Directeur Ingenierie Mecanique / Manager - Mechanical engineering

Location: Varennes, Quebec, Canada Job ID: R0134571 Date Posted: 2026-08-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: **English to follow**

L’Opportunité

Le secteur des transformateurs d’Hitachi Energy est à l’avant-garde de la création d’un avenir énergétique plus durable, fiable et résilient. En tant que directeur de l’ingénierie mécanique, vous superviserez une équipe responsable de la conception, du développement et du soutien technique des produits de transformateurs tout en contribuant à l’exécution réussie des projets des clients et des initiatives technologiques futures. Relevant du directeur de l’ingénierie à l’usine de Varennes, vous gérerez les ressources d’ingénierie, guiderez les enquêtes techniques complexes et soutiendrez les activités de fabrication et les besoins des clients. Dans le cadre de vos fonctions, vous collaborerez avec les équipes d’ingénierie locales et mondiales, favoriserez l’amélioration des processus, soutiendrez la croissance de l’entreprise et contribuerez à la livraison de solutions d’ingénierie de grande qualité. Votre travail contribuera directement au rendement des produits, à la satisfaction des clients, à l’excellence opérationnelle et à l’expansion continue des capacités de fabrication des transformateurs à l’appui des infrastructures énergétiques essentielles.

Comment vous aurez un impact

Gérer l’équipe d’ingénierie mécanique qui soutient les projets des clients, les développements de produits futurs et les enquêtes techniques. Superviser les estimations techniques pour les projets à venir et présenter des recommandations à la haute direction et aux clients. Fournir des conseils et un soutien techniques aux équipes de fabrication et aux clients pour les aider à résoudre les problèmes d’ingénierie. Élaborer et mettre en œuvre des initiatives qui améliorent l’efficience opérationnelle, la rentabilité et la satisfaction de la clientèle. Soutenir la croissance de l’organisation d’ingénierie par l’encadrement, la planification de la main-d’œuvre et des initiatives de formation internes. Établir l’ordre de priorité, attribuer et surveiller les activités d’ingénierie pour s’assurer que les projets sont exécutés dans le respect du calendrier et du budget. Coordonner les ressources d’ingénierie dans plusieurs pays afin de fournir un soutien technique rapide et efficace. Mener des initiatives d’amélioration continue axées sur les processus d’ingénierie, la qualité et la réduction des coûts. Veiller au respect des règlements, procédures et lignes directrices externes et internes applicables.

Votre parcours

Le candidat doit déjà avoir une autorisation de travail qui lui permettrait de travailler pour Hitachi Energy au Canada. Expérience en génie mécanique combinée à un minimum de 15 ans d’expérience dans un environnement de fabrication. Excellentes aptitudes en communication et capacité à collaborer efficacement entre les équipes et les intervenants. Expérience éprouvée en gestion de personnel et capacité à guider et à former des équipes d’ingénierie. Solides compétences organisationnelles et capacité à gérer de multiples priorités dans un environnement dynamique. Bilinguisme (français et anglais) Souci des résultats, solides capacités de résolution de problèmes et courage managérial.

More About Us

In this role, you will collaborate with experienced professionals across the power industry while helping shape the future of transformer technology and manufacturing. 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. Attractive health and retirement benefits. Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy’s Transformer business is at the forefront of powering a more sustainable, reliable, and resilient energy future. As Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will oversee a team responsible for the design, development, and technical support of transformer products while contributing to the successful execution of customer projects and future technology initiatives. Reporting to the Engineering Manager at the Varennes facility, you will manage engineering resources, guide complex technical investigations, and support both manufacturing operations and customer needs. In this role, you will collaborate with local and global engineering teams, drive process improvements, support business growth, and help ensure the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions. Your work will directly contribute to product performance, customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and the continued expansion of transformer manufacturing capabilities in support of critical power infrastructure.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Manage the mechanical engineering team supporting customer projects, future product developments, and technical investigations. Oversee engineering estimates for upcoming projects and present recommendations to senior management and customers. Provide technical guidance and support to manufacturing teams and customers to help resolve engineering challenges. Develop and implement initiatives that improve operational efficiency, cost effectiveness, and customer satisfaction. Support the growth of the engineering organization through coaching, workforce planning, and internal training initiatives. Prioritize, assign, and monitor engineering activities to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. Coordinate engineering resources across multiple countries to provide timely and effective technical support. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on engineering processes, quality, and cost reduction. 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. Mechanical Engineering background combined with a minimum of 15 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders. Proven people management experience with the ability to guide and develop engineering teams. Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Bilingual in French and English. Results-oriented with sound problem-solving capabilities and managerial courage.

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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.

Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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