimating and planning techniques.
- Must obtain and maintain a current Personal Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
- Membership in the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineers (AACE) will be an asset.
- Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence with the appropriate class.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 19, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process.
Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Power System Studies Engineer
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $47.32-$65.33 Hourly, $90,677.86-$125,192.08 Annually.
Closing Date: August 19, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking a Power System Studies Engineer to join our Grid Infrastructure Planning Department. Under the general directionof the Senior Grid Supply Planning Engineer, the Power System Studies Engineer will initiate, conduct, and analyze transmission system planning studies involving generation station outlet transmission and existing and future interconnections to assess whether there is adequate transmission capacity including their impact on the development of the Manitoba Hydro interconnected power system.
Responsibilities:
- Perform planning studies (load flow, transient stability, contingency analysis, voltage stability, fault analysis and electromagnetic transient) and make recommendations for generation station outlet transmission and interconnections with neighbouring utilities.
- Conduct Interconnection Evaluation and Facility Studies for Generator Interconnection requests under the Manitoba Hydro Open Access Interconnection Tariff (OAIT).
- Conduct System Impact and Facility Studies for long-term firm Transmission Service Requests under the Manitoba Hydro Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) or other tariffs.
- Conduct reliability assessments for compliance with NERC and Manitoba Hydro standards (e.g., CIP-014, PRC-012, MH-TPL-007).
- Prepare estimate and schedule requests for new generation interconnection and transmission service request studies.
- Present new generation interconnection study results and transmission service request results to external Transmission Operator and Owner Stakeholders for comment.
- Maintain and update Manitoba Hydro's Transmission System Interconnection Requirements (TSIR).
- Represent Manitoba Hydro and provide expertise to internal/external working groups, task forces and committees as appointed.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Electrical Engineering from a University of recognized standing with a minimum of six years of related experience including two years of experience directly related to the planning of power systems.
- Membership in good standing in the Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM).
- Must have completed Standards of Conduct training or be willing to complete within two weeks of start date.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of computer programs (PSS/E or DSA PowerTools) used for electric power system studies such as load flow, contingency analysis, transient stability, voltage stability and fault analysis.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of NERC and Manitoba Hydro planning standards and criteria and the study procedures for transmission service requests and generator interconnection service requests given in Manitoba Hydro's open access tariffs.
- Working knowledge of control systems (governors, exciters and HVDC power controls), protective relaying and the electrical characteristics of transmission lines, transformers, generators and loads.
- Working knowledge of a programming language such as Python is an asset.
- Working knowledge of electromagnetic transient programs (PSCAD/EMTDC or EMTP) is an asset.
- Working knowledge of equipment standards (CSA, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, NEMA) is an asset.
- A Masters degree and/or post-graduate courses in power systems are assets.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 19, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Team Leader - Generation Project Management
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $51.34-$70.34 Hourly,
$98,380.88-$134,784.78 Annually
Closing Date: August 5, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking three Team Leaders to join our Generation Projects Department. Under limited direction of a Project Delivery Section Head, you will provide supervision for reporting staff in addition to project management from the initiation phase through to the closure for assigned projects, engage and direct consultants, suppliers, contractors, and in-house work forces to provide services and develop and maintain project systems and standards for the department.
The Generation Projects Department is focused on the following principles which must be demonstrated and supported by the successful candidate:
- We value the safety and wellness of our employees.
- We value resilient, engaged employees, and teams.
- We value our customers and the communities we serve.
- We value knowing our performance and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- As a Team Leader, supervise and mentor project staff including, staff officers, project specialists, engineers and contracted staff. This includes supporting their development, facilitating project execution and monitoring performance.
- As a key team member, assist and lead project teams as necessary for the implementation of projects.
- Engage and direct Engineering Consultants to provide project services.
- Responsible for the procurement, administration, and close-out for construction, supply, and service contracts.
- Monitor and report on the status of assigned projects.
- Responsible for technical co-ordination and ensuring the final product meets technical requirements.
- In consultations with stakeholders, establish project work packages including scope, schedule, and cost estimates.
- Lead the development of CIJ's (Capital Investment Justification).
- Provide input or lead the development of project deliverables such as project plans schedules, specifications, risk registers, cost estimates, environmental and safety initiatives, etc.
- On occasion, may be required to perform on-site management of construction and commissioning activities in relief of the site Construction Engineer or Contract Administrator.
Qualifications:
- Four-year degree with a minimum of seven years related experience, of which three years' experience must have been in project management, including three years of supervisory experience.
- A PMP certification is considered an asset.
- Ability to deal with personnel of various levels internally and externally.
- Experience related to generating facilities and formal project management training/education is an asset.
- Experience directing internal and external design and/or construction teams.
- Possess effective/strong organizational and leadership abilities.
- Good computer skills including experience with scheduling software and the Microsoft Office suite of software.
- Mature judgment and proven ability to carry out assigned duties with a minimum of direction and supervision.
- Demonstrated high degree of initiative and ability to build positive and effective working relationships with others at all levels, both inside and outside the corporation.
- Membership in Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba if applicable.
- Possess and maintain a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.
- Must obtain and maintain a current Personal Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required, must be completed prior to transfer date, and renewed annually.
- May be required to travel by all modes of transportation i.e., air, land, and water.
- May be required to work at other locations within the province, and where transportation between these sites may be by small aircraft.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 5, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Power System Studies Engineer
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $47.32-$65.33 Hourly, $90,677.86-$125,192.08 Annually.
Closing Date: August 19, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking a Power System Studies Engineer to join our Grid Infrastructure Planning Department. Under the general directionof the Senior Grid Supply Planning Engineer, the Power System Studies Engineer will initiate, conduct, and analyze transmission system planning studies involving generation station outlet transmission and existing and future interconnections to assess whether there is adequate transmission capacity including their impact on the development of the Manitoba Hydro interconnected power system.
Responsibilities:
- Perform planning studies (load flow, transient stability, contingency analysis, voltage stability, fault analysis and electromagnetic transient) and make recommendations for generation station outlet transmission and interconnections with neighbouring utilities.
- Conduct Interconnection Evaluation and Facility Studies for Generator Interconnection requests under the Manitoba Hydro Open Access Interconnection Tariff (OAIT).
- Conduct System Impact and Facility Studies for long-term firm Transmission Service Requests under the Manitoba Hydro Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) or other tariffs.
- Conduct reliability assessments for compliance with NERC and Manitoba Hydro standards (e.g., CIP-014, PRC-012, MH-TPL-007).
- Prepare estimate and schedule requests for new generation interconnection and transmission service request studies.
- Present new generation interconnection study results and transmission service request results to external Transmission Operator and Owner Stakeholders for comment.
- Maintain and update Manitoba Hydro's Transmission System Interconnection Requirements (TSIR).
- Represent Manitoba Hydro and provide expertise to internal/external working groups, task forces and committees as appointed.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Electrical Engineering from a University of recognized standing with a minimum of six years of related experience including two years of experience directly related to the planning of power systems.
- Membership in good standing in the Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM).
- Must have completed Standards of Conduct training or be willing to complete within two weeks of start date.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of computer programs (PSS/E or DSA PowerTools) used for electric power system studies such as load flow, contingency analysis, transient stability, voltage stability and fault analysis.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of NERC and Manitoba Hydro planning standards and criteria and the study procedures for transmission service requests and generator interconnection service requests given in Manitoba Hydro's open access tariffs.
- Working knowledge of control systems (governors, exciters and HVDC power controls), protective relaying and the electrical characteristics of transmission lines, transformers, generators and loads.
- Working knowledge of a programming language such as Python is an asset.
- Working knowledge of electromagnetic transient programs (PSCAD/EMTDC or EMTP) is an asset.
- Working knowledge of equipment standards (CSA, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, NEMA) is an asset.
- A Masters degree and/or post-graduate courses in power systems are assets.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 19, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Team Leader - Generation Project Management
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $51.34-$70.34 Hourly,
$98,380.88-$134,784.78 Annually
Closing Date: August 5, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking three Team Leaders to join our Generation Projects Department. Under limited direction of a Project Delivery Section Head, you will provide supervision for reporting staff in addition to project management from the initiation phase through to the closure for assigned projects, engage and direct consultants, suppliers, contractors, and in-house work forces to provide services and develop and maintain project systems and standards for the department.
The Generation Projects Department is focused on the following principles which must be demonstrated and supported by the successful candidate:
- We value the safety and wellness of our employees.
- We value resilient, engaged employees, and teams.
- We value our customers and the communities we serve.
- We value knowing our performance and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- As a Team Leader, supervise and mentor project staff including, staff officers, project specialists, engineers and contracted staff. This includes supporting their development, facilitating project execution and monitoring performance.
- As a key team member, assist and lead project teams as necessary for the implementation of projects.
- Engage and direct Engineering Consultants to provide project services.
- Responsible for the procurement, administration, and close-out for construction, supply, and service contracts.
- Monitor and report on the status of assigned projects.
- Responsible for technical co-ordination and ensuring the final product meets technical requirements.
- In consultations with stakeholders, establish project work packages including scope, schedule, and cost estimates.
- Lead the development of CIJ's (Capital Investment Justification).
- Provide input or lead the development of project deliverables such as project plans schedules, specifications, risk registers, cost estimates, environmental and safety initiatives, etc.
- On occasion, may be required to perform on-site management of construction and commissioning activities in relief of the site Construction Engineer or Contract Administrator.
Qualifications:
- Four-year degree with a minimum of seven years related experience, of which three years' experience must have been in project management, including three years of supervisory experience.
- A PMP certification is considered an asset.
- Ability to deal with personnel of various levels internally and externally.
- Experience related to generating facilities and formal project management training/education is an asset.
- Experience directing internal and external design and/or construction teams.
- Possess effective/strong organizational and leadership abilities.
- Good computer skills including experience with scheduling software and the Microsoft Office suite of software.
- Mature judgment and proven ability to carry out assigned duties with a minimum of direction and supervision.
- Demonstrated high degree of initiative and ability to build positive and effective working relationships with others at all levels, both inside and outside the corporation.
- Membership in Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba if applicable.
- Possess and maintain a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.
- Must obtain and maintain a current Personal Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required, must be completed prior to transfer date, and renewed annually.
- May be required to travel by all modes of transportation i.e., air, land, and water.
- May be required to work at other locations within the province, and where transportation between these sites may be by small aircraft.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 5, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Company: Manitoba Hydro
Position Title: Combustion Turbine Planning Engineer
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Salary Range: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $51.34-$70.34 Hourly,
$98,380.88-$134,784.78 Annually.
Closing Date: August 5, 2025
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking Combustion Turbine Planning Engineer to join our Energy Resource Planning Department. Under the direction of the Supply Options Planning Lead, will be responsible for performing staged planning for combustion turbines to support supply planning and Integrated Resource Plan development. Activities include development of concepts, cost estimates, schedules and performance parameters through an integrated planning approach by coordinating staff and input from consultants and other departments.
Responsibilities:
- Lead integrated planning studies of combustions turbines from the Stage 1 Inventory Level to the Stage 4 Pre-investment Level.
- Develop and update generalized and site-specific concepts, cost estimates and schedules for future supply options including pre-construction and construction activities and establish in service dates.
- Responsible for establishing the engineering parameters and basis for design for combustion turbines with emphasis on applying innovation to the technological aspects to attain safe and cost-effective concepts that fulfills requirements of the integrated generation and transmission system.
- Develop, manage and maintain planning activity schedules and deliverables and drive their progress to completion.
- Undertake evaluation and comparison of alternative combustion turbines by integrating technical, economic, environmental, socio-economic and other relevant factors to determine optimal solutions and make recommendations based on input developed within the department, from other departments and consultants.
- Direct and coordinate activities conducted by cross functional teams including members from within the department, other departments and by Consultants contributing to the staged planning studies. These studies include but are not limited to generation design, gas supply, transmission interconnection, licensing & permitting, property, environmental assessment and mitigation, cost estimating and risk analysis.
- Develop, maintain and deliver supply options input parameters annually for input to long term supply planning activities including the Long Term Resource Planning Report and Integrated Resource Plan.
- Coordinate research and monitoring activities for supply options to ensure that planning considers modern technologies to be incorporated in the conceptual planning of supply options.
- Responsible for directing, conducting and participating in engineering economic analysis and evaluations, business case development and risk analysis.
- Lead and contribute to writing reports and technical memoranda documenting results of planning studies.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of seven 7 years of directly related experience including three years of supervisory experience or directing outsourced engineering work.
- Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a specified amount of time).
- Demonstrated advanced ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Thorough knowledge of the planning, design and operation of combustion turbines.
- Thorough knowledge of generation planning, engineering, cost estimating, scheduling and construction principles and contracting practices.
- Knowledge of the operation of Manitoba Hydro's integrated system including generation, transmission and HVDC operations and associated loadings.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate and direct personnel both inside and outside Manitoba Hydro.
- Must possess initiative and mature judgment with the ability to make and implement sound decisions.
- Must display initiative in handling complex technical problems with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated high degree of initiative, creativity and ability to motivate personnel both inside and outside of the Corporation.
- A good organizer and capable of scheduling work to meet defined objectives.
- Demonstrated experience with application of project management processes and tools to manage complex projects.
- Must obtain and maintain a current Personal Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
- Demonstrated ability to carry out numerous concurrent tasks.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is August 5, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Department: Engineering Services, Water and Waste Department
Designated Work Location: 1199 Pacific Avenue - Hybrid
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: $3,640.59 - $4,897.02 bi-weekly, W.A.P.S.O. Grade 6
Posting No: 126087
Closing Date: August 5, 2025
Job Profile
Under the general direction of the Manager of Engineering Services, the Riverbank Management Engineer is the head of the Waterways Branch and is responsible for the management of the Waterways function. The incumbent is the Delegated Authority for administering the Waterway By-law including processing and reviewing Waterway Permit Applications, issuance of permits and the enforcement of the By-law.
The Riverbank Management Engineer also provides technical support to other City Departments in respect to management, development and planning along the City’s waterways as well as other geotechnical matters.
The Riverbank Management Engineer is also responsible for developing and implementing the riverbank stabilization program including the assessment of riverbank assets, the justification and prioritization of riverbank improvement projects and the associated long term capital planning. As the project manager of riverbank improvement and asset protection projects, the Engineer will manage all activities related to delivery of the projects. The incumbent will also be responsible directing riverbank research activities and other special studies.
As the Riverbank Management Engineer, you will:
- Administer the Waterway By-law to regulate construction along the City’s waterways as Delegated Authority.
- Provide geotechnical engineering support to City departments with respect to private development, the City of Winnipeg’s own riverbank lands and other City initiatives.
- Lead Riverbank project management, asset management and capital planning
- Direct research and dissemination of information to assist in day-to-day operations and in long-term planning, policy decisions and advancement of riverbank engineering.
- Manage human resources with respect to the Waterways Branch.
- Provide support to the Standing Policy Committee on Water and Waste, Riverbank Management and the Environment and Planning Property and Development Department in respect to management, development and planning along the City’s waterways.
Your education and qualifications include:
- Post-secondary Degree in Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering is required. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered.
- Research experience in geo-hazards and PhD in Geotechnical Engineering is considered an asset.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) is desirable and required within four (4) years.
- Member of Canadian Geotechnical Society is desirable.
- Member of Project Management Institute is desirable.
- Member of International Erosion Control Association is desirable.
- Extensive geotechnical engineering experience, preferably with hydraulics engineering experience and local experience (ie. Southern Manitoba).
- Experience managing large, complex projects and leading multidisciplinary project teams from design through construction.
- Experience managing a riverbank stabilization program or comparable asset management or geo-hazard management program is preferred.
- Experience applying sound engineering practices and innovation to the development of programs and projects.
- Experience using geotechnical modeling software programs (ie. Geo-Studio; Rocscience; FLAQ or Soilvision).
- Experience using MicroSoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with staff and diverse stakeholders.
- Must be organized with the ability to work in a deadline driven work environment with changing priorities.
- Ability to effectively analyze complex problems to make and defend sound decisions.
- Ability to verbally communicate technical and complex information to various internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to effectively in writing with experience preparing complex and technical reports and documentation.
- Ability to perform critical peer review of the work of other professionals.
- Ability to evaluate unproven, innovative works and develop new regulatory policies and standards.
- Knowledge of hydraulic modeling practices and software.
- Knowledge of codes, standards, by-laws and regulations relating to waterway development is preferred.
- Knowledge of other jurisdictions’ policies and programs related to waterways is desirable.
*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
Conditions of employment:
- The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
- A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in force document upon request.
- Must possess and maintain a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) and be a member in good standing with EGM.
APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:
- Current resume (Required).
- Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
*Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*
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The deadline for applications is August 5, 2025.
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