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Varennes, QC, CAN
Senior level
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Varennes, QC, CAN
Senior level
Serves as the senior technical authority for power transformer engineering. Leads complex technical analyses, design optimization, manufacturability improvements, cost-reduction initiatives, risk assessments, test-failure investigations, and corrective actions. Provides technical guidance to customers and multidisciplinary teams, negotiates requirements, supports equipment and supplier qualification, mentors engineering and production staff, and assists manufacturing operations. Requires extensive power transformer expertise, electrical engineering education, 15–20 years of industry experience, and French and advanced English proficiency.
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Location:

Varennes, Quebec, Canada

Job ID:

R0143265

Date Posted:

2026-08-28

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

**English to follow**

L'opportunité

Joignez-vous à Hitachi Energy et jouez un rôle clé dans l'évolution technologique de nos transformateurs de puissance. À titre de spécialiste technique principal, vous agirez comme référence technique au sein de l'organisation et exercerez une influence importante sur l'orientation, l'innovation et l'amélioration continue de nos activités d'ingénierie des transformateurs.

Vous collaborerez avec des équipes multidisciplinaires, des clients et des partenaires internes afin de résoudre des enjeux techniques complexes, d'optimiser les conceptions, de soutenir les initiatives stratégiques de réduction des coûts et d'assurer la compétitivité de nos produits sur le marché mondial. Votre expertise contribuera directement à l'excellence opérationnelle, à l'innovation et à la satisfaction de nos clients.

Comment vous aurez un impact
  • Agir à titre de référence technique et de porte-parole de l'organisation pour les questions liées aux transformateurs de puissance.
  • Fournir des conseils techniques et stratégiques aux différentes unités d'affaires, aux équipes multidisciplinaires et aux clients.
  • Soutenir les clients internes et externes en dirigeant des réunions techniques, en présentant des analyses et en recommandant les prochaines étapes.
  • Négocier les exigences techniques avec les clients et évaluer les concessions techniques lorsque requis.
  • Réaliser des études techniques et des analyses visant à optimiser les conceptions et à faciliter la fabrication.
  • Diriger et mettre en œuvre des initiatives de réduction des coûts en conception et en fabrication afin de générer des économies de matériaux et de main-d'œuvre.
  • Participer aux revues de conception et recommander des améliorations techniques et opérationnelles.
  • Maintenir une connaissance approfondie des nouvelles technologies et des tendances du marché afin de soutenir la vision d'innovation de Hitachi Energy.
  • Développer du matériel de formation et assurer le mentorat des ingénieurs et du personnel de production.
  • Soutenir l'introduction de nouveaux équipements, matériaux et fournisseurs en identifiant les exigences critiques nécessaires aux processus de qualification et de validation.
  • Diriger les enquêtes liées aux défaillances d'essais et aux problématiques techniques en collaboration avec les équipes d'ingénierie, de qualité, de production et d'essais.
  • Identifier les causes fondamentales, recommander des actions correctives et proposer des solutions techniques durables.
  • Soutenir les opérations manufacturières en répondant aux questions concernant les écarts, la complexité des conceptions et les clarifications techniques.
  • Réaliser des analyses de risques techniques et contribuer aux processus décisionnels stratégiques.
Votre profil
  • Le candidat doit déjà détenir une autorisation de travail valide lui permettant de travailler pour Hitachi Energy au Canada.
  • Baccalauréat en génie électrique.
  • De 15 à 20 années d'expérience dans l'industrie des transformateurs, idéalement dans le domaine des transformateurs de puissance.
  • Une combinaison équivalente de formation, d'expérience et de réalisations démontrées pourra être considérée.
  • Expertise approfondie en conception, fabrication et performance des transformateurs de puissance.
  • Solides compétences en résolution de problèmes complexes, analyse technique et gestion des risques.
  • Expérience démontrée en leadership technique et en influence auprès de parties prenantes multidisciplinaires.
  • Excellentes aptitudes en communication et en présentation auprès de clients et d'équipes internes.
  • Capacité à gérer simultanément plusieurs dossiers techniques complexes dans un environnement manufacturier.
  • Maîtrise du français et niveau avancé d'anglais.
En savoir plus sur nous

Dans ce rôle, vous aurez l'occasion de contribuer directement aux technologies qui soutiennent l'avenir des réseaux électriques mondiaux.

  • Participer au développement de solutions innovantes pour le secteur de l'énergie.
  • Collaborer avec des experts reconnus mondialement dans le domaine des transformateurs de puissance.
  • Travailler sur des projets stratégiques à forte visibilité et à fort impact.
  • Accéder à des programmes de formation continue et de développement professionnel.
  • Profiter d'avantages sociaux et d'un régime de retraite concurrentiels.
  • Évoluer dans un environnement favorisant l'innovation, la collaboration et l'excellence technique.

Seuls les candidats retenus seront contactés.

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and play a key role in advancing the technology and performance of our power transformer business. As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will serve as a recognized technical authority within the organization, influencing the direction, innovation, and continuous improvement of transformer engineering activities.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and business stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges, optimize product designs, support strategic cost reduction initiatives, and strengthen the competitiveness of our products in the global marketplace. Your expertise will directly contribute to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Serve as the organization's technical focal point and spokesperson on matters related to power transformers.
  • Provide technical and business guidance to internal stakeholders, business units, and customers.
  • Support internal and external customers by leading technical meetings, presenting analyses, and recommending next steps.
  • Negotiate technical requirements and concessions with customers when required.
  • Conduct technical studies and analyses to optimize product designs and improve manufacturability.
  • Lead and execute cost reduction initiatives within design and manufacturing processes to achieve material and labor savings.
  • Participate in engineering design reviews and recommend technical and operational improvements.
  • Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry trends aligned with Hitachi Energy's strategic vision.
  • Develop training materials and mentor engineers and production personnel.
  • Support the introduction of new equipment, materials, and suppliers by identifying critical requirements for qualification and validation activities.
  • Lead test failure investigations and technical troubleshooting efforts in collaboration with engineering, quality, testing, and production teams.
  • Identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and implement sustainable technical solutions.
  • Support manufacturing operations by providing guidance on deviations, design complexity, and technical clarifications.
  • Perform technical risk assessments and contribute to key engineering and business decisions.
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.
  • 15 to 20 years of experience within the transformer industry, ideally in Large Power Transformers.
  • An equivalent combination of education, experience, and demonstrated accomplishments may be considered.
  • Extensive expertise in the design, manufacturing, and performance of power transformers.
  • Strong problem-solving, technical analysis, and risk assessment capabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and influence decision-making across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with both customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex technical priorities within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in French and advanced English required.
More About Us

In this role, you will have the opportunity to directly contribute to technologies that support the future of global power networks.

  • Work on innovative solutions that shape the future of energy.
  • Collaborate with recognized industry experts in power transformer technology.
  • Participate in strategic, high-impact projects with global visibility.
  • Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Enjoy competitive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
  • Thrive in a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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.

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