Technical Director - Turbine and Generators (Hydropower)

slihrms; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Hydropower Electromechanical Engineer to serve as Technical Director and SME for hydro turbine and generator systems in Canada and internationally.

The role emphasizes strategic advisory, mentoring, and shaping major capital decisions across the project lifecycle within an Owner's Engineer/Technical Advisor framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical engineering.
• P.Eng. designation in Canada or eligibility required.
• 15+ years of hydro turbine–generator experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as a recognized technical authority for hydro turbine and generator systems across AtkinsRéalis projects.
• Provide expert input during feasibility and concept stages including tech evals and risk mitigation.
• Develop and validate technical specifications and performance requirements for turbine-generator systems.
• Coordinate with BoP electrical and mechanical design teams for Turbine-Generator integration.
• Support OEM prequalification, technical evaluations, and tender assessments.
• Witness factory manufacturing activities, FATs, and performance testing; assist in site commissioning.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, contributing to internal reviews and technical frameworks.
• Support business development with technical input to proposals and client workshops.

Skills

Hydropower turbine expertise

Leadership & mentorship

Technical advisory

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering

P.Eng. in Canada

Master's degree (asset)

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Hydropower Electromechanical Engineer for the position of Technical Director to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Hydro Turbines-Generators Systems, supporting some of the largest and most technically complex hydropower projects in Canada and internationally.

This role is designed for a seasoned professional who has spent decades developing deep expertise in turbine-generator technology and now wishes to apply that knowledge at a strategic, advisory, and legacy-building level, shaping national infrastructure, mentoring the next generation of engineers, and influencing major capital decisions across the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will work within AtkinsRéalis' Owner's Engineer/ Independent Engineer/Technical Advisor consultancy framework, supporting projects from early feasibility through commissioning, while contributing to business development and long-term capability building in hydropower.

Your role

Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise:

• Act as a recognized technical authority for hydro turbine and generator systems across AtkinsRéalis hydropower projects.
• Provide expert input during feasibility and concept stages, including:
  • Selection of turbine-generator technology.
  • Evaluation of refurbishment, power-increase (uprating), or replacement options.
  • Technical risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Develop, review, and validate technical specifications, and performance requirements for turbine-generator systems.
• Coordinate with BoP electrical and mechanical design teams for Turbine-Generator integration.

OEM Interface & Engineering Oversight:

• Support OEM prequalification and selection, including technical evaluations and tender assessments.
• Review and comment on OEM engineering deliverables, including:
  • Mechanical and electrical design documents.
  • Performance calculations.
  • Manufacturing drawings.
  • Quality plans and inspection & test plans (ITPs), consistent with the PRIE framework when applicable.
• Provide independent technical judgment on OEM compliance with specifications, codes, and contractual requirements.

Manufacturing, Testing & Commissioning Support:

• Witness and review factory manufacturing activities, including:
  • Key hold-point inspections.
  • Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
  • Performance and functional testing.
• Support site installation, commissioning, and performance testing, including troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Provide expert input into acceptance, handover, and performance guarantees.

Mentorship & Knowledge Transfer:

• Mentor and coach junior and intermediate engineers, transferring practical turbine-generator knowledge gained through decades of industry experience.
• Provide internal technical reviews, lessons‑learned sessions, and contribute to technical excellence frameworks within AtkinsRéalis.
• Support the long‑term development of hydropower electromechanical capability across Canada.

Business Development & Strategic Advisory:

• Support business development efforts in the hydropower consultancy space, including:
  • Technical input to proposals and pursuits.
  • Client presentations and workshops.
  • Early‑stage technical advisory engagements.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients, utilities, and asset owners on major capital investments and long‑term asset strategies.
• Contribute to shaping AtkinsRéalis' future hydropower offerings, particularly for national building and energy transition projects.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electromechanical Engineering (Master's degree considered an asset).
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada or eligibility for registration.
• Experience across multiple project phases.
• Typically 15+ years of progressive experience in hydropower turbine‑generator engineering.
• Demonstrated deep expertise in hydro turbine and generator systems.
• Familiarity with international standards and codes.
• Feasibility and conceptual studies.
• Detailed design review.
• Manufacturing oversight.
• Commissioning and performance testing.
• Practical field experience supporting engineering, construction, operations, or maintenance activities is an asset.

Professional Attributes:

• Strong technical judgment and ability to provide clear, defensible expert opinions.
• Comfortable operating in a senior advisory role rather than hands‑on drafting or routine production work.
• Excellent communication skills in both French and English; able to explain complex technical matters to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Genuine interest in mentoring and developing young engineers.

Ideal for Professionals Who Are:

• A senior hydro turbine‑generator consultant/expert considering their next and most impactful chapter.
• Motivated by legacy projects, mentorship, and national significance, rather than routine execution.

• This position requires knowledge of a language other than French,