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Assign issues to designers and developers, and track the status through the completion * Ensure our clients are pleased and project team members are engaged * Provide insights and suggestions to the ...

Assign issues to designers and developers, and track the status through the completion * Ensure our clients are pleased and project team members are engaged * Provide insights and suggestions to the ...

Project Manager, Mining Industry Are you a project manager who has worked for a consulting engineering company or industrial manufacturer with at least a five years' experience under your belt? Would ...

Professional Engineer (P Eng) and PMP are considered strong assets; * Must have 20+ years ... Proven track record interfacing with senior management on project/program performance, bid ...

Professional Engineer (P Eng) and PMP are considered strong assets; * Must have 20+ years ... Proven track record interfacing with senior management on project/program performance, bid ...

Professional Engineer (P Eng) and PMP are considered strong assets; * Must have 20+ years ... Proven track record interfacing with senior management on project/program performance, bid ...

Professional Engineer (P Eng) and PMP are considered strong assets; * Must have 20+ years ... Proven track record interfacing with senior management on project/program performance, bid ...

Ensure communication throughout the development process between the supplier, the engineering team ... Manage financial data such as project margins for projects under your responsibility. * Contribute ...

Ensure communication throughout the development process between the supplier, the engineering team ... Manage financial data such as project margins for projects under your responsibility. * Contribute ...

Reporting to the Sr. Project Manager, the Project Manager will be responsible for the successful ... Education to include Engineering, Construction Project Management etc. or combination of technical ...

Ensure communication throughout the development process between the supplier, the engineering team ... Manage financial data such as project margins for projects under your responsibility. Contribute to ...

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How much do senior project engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior project engineer in Quebec is $101,674.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $114,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Project Engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Senior Project Engineer, you need a strong background in engineering principles, project management, and relevant industry experience—often supported by a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Primavera), CAD tools, and industry-specific standards is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring successful project delivery, team coordination, and compliance with technical and safety standards.

What are some common challenges Senior Project Engineers face when managing cross-functional teams?

Senior Project Engineers often oversee projects that require collaboration among diverse teams such as design, procurement, and construction. A common challenge is aligning different priorities and communication styles, which can lead to misunderstandings or delays. To overcome this, Senior Project Engineers use strong leadership and organizational skills, facilitating clear communication and establishing structured workflows. Building trust and fostering a collaborative environment are essential for ensuring all team members work toward shared objectives and project milestones.

What are Senior Project Engineers?

Senior Project Engineers are experienced professionals responsible for overseeing and managing complex engineering projects from conception to completion. They coordinate between various teams, ensure project milestones are met, and address technical challenges that arise during the project lifecycle. Senior Project Engineers also play a key role in budgeting, quality assurance, and maintaining safety standards. Their expertise ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet the required specifications.

What is the difference between Senior Project Engineer vs Project Engineer?

AspectSenior Project EngineerProject Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, 5+ years experience, professional engineering license often preferredBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 1-3 years experience
Work EnvironmentLeading project teams, overseeing multiple phases, coordinating with clients and vendorsAssisting in project planning, executing tasks under supervision, supporting senior staff
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, infrastructure projectsConstruction, civil engineering, industrial projects

Senior Project Engineers typically have more experience, advanced certifications, and leadership responsibilities compared to Project Engineers. They oversee entire projects, coordinate teams, and liaise with clients, whereas Project Engineers focus on supporting project execution under supervision. The roles are distinct but interconnected within engineering and construction industries.

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Infographic showing various Senior Project Engineer job openings in Quebec as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,674 per year, or $48.9 per hour.
ingenieur de projet - Amelioration continue / Project Engineer - Continuous improvement

ingenieur de projet - Amelioration continue / Project Engineer - Continuous improvement

Hitachi

Varennes, QC

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Location:

Varennes, Quebec, Canada

Job ID:

R0122240

Date Posted:

2026-03-16

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

English to follow

L'Opportunite

A titre d'ingenieur de projet principal qui soutient la fabrication de grands transformateurs de puissance, vous contribuerez a ameliorer le rendement, la competitivite et le succes a long terme de l'installation de Varennes. Votre travail contribue directement a l'efficacite, a la fiabilite et a la modernisation continue de la conception et de la fabrication des transformateurs, elements fondamentaux qui soutiennent la stabilite et l'avancement du reseau electrique. Dans ce role, vous dirigerez les initiatives d'ingenierie de la valeur, cernerez les occasions de reduction des couts et de productivite et soutiendrez l'introduction de nouveaux produits, technologies et composants. Vous travaillerez en etroite collaboration avec les equipes des operations de l'usine, de l'ingenierie de l'Amerique du Nord et des equipes techniques mondiales pour offrir des solutions pretes a la fabrication qui rehaussent la qualite et l'excellence operationnelle. Ce poste vous donne l'occasion d'executer des projets d'ingenierie de bout en bout, d'ameliorer la manufacturabilite et de contribuer a faconner l'orientation future de la conception et de la production des transformateurs.

Comment vous aurez un impact

  • Appliquer des pratiques d'ingenierie de la valeur pour accroitre la valeur pour le client, reduire les couts et ameliorer la rentabilite des offres de produits existantes.

  • Determiner et favoriser les ameliorations de la productivite a l'aide des methodes de conception pour la fabrication et l'assemblage (DFMA).

  • Elaborer et presenter des analyses de rentabilite axees sur les donnees qui appuient les initiatives de reduction des couts et les ameliorations techniques.

  • Gerer les projets d'ingenierie, de la conception a la mise en uvre, en travaillant de facon autonome et au sein d'equipes interfonctionnelles.

  • Faire le suivi des progres, des risques et des resultats du projet et en rendre compte, en veillant a ce que les repercussions sur les activites soient prises en compte a chaque etape du projet.

  • Collaborer avec les ingenieurs de projet, les ingenieurs de valeur et les specialistes techniques de l'Amerique du Nord et des equipes mondiales pour renforcer les pratiques de conception et partager les lecons apprises.

  • Collaborer avec les equipes d'exploitation de l'usine pour s'assurer que les changements techniques peuvent etre manufactures, rentables et conformes aux exigences operationnelles.

  • Diriger l'introduction de nouveaux produits, technologies, materiaux et composants dans l'environnement de l'usine.

  • Veiller au respect des reglements, procedures et lignes directrices externes et internes applicables.

Votre parcours

  • Le candidat doit deja avoir une autorisation de travail qui lui permettrait de travailler pour Hitachi Energy au Canada.

  • Baccalaureat en genie.

  • Au moins 5 ans d'experience pertinente en ingenierie.

  • Experience en modelisation et en conception 3D

  • Connaissance prealable de la conception de transformateurs de puissance, un atout.

  • Experience eprouvee en execution de projets d'ingenierie et en realisation d'economies mesurables.

  • Maitrise du francais et de l'anglais (parle et ecrit).

  • Autorisation legale de travailler dans le pays ou le role est base.

En savoir plus sur nous


Dans le cadre de vos fonctions, vous collaborerez avec des professionnels de l'ingenierie et de la fabrication qui faconnent l'avenir des technologies de transformation et le rendement des usines.

  • Occasions de travailler sur des technologies novatrices qui faconnent l'avenir de l'energie

  • Un environnement de collaboration avec des professionnels experimentes de l'industrie energetique

  • Acces a des plateformes d'apprentissage et a des programmes de perfectionnement professionnel

  • Avantages interessants pour la sante et la retraite

  • Conges payes et modalites de travail flexibles

Seuls les candidats selectionnes seront contactes.

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The Opportunity

As a Sr. Project Engineer supporting large power transformer manufacturing, you will help enhance the performance, competitiveness, and long-term success of the Varennes facility. Your work directly contributes to efficiency, reliability, and the ongoing modernization of transformer design and manufacturing-core elements that support the stability and advancement of the power grid. In this role, you will steer value engineering initiatives, identify costout and productivity opportunities, and support the introduction of new products, technologies, and components. You will partner closely with factory operations, North America Engineering, and global technical teams to deliver manufacturingready solutions that elevate quality and operational excellence. This position gives you the opportunity to run engineering projects endtoend, improve manufacturability, and help shape the future direction of transformer design and production.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Apply value engineering practices to enhance customer value, reduce cost, and improve profitability of existing product offerings.

  • Identify and drive productivity improvements using Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) methods.

  • Develop and present datadriven business cases that support costout initiatives and engineering improvements.

  • Manage engineering projects from concept through implementation, working independently and within crossfunctional teams.

  • Track and report project progress, risks, and outcomes, ensuring business impact is captured throughout each project stage.

  • Collaborate with Project Engineers, Value Engineers, and technical specialists across North America and global teams to strengthen design practices and share lessons learned.

  • Partner with factory operations teams to ensure engineering changes are manufacturable, costeffective, and aligned with operational requirements.

  • Lead the introduction of new products, technologies, materials, and components into the factory environment.

  • 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 engineering.

  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.

  • 3d modeling and design experience

  • Prior power transformer design knowledge is preferred.

  • Proven experience running engineering projects and delivering measurable savings.

  • Proficiency in French and English (spoken and written).

  • Legal authorization to work in the country where the role is based.

More About Us

In this role, you will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing professionals who are shaping the future of transformer technologies and factory performance.

  • 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

Only select candidates will be contacted.

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.

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About Hitachi Vantara

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Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2017