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Ingénieur en Systèmes d’Énergie / Power System Engineer - Main Circuit Design

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Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC, CAN
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Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC, CAN
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Defines and specifies main circuit equipment for HVDC converter stations and associated yards. Performs initial electrical studies, single-line drawings, rating calculations, and reliability, availability, and maintainability assessments. Translates customer requirements into engineering documentation, coordinates technical requirements across engineering teams, supports tenders and project execution, and contributes to HVDC control, protection, and system development activities.
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Location:

Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada

Job ID:

R0142197

Date Posted:

2026-08-19

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

English Follows*

L’opportunité

À titre d’ingénieur en systèmes d’énergie, vous participerez à la définition initiale et à la spécification électrique des équipements de circuit principal utilisés dans les postes de conversion HVDC et les installations associées, de la phase d’appel d’offres jusqu’à l’exécution des projets. Vous contribuerez à des activités telles que les études initiales, les schémas unifilaires, les calculs de base, les études de fiabilité, de disponibilité et de maintenabilité, les études d’évaluation ainsi que la définition des concepts de contrôle et de protection dans les systèmes HVDC. Le poste implique l’interprétation des exigences des clients et leur traduction en dessins d’ingénierie et en exigences techniques destinées aux équipes d’ingénierie collaborant avec le département de conception des circuits principaux. Vous participerez aux réunions de projet, présenterez des sujets liés à l’ingénierie et collaborerez avec des professionnels à travers différents projets et disciplines. Par votre contribution au développement et à l’exécution d’infrastructures HVDC, vous contribuerez à la performance, à la fiabilité et à l’évolution continue des systèmes de transport d’énergie.

Votre impact

  • Définir les spécifications électriques des équipements de circuit principal dans les postes de conversion HVDC.
  • Fournir un soutien technique pour les appels d’offres et les activités d’exécution de projets.
  • Réaliser des études initiales, élaborer des schémas unifilaires et effectuer des calculs de base.
  • Interpréter les spécifications des clients et les traduire en documentation d’ingénierie.
  • Coordonner les exigences techniques avec les équipes d’ingénierie collaborant avec le département de conception des circuits principaux.
  • Participer aux réunions de projet et présenter des sujets liés aux mandats d’ingénierie.
  • Maintenir un réseau de professionnels de l’ingénierie et partager les meilleures pratiques entre les projets et les disciplines.
  • Contribuer aux activités liées à la fiabilité, à la disponibilité, à la maintenabilité, aux études d’évaluation, aux concepts de contrôle et de protection ainsi qu’au développement des systèmes HVDC.
  • Responsable d’assurer la conformité aux réglementations, procédures et lignes directrices applicables, tant à l’interne qu’à l’externe.

Votre profil

  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in Canada.
  • Baccalauréat ou maîtrise en génie électrique, en génie des systèmes d’énergie électrique ou dans un domaine connexe.
  • Plus de 2 ans d’expérience dans la conception et la spécification d’équipements haute tension.
  • Expérience avec les équipements haute tension ou la réalisation d’études d’évaluation d’équipements haute tension.
  • Capacité à évoluer dans un environnement de travail international et multiculturel et à transformer les exigences des clients en livrables d’ingénierie.
  • Maîtrise de l’anglais, à l’oral et à l’écrit.
  • La connaissance du français constitue un atout.

En savoir plus sur nous

  • Assurances collectives complètes (médical, dentaire, vie et invalidité) et accès à un service de télémé-decine.
  • Régime de retraite avec contribution avantageuse de l’employeur.
  • Programme de bonification.
  • Programme d’aide aux employés et à la famille 24/7.
  • Programme de mise en forme et bien-être.
  • Politique de télétravail.

Vérification des antécédents et contrôles de sécurité

Dans le cadre de son processus de recrutement, Hitachi Energy effectue des vérifications préalables à l’embauche pouvant inclure la validation des antécédents professionnels, du parcours scolaire, du casier judiciaire ainsi que d’autres informations pertinentes, conformément aux lois applicables.

Pour certains postes, notamment ceux donnant accès à des informations sensibles, impliquant des responsabilités financières, l’accès à des données clients, des environnements réglementés ou des fonctions liées à la sécurité, des vérifications plus approfondies ou des contrôles de sécurité supplémentaires peuvent être requis. Ces vérifications peuvent inclure, sans s’y limiter, des contrôles renforcés des antécédents judiciaires, des vérifications de solvabilité (lorsque la loi le permet), des contrôles relatifs aux sanctions ainsi que d’autres mesures de diligence raisonnable adaptées aux responsabilités du poste.

La portée et l’étendue de toute vérification des antécédents ou de tout contrôle de sécurité seront déterminées en fonction de la nature du poste et des besoins légitimes de l’entreprise. Toutes les vérifications seront réalisées conformément aux lois et réglementations fédérales, provinciales, étatiques et locales applicables. Les candidats seront informés de toute vérification requise et, lorsque la loi l’exige, leur consentement sera obtenu avant le début de ces démarches.

The Opportunity

As a Power System Engineer, you will support the initial definition and electrical specification of main circuit equipment used in HVDC converter stations and associated yards, from the tender phase through project execution. You will contribute to activities such as initial studies, single line drawings, basic calculations, reliability, availability and maintainability studies, rating studies, and the definition of concepts for control and protection design within HVDC systems. The role involves interpreting customer requirements and translating them into engineering drawings and technical requirements for cross-functional engineering teams. You will participate in project meetings, present engineering-related topics, and collaborate with professionals across projects and disciplines. Through the development and execution of HVDC infrastructure, you will contribute to the performance, reliability, and ongoing advancement of power transmission systems.

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Define electrical specifications for main circuit equipment in HVDC converter stations.
  • Provide technical support for tenders and project execution activities.
  • Perform initial studies, develop single line drawings, and complete basic calculations.
  • Interpret customer specifications and translate requirements into engineering documentation.
  • Coordinate technical requirements with engineering teams interfacing with the Main Circuit Design department.
  • Participate in project meetings and present engineering assignment topics.
  • Maintain professional engineering networks and share engineering best practices across projects and disciplines.
  • Support reliability, availability, maintainability, rating, control, protection, and HVDC system development activities.
  • 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 or MSc degree in Electric Power Engineering or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience with the design and specification of high voltage equipment.
  • Experience working with high voltage equipment or performing studies related to the rating of high voltage equipment.
  • Ability to work within an international and multicultural environment and translate customer requirements into engineering deliverables.
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
  • French language capability is an asset.

More About Us

You will gain exposure to HVDC projects while collaborating with engineering teams across multiple disciplines and locations.

  • Work on innovative energy technologies supporting HVDC systems and power infrastructure projects.
  • Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering teams and project functions.
  • Access learning and development opportunities through project work and knowledge sharing.
  • Receive health and retirement benefits available to eligible employees.
  • Benefit from paid leave and workplace flexibility programs available within the organization.

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.


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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.

Hitachi Blainville, Québec, CAN Office

955 Michèle-Bohec Blvd., Suite 244, Blainville, Canada, J7C 5J6

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