At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic projects to enhance industrial facilities and improve safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join Hitachi Energy, a leader in sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: 100% employer-paid health insurance, retirement plan, and exclusive employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative projects while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5-10 years of manufacturing experience required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Location: Varennes, Quebec, Canada
Job ID: R0111747
Date Posted: 2025-11-18
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.
Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No
Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, we are shaping a sustainable energy future for all. As a Mechanical Engineering Project Manager, you will lead strategic projects aimed at improving our industrial facilities and enhancing the safety and efficiency of processes. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and subcontractors while developing your skills in project management and continuous improvement. If you enjoy taking on challenges and contributing to innovative solutions, this opportunity is for you.
Impact
- Lead and manage projects.
- Coordinate and supervise work teams (subcontractors, suppliers, unionized employees).
- Draft technical specifications and participate in machine safety analyses.
- Apply continuous improvement methods to optimize solutions.
- Organize tenders for the purchase, installation, or modernization of heavy equipment.
- Prepare investment requests (Capex).
- Assess project risks and make decisions on their viability.
- Design parts and tooling using CAD software (Inventor, CREO).
- Collaborate with operators and maintenance staff on improvement projects.
- Participate in machine modifications to increase safety or efficiency.
- Responsible for compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Background
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automated Production, or Industrial Engineering.
- Member of the OIQ (Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec).
- Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in the manufacturing sector.
- Strong project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with mechanical industrial installations (platforms, presses, lifting equipment).
- Proficiency in French and English.
- Skilled in Autocad, Inventor, Creo, or other CAD software.
- Leadership in implementing new improvement solutions.
- Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
- Leadership, autonomy, ownership, and initiative.
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in Canada.
Benefits
- Health: 100% employer-paid group insurance.
- Financial Wellbeing: Retirement plan, reimbursement of OIQ fees, bonus system.
- Quality of Life: Employee assistance program, exclusive discounts, cafeteria, EV charging stations, accessible by bus.
- Work Environment: Safe, clean, and quiet workplace.
Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Disability Accommodations
Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
Company Vision
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.
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Contact Details:
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. Recruitment Team
