Power System Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer to oversee power system planning studies and lead a team in ensuring the reliability of Manitoba’s high-voltage transmission network. This role involves regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership in a dynamic environment focused on clean energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience including 3 years in high voltage AC/DC system analysis.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex power system studies involving load flow and voltage stability.
• Conduct impact studies for new stations and recommend system reinforcements.
• Present study findings to external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical Capabilities

Leadership

Programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in power systems

Tools

PSS/E

DSA PowerTools

Python

PSCAD/EMTDC

Job description

Job Description

Summit Search Group has been retained by Manitoba Hydro on the recruitment of a highly skilled and experienced Senior Power Systems Engineer to join their Grid Infrastructure Planning Department. Manitoba Hydro is a Crown corporation and one of the most reliable and customer-focused energy utilities in North America. With nearly all of its electricity generated from clean, renewable hydroelectric sources, Manitoba Hydro provides power to over 600,000 electric customers and more than 280,000 natural gas customers across Manitoba. The company is dedicated to environmental stewardship, innovation, and delivering exceptional value to customers. It owns and operates an extensive network of stations, transmission lines, and distribution systems, making it a critical part of the province’s infrastructure. Manitoba Hydro also plays a key role in regional energy markets by exporting electricity to neighbouring provinces and U.S. states.

The Position:

In this strategic role, you will be responsible for overseeing complex power system planning studies that assess the performance, reliability, and security of Manitoba’s high-voltage transmission network. You will lead a team of engineers in conducting detailed simulations and analyses related to station interconnections, transmission service requests, and system expansions that impact the development of the provincial and interprovincial power grid. As a key technical authority, you will also contribute to regulatory compliance efforts, advise on infrastructure investment decisions, and collaborate with external stakeholders including neighbouring utilities and regulatory bodies. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with a deep understanding of power system operations and planning, strong analytical capabilities, and a proven ability to lead technical teams in delivering results that support long-term energy strategy and reliability objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Power System Planning & Study Execution

• Lead complex power system studies involving load flow, transient stability, fault analysis, and voltage stability using tools such as PSS/E and DSA PowerTools.
• Oversee simulation model development and ensure the accuracy of planning assumptions.
• Conduct impact studies for new stations and interconnections, and recommend system reinforcements or operational changes.

Regulatory & Tariff-Based Studies

• Lead Generator Interconnection Studies and Facility Studies under the Open Access Interconnection Tariff (OAIT).
• Conduct System Impact and Facility Studies for long-term firm Transmission Service Requests under the OATT or equivalent tariffs.
• Perform reliability assessments for compliance with NERC and Manitoba Hydro standards including CIP-014, PRC-012, and MH-TPL-007.

Stakeholder Engagement & Technical Leadership

• Present study findings to external stakeholders such as Transmission Operators and Owners.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Manitoba Hydro’s Transmission System Interconnection Requirements (TSIR).
• Represent Manitoba Hydro in technical working groups and committees, providing subject matter expertise in transmission planning and reliability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university; a Master’s degree or post-graduate coursework in power systems is an asset.
• 7+ years of related experience, including at least 3 years in high voltage AC/DC system analysis and planning, and 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba.
• Advanced knowledge of simulation tools such as PSS/E or DSA PowerTools and associated study methodologies.
• Familiarity with interconnection and transmission service request procedures and relevant planning standards.
• Working knowledge of control systems, protective relaying, and the electrical characteristics of transmission components.
• Programming skills (e.g., Python) and experience with electromagnetic transient programs (e.g., PSCAD/EMTDC) are assets.
• Knowledge of RTDS testing and RSCAD programming is an asset.

For more information, or to submit your resume, please reach out to Matt Erhard at Summit Search Group, [e-mail]

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