TECHNICAL ASSISTANT at Manitoba Hydro
Winnipeg, MB, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 25

Salary

37.94

Posted On

09 Aug, 25

Experience

4 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Risk Assessment, Design, Voltage, Protection

Industry

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

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 Technical Assistant to join our Station Design Department. Under the limited supervision of the HVDC Design
Engineer or delegate, design complex protection, control & metering systems associated with high voltage ac and dc distribution,
transmission, converter and diesel generating stations. Provide leadership, direction and assist in the training of junior staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Successful completion of a two year diploma course in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Technology from a recognized technical
    institute and a minimum of four years of directly related experience including design of protection, control and metering
    systems for high voltage AC station apparatus and related substation auxiliary systems.

OR

  • Certification at the Technologist level by the Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba (CTTAM) and a

minimum of four years of directly related experience including design of protection, control and metering systems for high

voltage AC station apparatus and related substation auxiliary systems.

  • Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a “Clear” security rating in accordance with Manitoba
Responsibilities
  • Design complex protection, control and metering systems and prepare associated electrical drawings, bills of material,
    estimates, memos and specifications associated with high voltage ac and dc distribution, transmission, converter and diesel
    generating stations using information from planning single line diagram, concept and automation reports, and protection

design reports.

  • Provide leadership, direction and ensure work quality of junior staff on protection, control and metering designs for high

voltage ac and dc substations.

  • Review, develop and prepare station protection, control and metering standards, processes and procedures.
  • Liaise with other design sections, departments and Construction & Commissioning staff as required to ensure designs meet

current standards, end user functionality and provide trouble shooting when required.

  • Analyze quotations and tenders submitted by suppliers and prepare recommendations to purchase material.
  • Perform drawing reviews and provide completely checked drawings prior to approval by the HVDC Design Engineer or

delegate.

  • Meet with manufacturers’ representatives, consultants, contractors and personnel from other sections and departments as

required to discuss general design details.

  • May assist in the design of logic programs for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and advanced digital metering systems.
  • Assist in the preparation of commissioning procedures and field commissioning activities as required for digital control and

metering systems to ensure compliance to specifications.

  • Assist in the training and development of junior personnel and associated performance reviews.
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