Senior Electrical Engineer

ABB; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB, based in Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans (Quebec), seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of high-power rectifier systems with emphasis on control concepts, electrical schematics and PLC programming.

The role supports sales bids, collaborates with manufacturing, testing and commissioning teams, travels 10–15% to customer sites, and requires both French and English for ongoing client communication.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in electrical engineering with hands-on exposure to manufacturing.
• Bachelor or Master's in Electrical Engineering.
• Willingness to travel within US and Canada (10-15% of the time).
• French is required. English is also required to communicate with customers outside Quebec on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of high-power rectifier systems including control concepts.
• Support sales and tendering teams with technical input during bidding.
• Ensure engineering activities follow internal guidelines for project delivery.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and commissioning for assembly and installation.
• Participate in FAT and shop testing of rectifier designs.
• Provide remote and onsite customer support for rectifier systems.
• Travel to customer sites for electrical testing and commissioning.
• Incorporate customer feedback to improve solutions and service quality.

Skills

Power electronics

Electrical schematics

PLC programming

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Operations Manager

This job posting is also available in French under the title [ Ingénieur(e) électrique principal(e)].

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will serve as a design authority for engineering projects within the Process Industries – Power Conversion sector. You will contribute to the successful delivery of moderate to large-scale projects by ensuring technical excellence, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with safety, quality, and cybersecurity standards.

The work model for the role is hybrid.

Your Role: Own the Challenge

• Lead the design and engineering of High-Power Rectifier systems, this covers concept of control, electrical schematics, PLC programming, etc.
• Support sales and tendering teams with technical expertise during the bidding process.
• Ensure all engineering activities follow internal guidelines and processes for successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and commissioning teams to ensure proper assembly, staging, and installation of equipment.
• Participate in shop testing and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of high-power rectifier designs.
• Provide remote and onsite support to customers for rectifier systems.
• Travel occasionally to Customer site to complete electrical testing and commissioning activities.
• Seek and incorporate customer feedback to improve solutions and service quality.

What It Takes To Run What Runs The World

• 5–8 years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field, with hands-on exposure to the manufacturing industry.
• Bachelor or Master's in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of power electronics, electrical and control schematics, and PLC programming.
• Member of Order of Engineers of Quebec or in process of enrollment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with customers in both remote and onsite settings.
• French is required. English is also required to communicate with customers outside Quebec on a regular basis.
• Willingness to travel within US and Canada for site activities (10-15% of the time).

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

#ABBCareers

#RunwithABB

#Runwhatrunstheworld

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

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

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.