POWER SYSTEMS APPLICATION ENGINEER

at  Manitoba Hydro

Winnipeg, MB, Canada -

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Immediate13 Mar, 2025USD 43 Hourly06 Feb, 20254 year(s) or aboveEngineering Analysis,Utilities,Risk Assessment,Cip,Membership,Software Development,Reliability,Software Solutions,Computer Engineering,C++,Visual Studio,Critical Systems,Management Skills,PythonNoNo
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Description:

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 permanent Power System Application Engineer to join our Control Centre Technology Systems Department in
Winnipeg, Manitoba.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate in Electrical or Computer Engineering from a university of recognized standing with a minimum of four years of

related engineering experience.

  • Membership in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba.
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed no later than two weeks after the start date.
  • Must have completed Standards of Conduct training or be willing to complete within two weeks of start date.
  • Obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a “Clear” security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro

policy P513.

  • Experience with AEMS/ADMS/GridOS products is an asset.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in performing engineering analysis, developing solutions, integrating software solutions, and

software development best practices.

  • Demonstrated experience in software development and programming using C++, Python, Visual Studio, scripting tools, and

utilities would be an asset.

  • Demonstrated effectiveness in providing technical guidance and problem management skills to the ongoing operations of

implementation and operation of new system designs meet the needs and operating requirements.

  • Interface with maintainers of connected systems to ensure system operation and reliability.
  • Review the performance of a wide range of proprietary and off the shelf software and critical systems, analyze changes t

system and user requirements and develop and implement software solutions as required.

  • As required, provide 24-hour support (standby) to the System Control Centre as part of the CCTS on-call rotation

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and troubleshoot the AEMS and its interfaces to other systems on a day-to-day basis as part of the CCTS team.
  • Provide engineering support, technical guidance, and training with respect to the maintenance, security, and operation of the

AEMS/ADMS/GridOS and seek opportunities for creative solutions and innovative implementations.

  • Conduct research studies and engineering analysis, prepare detailed engineering reports, and design and develop software

solutions for the AEMS/ADMS and GridOS.

  • Apply DevSecOps principles wherever possible in development, testing, and maintenance of supported systems.
  • Provide maintenance and support for all categories of applications used by System Control and related departments at the

control centre.

  • In conjunction with designers, maintainers, consultants, manufacturers, and other specialists, ensure all aspects of

implementation and operation of new system designs meet the needs and operating requirements.

  • Interface with maintainers of connected systems to ensure system operation and reliability.
  • Review the performance of a wide range of proprietary and off the shelf software and critical systems, analyze changes to

system and user requirements and develop and implement software solutions as required.

  • As required, provide 24-hour support (standby) to the System Control Centre as part of the CCTS on-call rotation.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:4.0Max:9.0 year(s)

Information Technology/IT

Engineering Design / R&D

Software Engineering

Graduate

Electrical or computer engineering from a university of recognized standing with a minimum of four years of

Proficient

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Winnipeg, MB, Canada