Chargé de projets manufacturier / Project Manager - Manufacturing

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Varennes; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Canada is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Project Manager to lead strategic projects aimed at enhancing industrial facilities. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a background in mechanical engineering, and proficiency in both French and English. You will play a key role in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and improving safety and efficiency in processes. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including fully employer-paid group insurance.

Benefits

100% employer-paid group insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Safe and clean work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Familiarity with mechanical industrial installations.
• Skilled in implementing improvement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects.
• Draft technical specifications and participate in safety analyses.
• Organize tenders for heavy equipment purchases.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Teamwork and communication

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automated Production, or Industrial Engineering

Member of the OIQ (Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec)

Tools

Autocad

Inventor

CREO

Job description

About Us

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth:

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we are shaping a sustainable energy future for all. As a Mechanical Engineering Project Manager, you will lead strategic projects aimed at improving our industrial facilities and enhancing the safety and efficiency of processes. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and subcontractors while developing your skills in project management and continuous improvement. If you enjoy taking on challenges and contributing to innovative solutions, this opportunity is for you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and manage projects.
• Coordinate and supervise work teams (subcontractors, suppliers, unionized employees).
• Draft technical specifications and participate in machine safety analyses.
• Apply continuous improvement methods to optimize solutions.
• Organize tenders for the purchase, installation, or modernization of heavy equipment.
• Coordinate compliance activities for industrial installations and equipment.
• Prepare investment requests (Capex).
• Assess project risks and make decisions on their viability.
• Contribute to developing indicators to monitor process stability.
• Design parts and tooling using CAD software (Inventor, CREO).
• Collaborate with operators and maintenance staff on improvement projects.
• Participate in machine modifications to increase safety or efficiency.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automated Production, or Industrial Engineering.
• Member of the OIQ (Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec).
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong project management, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with mechanical industrial installations (platforms, presses, lifting equipment).
• Proficiency in French and English.
• Skilled in Autocad, Inventor, Creo, or other CAD software.
• Leadership in implementing new improvement solutions.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Leadership, autonomy, ownership, and initiative.
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in Canada.

More About Us

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth:

Health : 100% employer-paid group insurance.
Financial Wellbeing : Retirement plan, reimbursement of OIQ fees, bonus system.
Quality of Life : Employee assistance program, exclusive discounts, cafeteria, EV charging stations, accessible by bus.
Work Environment : Safe, clean, and quiet workplace.

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