Hydraulic Engineer (22-Month Term)

Hydraulic Engineer (22-Month Term)

Winnipeg, MB

Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are 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 champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.

Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
• Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and community.

Position Overview:

Under the consultative direction of the Hydraulic Licensing & Support Section Head, will undertake water resources assignments related to Manitoba Hydro's operations. These assignments may include licence maintenance, maintenance and implementation of NFA & FN agreements, reservoir management, mathematical and hydrological modeling. This is a term position with an approximate duration of 22 months.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct engineering studies, prepare position papers/briefing notes and communication materials required to support and maintain appropriate relations with other departments, external agencies, and other users of Manitoba Hydro affected waterways.
• Perform duties required for maintaining licences under provincial and federal acts (Water Power Act, Water Rights Act, Canadian Navigable Waters Act, Environment Act, etc).
• Perform duties required for implementation of Predetermined Compensation Agreements.
• Scope and carry out engineering studies, perform non-routine calculations and prepare reports related to reservoir management, the development of operating guidelines and licence maintenance.
• Initiate field trips to confirm that office recommendations are consistent with field conditions.
• Act as a line advocate for or participate in Corporate R&D projects. 

Qualifications:

• Graduate in Civil Engineering from a University of recognized standing with a minimum of six years of related experience.
• Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a specified amount of time).
• Working experience in water resources and/or hydraulic engineering.
• Post graduate studies in hydraulics or water resource engineering would be an asset.
• Possess advanced knowledge of computers and computer programming including the use of spreadsheets, database, word processing and presentation software.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and hydrologic models would be an asset.
• Requires a strong, but pleasant and tactful personality to deal effectively with staff and junior officials of the Corporation and outside agencies.
• Be willing to travel by all modes of transportation.
• Possess and maintain a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence with appropriate class. 

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $48.74-$67.29 Hourly, $93,398.24-$128,947.78 Annually.

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Note: This employment opportunity is advertised on Manitoba Hydro's career website, and all candidates wishing to apply must do so using our online application system. 

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Application deadline: JULY 10, 2026.

We appreciate your interest in Manitoba Hydro and thank all applicants. Only those selected for the next stage of the selection process will be contacted.

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