Ingénieur en Systèmes d’Énergie / Power System Engineer - Equipment

Location: Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada

Job ID: R0149407

Date Posted: 2026-10-22

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The Opportunity

As a Power System Engineer, you will join the HVDC team in Montreal and support the definition and electrical specification of main circuit equipment used in HVDC converter stations and yards. Working from the tender phase through project execution, you will help establish technical requirements, evaluate supplier proposals, witness equipment testing, participate in site commissioning, and confirm that supplied equipment is fit for purpose. You will work directly with customers and suppliers while coordinating with system design, mechanical design, control, Supply Chain, and project teams to address technical problems within your scope. Your work with high-voltage equipment and continuous improvement will contribute to reliable HVDC infrastructure and ongoing innovation in power systems.

Your Impact

• Develop electrical specifications for main circuit equipment on projects with medium to high complexity.
• Define equipment requirements for HVDC converter stations and yards from tender through project execution.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to communicate and agree technical equipment requirements with potential suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and confirm supplied equipment is fit for purpose.
• Witness equipment tests and participate in commissioning activities on site.
• Coordinate with system design, mechanical design, and control teams on continuous improvement.
• Work directly with customers, suppliers, and project teams on technical coordination and problem solving.
• Attend project meetings, present engineering assignments, and share engineering best practices across projects and disciplines.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in Canada.
• Bachelor’s or MSc. degree in Electric Power Engineering or a similar field, with Professional Engineering competence.
• Previous work experience in a related area.
• Experience working with High Voltage Equipment or performing studies for the rating of high voltage equipment.
• Ability to simplify complex topics and apply creativity to problem solving.
• Fluency in written and spoken English to interact with various stakeholders; French is an asset.
• Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.
• Frequent communication with internal and external partners, customers, and stakeholders located outside Quebec.
• Knowledge of English, in addition to French, is required to fulfill the operational requirements of the role and ensure effective collaboration and client service.

Benefit

• Receive health and retirement benefits available to eligible employees.
• Benefit from paid leave and workplace flexibility programs available within the organization.
• Access learning and development opportunities through project work and knowledge sharing.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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About Us

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.