Physical Mock-Up Lead Engineering Support (PMU LE)

Accord Technologies Inc; Saint-Bruno; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Quebec is seeking an experienced professional to oversee mock-up development and management in rail transportation projects. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Engineering with at least 6 years of experience, including proficiency in project coordination and design validation. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. The role involves collaboration with suppliers and managing technical risks to ensure successful delivery and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years experience in product development and validation processes.
• Experience in managing prototypes and mock-ups.
• Familiarity with design documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead mock-up development and management with suppliers.
• Consolidate physical verification plans.
• Validate design concepts and escalate issues.

Skills

Product development understanding

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer-oriented mindset

Fluent in English

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automobile, Production or Systems Engineering)

Tools

CATIA

3DEXPERIENCE

MS Office suite

Job description

Location: Bruno-de-Montarville, QC
Industry: Rail Transportation / Rolling Stock
Position type: FTE/Contract
Visa type: Open

Responsibilities

• Tender and Scope Definition:
  
  • Contribute to tender phase activities related to the physical mock-up scope, identifying requirements, deliverables, and key milestones.
  • Define mock-up objectives and the level of representation required (“just enough” approach) to support validation and customer approval.
• Physical Verification Planning:
  
  • Consolidate the physical verification plan and identify necessary verification configurations.
  • Formalize specifications and ensure alignment with overall project and engineering verification strategies.
• Mock-Up Development and Management:
  
  • Lead the development, realization, and acceptance of physical mock-ups in coordination with suppliers and project stakeholders.
  • Monitor progress, manage technical risks, and ensure timely delivery of all mock-up stages.
  • Conduct technical reviews and acceptance testing of mock-ups with suppliers and customers.
• Validation and Issue Resolution:
  
  • Validate design concepts through the mock-up process and ensure findings are accurately documented and addressed.
  • Escalate design or integration issues to the project team and support their resolution.
  • Promote design improvements and feedback integration into final engineering solutions.

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Proven understanding of product development and validation processes, ideally in rail or complex system engineering.
• Experience in prototype, mock-up, or model management.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Familiarity with design documentation and verification processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Proactive problem-solving and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English (B2 level minimum) — both written and spoken, including technical discussions.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automobile, Production or Systems Engineering) with a minimum of 6+ years experience.
• Experience coordinating with suppliers, managing deliverables, and leading design reviews.
• Familiarity with design and visualization tools (e.g., CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE, or equivalent) and standard office tools (MS Office suite).
• Knowledge of configuration management and requirements traceability is a plus.
• Experience in railway systems engineering.
• Strong communication skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams.