Project Engineer, Canada, EPC Division

ALMACO Group; Quebec; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ALMACO Group is seeking a Project Engineering Lead to drive execution from sales to delivery for new builds and modernization projects. You will define execution plans, lead multidisciplinary teams, and serve as the primary technical interface with the Yard, Owner, and Class Societies.

You will own design quality, schedule, budget, and documentation while contributing to QA and continuous improvement. The role requires at least 5 years in shipbuilding or offshore and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the shipbuilding or offshore industry.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, delegation, and coordination.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD / design tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering execution plans and scope of work for sales and project phases.
• Lead and coordinate design and engineering teams for new builds and modernizations.
• Report engineering progress and risks to the Project Manager.
• Manage design quality, budget, schedule, and design subcontractor contracts.
• Support monitoring and follow‑up of project change orders.
• Oversee the production of engineering and design documentation.
• Participate in technical meetings with the Yard, Owner, and Class.
• Provide technical support to Sales and internal teams during contract and guarantee periods.
• Support factory inspections and quality control activities as required.
• Contribute to Research & Development initiatives, including new concepts and cost‑saving programs.
• Follow and actively contribute to the Company Quality System and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Project management

English proficiency

Team coordination

MS Office

Education

Relevant technical education or equivalent experience in shipbuilding/offshore engineering

Tools

AutoCAD / design tools

Job description

As Project Engineering Lead, you will lead project engineering execution from sales through delivery for new builds and modernization projects. You will define execution plans, direct multidisciplinary engineering teams, and act as the primary technical interface with the Yard, Owner, and Classification Societies.

You are accountable for design quality, schedule, budget, and technical documentation, while providing technical support throughout the contract and guarantee period. You will also contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

Project Engineering Leadership

• Develop engineering execution plans and scope of work for sales and project phases
• Lead and coordinate design and engineering teams for new builds and modernizations
• Report engineering progress and risks to the Project Manager
• Manage design quality, budget, schedule, and design subcontractor contracts
• Support monitoring and follow‑up of project change orders

Technical Support & Documentation

• Oversee the production of engineering and design documentation
• Participate in technical meetings with the Yard, Owner, and Class
• Provide technical support to Sales and internal teams during contract and guarantee periods

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Support factory inspections and quality control activities as required
• Contribute to Research & Development initiatives, including new concepts and cost‑saving programs
• Follow and actively contribute to the Company Quality System and continuous improvement efforts

Your Profile

• Relevant technical education or equivalent experience in shipbuilding, offshore, or related engineering fields
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the shipbuilding or offshore industry
• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, delegation, and coordination
• Solid understanding of applicable rules and regulations
• Proactive, open‑minded, and able to work in a fast‑paced, international environment
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD / design tools