English section of this bilingual listing.
The Opportunity
Join Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business and play a key role in delivering critical electrical infrastructure that supports reliable, safe, and efficient power systems. As a Project Lead Engineer, you will provide technical direction for complex HV/MV substation projects throughout the full project lifecycle, from proposal development and engineering design through construction and commissioning. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you will help solve technical challenges, coordinate engineering activities, and support the delivery of solutions that meet customer requirements, industry standards, and Canadian regulatory expectations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to brownfield modernization projects, grid expansion initiatives, and new substation developments. Your work will have a direct impact on power system reliability, asset performance, and the successful delivery of major projects across Canada and internationally.
How You'll Make An Impact
- Lead engineering activities during proposal, design, construction, and commissioning phases of HV/MV substation projects.
- Develop system designs including single-line diagrams, layouts, grounding systems, and bills of materials.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities to support successful project execution.
- Review and validate subcontractor proposals to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
- Assess project risks and opportunities and recommend solutions that improve safety, quality, and cost performance.
- Support site, installation, and commissioning teams by resolving engineering and technical issues.
- Evaluate existing equipment and infrastructure for modernization and brownfield project requirements.
- Perform technical and constructability reviews to ensure designs meet project objectives and customer expectations.
- 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 Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
- Minimum of 8 years of HV/MV substation engineering experience.
- EPC project experience is considered an asset.
- Solid knowledge of HV substation equipment and design calculations.
- Experience developing single-line diagrams, grounding systems, and substation layouts.
- Proficiency in English and French, spoken and written.
- Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
More About Us
- At Hitachi Energy, you'll have the opportunity to work on advanced grid technologies, collaborate with experienced industry professionals, and continue developing your technical and professional capabilities while contributing to projects that support the evolving energy landscape.
- 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 group insurance including medical, dental, life, and disability coverage, along with access to telemedicine services.
- Pension plan with employer contributions.
- Employee and family assistance program available 24/7.
- Wellness and fitness programs.
- 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.
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Location:
Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Job ID
R0143599
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 Intégration de Hitachi Energy et contribuez à la réalisation d’infrastructures électriques essentielles qui soutiennent un réseau énergétique fiable, sécuritaire et performant. À titre d’Ingénieur principal de projet, vous assurerez l’orientation technique de projets complexes de postes haute et moyenne tension tout au long de leur cycle de vie, de l’élaboration des propositions jusqu’à la conception, la construction et la mise en service. Vous travaillerez au sein d’équipes multidisciplinaires afin de relever des défis techniques, coordonner les activités d’ingénierie et soutenir la livraison de solutions conformes aux exigences des clients, des normes de l’industrie et des réglementations canadiennes. Ce rôle offre l’occasion de contribuer à la modernisation d’infrastructures existantes, à des projets d’expansion du réseau et à de nouvelles installations stratégiques. Votre travail aura un impact direct sur la fiabilité du réseau électrique, la performance des systèmes énergétiques et la réussite de projets majeurs réalisés partout au Canada et à l’international.
Votre impact
- Diriger les activités d’ingénierie durant les phases de proposition, de conception, de construction et de mise en service.
- Développer les conceptions de systèmes, notamment les schémas unifilaires, plans d’implantation, réseaux de mise à la terre et nomenclatures de matériel.
- Coordonner les activités d’ingénierie multidisciplinaires afin de soutenir la réalisation des projets.
- Examiner et valider les soumissions des sous-traitants afin d’assurer leur exactitude technique et leur conformité au périmètre du projet.
- Évaluer les risques et les opportunités et recommander des solutions favorisant la sécurité, la qualité et la maîtrise des coûts.
- Soutenir les équipes de chantier, d’installation et de mise en service dans la résolution d’enjeux techniques.
- Évaluer les équipements et infrastructures existants dans le cadre de projets de modernisation et d’agrandissement.
- Réaliser des revues techniques et de constructibilité afin de garantir l’atteinte des objectifs du projet.
- Responsable d’assurer la conformité aux réglementations, procédures et directives applicables, tant internes qu’externes.
Votre expérience
- Le candidat doit déjà détenir une autorisation de travail lui permettant de travailler pour Hitachi Energy au Canada.
- Baccalauréat en génie électrique.
- Titre d’ingénieur professionnel (P.Eng.) au Canada.
- Minimum de 8 années d’expérience en ingénierie de postes haute et moyenne tension.
- Expérience dans des projets EPC considérée comme un atout.
- Excellente connaissance des équipements de postes haute tension et des calculs de conception associés.
- Expérience dans la conception de schémas unifilaires, systèmes de mise à la terre et configurations de postes électriques.
- Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais, à l’oral comme à l’écrit.
- Disponibilité pour voyager jusqu’à 30 % au Canada et à l’international.
Plus d’informations sur nous
- Chez Hitachi Energy, vous aurez l’occasion de travailler sur des technologies avancées du réseau électrique, de collaborer avec des professionnels expérimentés de l’industrie et de poursuivre votre développement professionnel tout en contribuant à des projets qui soutiennent l’évolution du secteur énergétique.
- Opportunités de travailler sur des technologies novatrices qui façonnent l’avenir de l’énergie.
- Environnement collaboratif réunissant des professionnels expérimentés du secteur de l’énergie.
- Accès à des plateformes d’apprentissage et à des programmes de développement de carrière.
- Régimes compétitifs de soins de santé et d’épargne-retraite.
- Congés payés et modalités de travail flexibles.
- Régime complet d’assurance collective comprenant les soins médicaux, dentaires, l’assurance vie et l’assurance invalidité ainsi qu’un accès à des services de télémédecine.
- Régime de retraite avec contribution de l’employeur.
- Programme d’aide aux employés et à leur famille disponible 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7.
- Programmes de santé et de mieux-être.
- Politique de travail hybride.
Vérifications des antécédents et enquêtes de sécurité
- Dans le cadre du processus d’embauche, Hitachi Energy effectue des vérifications préalables à l’emploi pouvant inclure la validation des antécédents professionnels, de la formation, des dossiers criminels et d’autres renseignements pertinents, conformément aux lois applicables.
- Pour certains postes, notamment ceux impliquant l’accès à des renseignements sensibles, des responsabilités financières, des données clients, des environnements réglementés ou des fonctions liées à la sécurité, des vérifications additionnelles ou plus approfondies peuvent être requises. Celles-ci peuvent inclure, sans s’y limiter, des vérifications criminelles renforcées, des vérifications de crédit (lorsque la loi le permet), des contrôles relatifs aux sanctions ou d’autres mesures de diligence raisonnable adaptées aux responsabilités du poste.
- La portée et la profondeur de toute vérification d’antécédents ou enquête de sécurité seront déterminées en fonction de la nature du poste et des exigences de l’entreprise, et seront toujours réalisées conformément aux lois fédérales, provinciales et locales applicables. Les candidats seront informés et, lorsque requis, invités à fournir leur consentement avant le lancement de toute vérification.
The Opportunity
Join Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business and play a key role in delivering critical electrical infrastructure that supports reliable, safe, and efficient power systems. As a Project Lead Engineer, you will provide technical direction for complex HV/MV substation projects throughout the full project lifecycle, from proposal development and engineering design through construction and commissioning. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you will help solve technical challenges, coordinate engineering activities, and support the delivery of solutions that meet customer requirements, industry standards, and Canadian regulatory expectations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to brownfield modernization projects, grid expansion initiatives, and new substation developments. Your work will have a direct impact on power system reliability, asset performance, and the successful delivery of major projects across Canada and internationally.
How You'll Make An Impact
- Lead engineering activities during proposal, design, construction, and commissioning phases of HV/MV substation projects.
- Develop system designs including single-line diagrams, layouts, grounding systems, and bills of materials.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities to support successful project execution.
- Review and validate subcontractor proposals to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
- Assess project risks and opportunities and recommend solutions that improve safety, quality, and cost performance.
- Support site, installation, and commissioning teams by resolving engineering and technical issues.
- Evaluate existing equipment and infrastructure for modernization and brownfield project requirements.
- Perform technical and constructability reviews to ensure designs meet project objectives and customer expectations.
- 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 Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
- Minimum of 8 years of HV/MV substation engineering experience.
- EPC project experience is considered an asset.
- Solid knowledge of HV substation equipment and design calculations.
- Experience developing single-line diagrams, grounding systems, and substation layouts.
- Proficiency in English and French, spoken and written.
- Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
More About Us
- At Hitachi Energy, you'll have the opportunity to work on advanced grid technologies, collaborate with experienced industry professionals, and continue developing your technical and professional capabilities while contributing to projects that support the evolving energy landscape.
- 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 group insurance including medical, dental, life, and disability coverage, along with access to telemedicine services.
- Pension plan with employer contributions.
- Employee and family assistance program available 24/7.
- Wellness and fitness programs.
- 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. 
