Ingénieur·e principal·e (Postes électriques) / Primary Engineer (Substations)

Location: Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada

Job ID: R0146167

Date Posted: 2026-10-01

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: English Follows*

L'opportunité Joignez-vous à l'équipe Grid Integration d'Hitachi Énergie à titre d'Ingénieur principal (Postes électriques). Dans ce rôle, vous contribuerez à la conception et à la réalisation de projets de postes électriques AIS et GIS à haute tension qui soutiennent la fiabilité, la sécurité et la modernisation du réseau électrique au Canada. En participant aux phases d'offre, d'ingénierie et de construction, vous développerez des conceptions électromécaniques, coordonnerez les activités d'ingénierie et collaborerez avec les clients, entrepreneurs, fournisseurs d'équipement et équipes multidisciplinaires. Votre travail contribuera directement à la réalisation d'infrastructures de transport d'énergie essentielles, permettant aux services publics et aux clients industriels d'améliorer la performance du réseau tout en respectant les plus hauts standards de qualité, de sécurité et d'exécution. Ce poste offre l'occasion d'élargir votre expertise technique, de relever des défis complexes et de participer à des projets qui façonnent l'avenir du réseau électrique.

Votre impact

• Fournir des services d'ingénierie pour des projets de postes électriques AIS et GIS durant les phases d'offre, de conception et de construction.

• Produire des livrables électromécaniques, notamment des schémas unifilaires, plans d'aménagement, systèmes de mise à la terre, services auxiliaires, chemins de câbles et nomenclatures.

• Développer des solutions techniques pour des projets complexes liés aux postes électriques et aux infrastructures de transport d'énergie.

• Coordonner les activités d'ingénierie et collaborer avec des équipes multidisciplinaires afin d'assurer la réussite des projets.

• Réaliser des revues techniques des livrables en mettant l'accent sur la qualité, la constructibilité, la fiabilité et l'optimisation des coûts.

• Préparer les échéanciers d'ingénierie, les plans de travail et les estimations de coûts afin de soutenir l'exécution des projets.

• Fournir un soutien technique lors des essais, de l'installation, des essais en usine et de la mise en service.

• Collaborer directement avec les clients, entrepreneurs, fournisseurs et partenaires internes afin de résoudre des enjeux techniques et de répondre aux exigences des projets.

• Responsable d'assurer la conformité aux règlements, procédures et directives applicables, tant à l'interne qu'à l'externe.

Votre profil

• Le candidat ou la candidate doit déjà disposer d'une autorisation de travail lui permettant de travailler pour Hitachi Énergie au Canada.

• Baccalauréat en génie mécanique ou en génie électrique.

• De 4 à 8 ans d'expérience pertinente.

• Membre de l'OIQ ou d'un ordre professionnel d'ingénieurs reconnu dans une autre province canadienne.

• Connaissance du Code canadien de l'électricité, du National Electrical Code ainsi que des normes ANSI/IEEE.

• Expérience en conception d'installations, particulièrement dans le domaine des postes électriques de transport à haute tension.

• Expérience sur des projets de postes AIS et/ou GIS.

• Maîtrise du BIM, d'Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) et de Revit pour la modélisation 3D.

• Maîtrise du français et de l'anglais.

En savoir plus sur nous

• Chez Hitachi Énergie, vous aurez l'occasion de travailler sur des technologies avancées du secteur énergétique, de collaborer avec des professionnels expérimentés et de poursuivre votre développement grâce à des projets d'infrastructure d'envergure.

• Possibilités de travailler sur des technologies innovatrices qui façonnent l'avenir de l'énergie

• Environnement collaboratif regroupant des professionnels expérimentés de l'industrie électrique

• Accès à des plateformes d'apprentissage et à des programmes de développement de carrière

• Avantages sociaux et régime de retraite concurrentiels

• Congés payés et modalités de travail flexibles

• Assurance collective complète (médicale, dentaire, vie et invalidité)

• Régime de retraite avec contribution de l'employeur

• Programme d'aide aux employés et à leur famille

• Programmes de mieux-être et de condition physique

• Programme de bonification

• Politique de travail hybride

Background Screening and Security Checks

• As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

• For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

• The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

The Opportunity Join Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business as a Primary Engineer (Substations). In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of high-voltage AIS and GIS substation projects that support the reliability, safety, and modernization of the power grid across Canada. Working through proposal, engineering, and construction phases, you will develop electro-mechanical designs, coordinate engineering activities, and collaborate with customers, contractors, equipment suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams. Your work will directly support critical transmission infrastructure projects, helping utilities and industrial customers improve grid performance while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and project execution. This is an opportunity to expand your technical expertise, work on complex engineering challenges, and contribute to projects that help power communities and industries across Canada.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Provide engineering services for AIS and GIS substation projects throughout proposal, design, and construction phases.

• Develop electro-mechanical engineering deliverables including single-line diagrams, layouts, grounding systems, station service designs, raceway systems, and bills of materials.

• Support the development of engineering solutions for complex substation and transmission infrastructure projects.

• Coordinate engineering activities and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support successful project execution.

• Review engineering deliverables for technical quality, constructability, reliability, and cost effectiveness.

• Prepare engineering schedules, work plans, and cost estimates to support on-time project delivery.

• Provide technical support during testing, installation, factory acceptance testing, and commissioning activities.

• Work directly with customers, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to address technical challenges and project requirements.

• 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 degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

• 4-8 years of relevant experience.

• Member of OIQ or licensed with an engineering association in another Canadian province.

• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, National Electrical Code, and ANSI/IEEE requirements.

• Experience in plant design, particularly involving high-voltage transmission substation solutions.

• Experience supporting AIS and/or GIS substation engineering projects.

• Proficiency in BIM, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), and Revit 3D modeling.

• Fluent in both French and English.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll gain exposure to advanced grid technologies, collaborate with experienced professionals across the power industry, and have opportunities to continue developing your technical and professional capabilities.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy

• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry

• Access to learning platforms and career development programs

• Competitive health and retirement benefits

• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

• Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage

• Pension plan with employer contributions

• Employee and family assistance program

• Fitness and wellness programs

• Performance bonus program

• Hybrid work arrangements

Background Screening and Security Checks

• As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

• For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

• The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation 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.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.