HVDC MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

WINNIPEG, MB

• 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.

• Assume professional responsibility for the design, assessment, repair, upgrade and other tasks required to manage mechanical assets such as synchronous condensers, pneumatic systems, cranes, valve cooling and heating-ventilation-air-conditioning systems.
• Participate in large project teams and take lead roles on medium complexity projects.
• Participate in scope development and prepare studies, technical specifications, recommendations, design calculations, design packages, estimates, manuals, commissioning procedures and other various Engineering deliverables.
• Apply engineering knowledge and skills to effectively design mechanical assets using demonstrated proficiency in at least the following mechanical engineering theory: turbomachinery synchronous condensers, pneumatic and auxiliary systems related to HVDC Converter Station plant.
• Technical Specification Development, Fatigue Analysis, Machine/Fastener Design, Quality Assurance and Weld Design.
• Provide technical guidance to technical staff within the department, to consultants and contractors and other departments. Liaise with other departments, divisions & business units both technical and non-technical for correlation of design criteria and project requirements.
• Lead the development of engineering drawings prepared by technical assistants, drafters and apply detailed knowledge of drawing best practices and complex geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Provide technical review of a variety of welding documents such as welding procedure specifications and qualifications.
• Advise external consultants, suppliers, and contractors of Manitoba Hydro design requirements and review their deliverables to ensure they meet design criteria, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead procurement activities including specification buildout, proposal analysis, quotations, and tenders; prepare recommendations to award.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and on-site tests; lead commissioning as required.
• Monitor and control scope, schedule, and budget of assigned design tasks.

• Graduate in Mechanical Engineering from a University of recognized standing plus a minimum of six years of related experience with two of design or relevant engineering experience with synchronous generators and auxiliary systems. 
• 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 Personal Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of the operation of Electric Transmission, Distribution, High-Voltage DC Conversion, and Diesel Generation facilities. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge of rotating synchronous machines, turbomachinery, and auxiliary systems related to synchronous generators, synchronous condensers, and high-voltage electrical equipment.  Experience with hydrogen-cooled machinery will be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of industrial mechanical systems including building HVAC, heat recovery systems, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation systems, and hydrogen cooling systems.
• Proven ability to determine design details for major equipment in conjunction with manufacturer's engineers. 
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering design, codes, standards and practices as they pertain to bulk electrical system equipment and associated infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of welding theory and code interpretation.
• Working knowledge of the use and limitations of Autodesk Inventor for both 2D and 3D work, as well as experience interpreting engineering drawings.
• Maintain an understanding of applicable engineering/safety standards and legislation.
• Proven ability to plan and execute design projects and complex procurements.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Capable of communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others and participate on project teams.
• Required to travel by all modes of transportation i.e. air, land and water.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's Licence.

• May be required to work at other locations within the province, and where transportation between these sites may be by small aircraft.