Mechanical Engineer - Product Support

-; Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology leader in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Product Support to assist in R&D and product safety initiatives. The successful candidate will support various engineering projects, demonstrate technical expertise, and manage maintenance for products. A degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and a bilingual (French-English) background are required. This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in similar functions preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and initiative in projects.
• Familiarity with CSA, UL standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to R&D, supply chain, quality, and manufacturing projects.
• Support maintenance requests and product safety standards.
• Manage project responsibilities and risks effectively.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical expertise in mechanical engineering

Bilingual (French-English)

Project management

Experience with plastic injection molding

Education

Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Modeling software

Technical drawing tools

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world

This Position reports to:
R&D Team Lead

As a Mechanical Engineer - Product Support, you will have the opportunity to support the strategic direction of technologies by bringing your own ideas to identify, propose, and implement innovative technologies, software, and solutions. Every day, you will assist the Research & Development (R&D) team by carrying out assigned tasks and applying your technical knowledge in a structured manner. You will also showcase your expertise by staying up to date with the latest advancements and actively applying this knowledge.

This role contributes to ABB Canada's Electrification, Installation Products division and is based in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.

The work model is hybrid, with several days per week on site at the plant.

Responsibilities

• Act as a reliable contributor to R&D, supply chain, quality, and manufacturing projects.
• Serve as the point of contact for maintenance requests and support for a product portfolio.
• Promote product safety by demonstrating rigor in creating specifications, conducting FMEA, and validating quality criteria.
• Use technical expertise within your area of competence to solve problems.
• Contribute to product maintenance projects such as supplier changes, production change requests, quality issue resolutions, etc.
• Support R&D innovation projects by performing technical tests, participating in creative sessions, creating product drawings, etc.
• Contribute to achieving assigned objectives (quality, deadlines, scope, costs) and identify and manage risks.
• Be familiar with some of the key success factors for ABB in your field and carry out activities aligned with the current strategic direction.
• Ensure project management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Ideally 5 years of experience in similar functions.
• Bilingual French-English. English is required to communicate with clients outside Quebec.
• Experience in modeling and technical drawing.
• Project management experience: an asset.
• Knowledge of CSA, UL, or other certification codes and standards: an asset.
• Experience with sheet metal: an asset.
• Experience with plastic injection molding: an asset.
• Proactive, demonstrating leadership by taking initiative when the situation requires it.
• Demonstrate rigor in all tasks and actions performed.

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we believe in an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to ensuring that our policies and practices align with the Employment Equity Program, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative of the four designated groups:

• Women
• Indigenous peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to self-identify during the application process.