H

Hitachi

Diversified tech conglomerate delivering digital solutions

Electrical Design Engineer

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVarennes, QC, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • The candidate must already have work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in Canada.
  • A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required.
  • The candidate must have 2–5 years of relevant electrical design or engineering experience.
  • English, in addition to French, is required for frequent communication with partners, customers, and stakeholders outside Quebec and for effective collaboration and client service.
  • The candidate must be able to collaborate effectively and communicate clearly across functions, with interpersonal, influence, and negotiation capabilities.
  • The candidate should be motivated, accountable, solution-oriented, and able to address engineering and project challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Create customized electrical designs for large power transformers and shunt reactors while meeting customer requirements and identifying optimization solutions and hazards.
  • Update electrical designs to incorporate new standards, components, materials, and functionalities.
  • Distinguish in-scope from out-of-scope design requests and provide time and cost estimates.
  • Develop work plans and cost estimates, and ensure deliverables meet quality, schedule, and cost targets.
  • Conduct risk and opportunity reviews within the role's scope and recommend actions to address issues.
  • Review vendor documentation, prepare requests for quotation, and evaluate proposals for non-standard materials or equipment in collaboration with supply chain teams.
  • Work with supply chain and logistics functions to support material cost-reduction efforts.
  • Share knowledge across the business, participate in project meetings, and present key design elements.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

  • Membership in the OIQ is preferred.
  • Knowledge of industry standards, including IEEE, CSA, and IEC, is an asset.

About the Company

Hitachi

Diversified tech conglomerate delivering digital solutions

Hitachi is a global conglomerate operating in energy, digital solutions, home appliances, and infrastructure to support governments, businesses, and consumers. Its offerings turn data into actionable insights through digital transformation services and Hitachi Energy’s renewable energy and grid solutions. It differentiates itself with an integrated portfolio that combines hardware, software, and services and a emphasis on societal impact and sustainability. Its goal is to build a sustainable society by using technology and data to improve energy efficiency, infrastructure resilience, and quality of life.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Founded
1910

Recently Posted Jobs

Explore more opportunities at Hitachi

See more jobs