ABB Ltd

Senior Project Engineer

ABB Ltd$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering, or equivalent, with 15 years of experience as a system lead or senior system engineer.
  • Experience in developing infrared optical instruments for space missions or remote sensing.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary teams; strong communication skills are essential.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to produce clear project documentation and manage product configuration.
  • Familiarity with space operations methodologies and contribution to Space 2.0 evolution.
  • Proficiency in JIRA, Windchill, MS Project, and Office suite; bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

  • Interact with project managers and customers to clarify and adjust requirements.
  • Ensure technical coordination of a multidisciplinary project team using Agile methodology.
  • Track technical actions and manage project timelines effectively.
  • Define efforts needed to achieve project objectives and monitor estimates.
  • Assist project manager with strategic planning and execution of project tasks.
  • Manage all aspects of requirements, design, compliance, performance, and risks.
  • Document work methods, suggest improvements, and support implementation of changes.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations in French and English for stakeholders during technical reviews.

Benefits

  • Empowerment to take initiative and lead confidently.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and personal growth.
  • Support tailored to individual career goals and aspirations.
  • Contribution to meaningful and impactful work within a global context.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Full Job Description
This Position reports to:
Superviseure - Ingénierie Système SDS et Planification projets

The ABB Measurement & Analytics facility in Quebec is the global leader in spectroscopy. Our contract engineering department is the largest Canadian supplier of spaceborne optical sensors used for greenhouse gas emissions monitoring and global weather forecasting, among other applications. Our plant is recognized for its expertise in developing and manufacturing a range of products that enable us to meet many industrial analysis needs on a daily basis.

By joining one of the largest engineering departments in Quebec (Canada), you will be part of a dynamic and multidisciplinary team. You will supervise and guide the development of instruments in the space and defense (SDS) sector. You will be responsible for ensuring their successful delivery-on time, on budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.

The engineer or scientist we are seeking has strong analytical skills, is autonomous, able to work within a multidisciplinary team, and has experience in research and development for the design and analysis of space instrument systems.

Your Role: Take on the Challenge
  • Interact directly with project managers and customers to understand requirements and adjust them as needed.
  • Ensure the technical coordination of a multidisciplinary project team using an Agile methodology.
  • Track technical actions and plan short-term schedules.
  • Define the effort required to meet current objectives and monitor estimates.
  • Assist the project manager with strategic planning, execution, and project cost tracking.
  • Manage requirements, design, system compliance, performance tracking, and technical risk management.
  • Document current work methods, recommend improvements, and help implement changes.
  • Organize and contribute to presentations-in French and English-to customers or to the technical team during design reviews or other milestones.

What You You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering, or equivalent, with 15 years of experience as a system lead or senior system engineer.
  • Experience in developing infrared optical instruments for space missions or remote sensing.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce clear and concise project documentation and to manage product configuration.
  • Ability to work with standard procedures and methodologies for space operations and contribute to the evolution toward Space 2.0.
  • Proficiency with the following tools: JIRA, Windchill, MS Project, Office suite.
  • Bilingual French-English (spoken and written). French is required. English is also required for regular communication with clients outside Quebec.

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.

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About ABB Ltd

ABB Ltd is a Swiss multinational corporation that specializes in electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. ABB operates in a variety of industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as automation and robotics. The company's products and services are used in a range of applications, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact.
Learn more about ABB Ltd
Size
104,400 employees
Market Cap
$59.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.1 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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