Technical Assembly Specialist

Technical Assistant
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.

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.

We are seeking a Technical Assistant to join our Generation Design Department. Under limited supervision of a Professional Engineer or Senior Technical Support staff, prepare, modify, archive and work with engineering drawings, to support procurement and construction of structural systems within Hydro and Thermal generating stations.

Prepare engineering drawings for Hydro and Thermal Generating Station systems from marked-up drawings, notes, sketches, or information supplied.
Prepare 2D drawing packages in accordance with Corporate and Departmental standards or specified instructions.
Provide technical review of as-built drawings.
Prepare drawings and technical documents for e-sealing by Professional Engineers.
Release, modify, issue, archive and distribute drawings and technical documents per established procedures.
Adheres and ensures the adherence of others to drafting processes, procedures, and standards.
Resolves complex issues related to EDMS, and AutoCAD.
Maintain working relationships with other departments for correlation of design data and drawing preparation.
Train junior drafting staff and review of drafting work.
Contribute to the development & documentation of departmental drafting standards and procedures.
Make occasional field trips to collect design information and to ensure conformance with designs.

Grade 12 education plus a one year certificate from a college of recognized standing in Drafting/CAD (or equivalent), and three years of directly related drafting experience.
Demonstrated proficiency using AutoCAD to produce 2D engineering drawings for structural systems such as structural steel and reinforced concrete.
Reinforced concrete drawings including bar designations, standard reinforcing steel detailing, and reinforcing steel schedules.
Preparation of material and quantity take-offs.
Working knowledge of document management systems and various software and hardware related to drawing production and management.
Demonstrated ability in the assembly and interpretation of technical data.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to carry out projects to successful completion on schedule, with minimum supervision.
Capable of training junior personnel and communicating effectively with others.
Knowledge or experience with 3D structural modelling will be considered an asset.
Required to travel by all modes of transportation i.e., air, land, and water.
Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.

The range for the classification is $34.73-$48.04 Hourly, $66,553.76-$92,054.04 Annually.

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. Ready to join a team that energizes Manitoba and puts safety, innovation, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do? Visit to learn more about this position and to apply online.

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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