Hydraulic Project Engineer

Andritz; Pointe-Claire; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment manufacturer in Montreal is seeking a Hydraulic Project Engineer to join their hydraulic engineering team. This role involves overseeing hydraulic aspects of projects, ensuring technical requirements, and collaborating with design engineers. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in hydro engineering and be fluent in both French and English. Enjoy a hybrid work model along with various benefits.

Benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dental insurance

Extended health insurance

Pension plan

Profit sharing program

Employee assistance program

Individualized training and career plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in hydro engineering.
• Fluency in French and English – spoken and written.
• Ability to travel across Canada, US and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Work with hydraulic design engineers for project execution.
• Communicate with internal and external clients.
• Participate in model testing in laboratories.

Skills

Creativity

Problem solving skills

Teamwork

Communication skills (oral & written)

Self-directed

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (desirable)

Job description

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines and generators, ANDRITZ Canada has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Canada, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian's expertise.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

Summary of the role

As a member of the hydraulic engineering team, the Hydraulic Project Engineer plays a central technical role on all hydraulic aspects of projects, from the preliminary design phase to execution at site, through model testing.

Responsibilities

• Work with hydraulic design engineers and in collaboration with mechanical engineering to ensure seamless project execution, while respecting the technical requirements of the project;
• Communication with internal and external clients regarding hydraulic engineering aspects;
• Active participation in model testing in our laboratories in Europe;
• Participate as hydraulic expert for cavitation inspections and performance test witness at power plant sites across Canada;
• Monitoring of budgets and schedules for the development of hydraulic turbine passages, for new machines and rehabilitation projects;
• Perform transient analysis;
• Direct involvement with the hydraulic laboratory team in Linz, Austria for the development of model turbines;
• Support and contribution to the definition and development of hydraulic engineering processes.

Why do you fit the profile?

Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's degree desirable;
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in hydro engineering;
• Creativity, problem solving skills, and demonstrated consistent attention to detail;
• Strong ability to work in a team environment and excellent communication skills (oral & written);
• Self-directed and proven leadership skills;
• Available to travel across Canada, US and Europe for periods generally limited to a few days, totalizing up to approximately 20% of annual work time;
• Fluency in French and English – spoken and written.

What do we offer

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• Pension plan;
• Hybrid work mode;
• Profit sharing program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

ANDRITZ is:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design;
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity;
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered;
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering;
• 65 representative offices worldwide;
• More than 6,100 employees worldwide including more than 600 in Canada;
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year;
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW;
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide;
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide.

Legal status to work in Canada is required.