Senior Mechanical Engineer

We currently have an opening for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for this Hybrid role based out of Montreal, Québec.
Reporting to Engineering Manager in Quebec, the Mechanical Engineer is responsible for serving as the project lead and/or project manager to carry out assignments associated primarily in mechanical engineering in support of our generating station equipment and facilities. Work assignments will include projects at our assets located throughout Canada. Our ideal candidate possesses the experience, passion and energy to be a driving force in our continued evolution to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid to meet the clean energy needs of tomorrow.
Our total compensation package also includes a competitive bonus plus comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, retirement savings with company match, life insurance, disability benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, health and wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, scholarship program, employee referral bonus, volunteer time off benefit, charitable gift match program and more.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Provide leadership for assigned CAPEX projects;
Provide support on maintenance projects;
Perform engineering design and analysis work for modifications to existing plant equipment and for new plant equipment;
Respond to requests for engineering/technical assistance from other departments;
Prepare and/orreview technical studies and reports;
Prepare job specifications, RFPs and evaluate proposals for contractor and consultant services and/or equipment purchases;
Coordinate personnel, develop schedules, and evaluate work plans required to support engineering assignments;
Provide oversight of contractors and consultants working on assigned projects;
Develop a thorough understanding of generating station principles of operation and maintenance as required to successfully inspect facility equipment;
Perform periodic inspections to evaluate the condition of facility equipment;
Ensure assignments meet quality standards, regulatory requirements and are completed on time and within budget;
Prepare mechanical designs on limited scope projects;
Comply with all policies and procedures;
Performs othertasks as assigned.
Job Qualifications / Skills
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in mechanical engineering (required);
7+ years of experience in renewable energy generation (wind or solar preferred);
Experience in power plant systems, electro-mechanical component design, and project management;
Experience performing analyses during the due diligence phase of M&A transactions.
Registered Professional Engineer designation (OIQ) (required);
French is required;
English is an asset.
High standard of technical competence;
Working knowledge of industry codes, standards, and general engineering practices;
Ability to analyze information, determine relevant facts, and make decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner;
Strong initiative and the ability to work with minimum supervision;
Proven abilityto effectively manage and prioritize multiple ongoing projects;
Strong writtenand verbal communication skills;
Prior experience providing guidance in relevant technical areas;
Proficient useof Microsoft Office Suite of programs, AutoCAD and other discipline related software applications;
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