Project Engineer- Montreal (m/f/d)

Nordex Group•Montreal, QC

2d•CA$155,000 - CA$168,000•Onsite

About The Position

The role of Project Engineer directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. You will join Nordex North America as part of the Global Project Engineering Support group to support business in North America. As a Project Engineer, you will provide leadership and technical expertise across electrical systems and SCADA throughout the lifecycle of utility-scale wind farm power plants. You will interact with key project stakeholders and oversee project execution for the successful integration of wind turbine generators (WTGs), electrical systems, and SCADA systems—from design and planning through commissioning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent accredited engineering program
4+ years of experience as a Project Engineer (Electrical, SCADA, or similar)
Experience with: BOP design, substations, and WTG integration; SCADA systems and power plant control systems; System integration and commissioning (electrical and communication interfaces)
Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, utility automation, relay protection, and industrial automation systems
Experience with SCADA systems, communication networks, and industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC, SQL)
Familiarity with standards such as NERC, NEC, NFPA, OSHA, IEC, UL/CSA, and EN norms
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers at all levels
Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work independently within a global team environment
English & French Proficiency is required.
Proven leadership abilities.
Ability and willingness to travel (20% typical).
Must be able to work in Canada with no Company sponsorship and have the ability to obtain a valid passport
Ability to successfully complete all Canadian regulatory laws surrounding pre-employment screening requirements.
Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.
Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

Nice To Haves

PHD in Power Electronics is desirable.
Wind energy experience preferred
Other languages are a plus (German & Spanish).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Project Manager to ensure project milestones are achieved.
Lead the design, planning, and commissioning of: Electrical systems including WTG switchgear and BOP design; SCADA systems including network architecture, HMI, and communication systems.
Coordinate installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities for electrical and SCADA systems (including FAT and SAT).
Oversee configuration and integration of: Power plant control systems; Protection relays, CTs/VTs; Communication protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, OPC, SQL, etc.).
Review and manage project documentation including specifications, network diagrams, substation designs, and as-built drawings.
Provide expert-level technical support for electrical and SCADA system configurations.
Maintain project documentation in central databases and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Support on-site teams and customers during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
Ensure compliance with NERC, ISO, and other applicable regulatory and technical standards.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and global Nordex organization to support successful project execution.
Provide status updates, identify risks, and support mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines and objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.