JOB DESCRIPTION — SYSTEMS/PROJECT ENGINEER - SENIOR
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Company: Fuji SEMEC
Location: Boucherville, QC (public transit accessible, free parking)
Status: Permanent, Full-Time
ABOUT FUJI SEMEC
Fuji SEMEC has over 30 years of experience designing, manufacturing, and refurbishing door systems and subsystems for the public transit industry. We are recognized for our technical expertise, collaborative culture, and strong human values — combining engineering excellence with a close-knit, team-oriented environment.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Systems / Senior Project Engineer (Sr Systems / Sr PE) is a hybrid role combining deep technical ownership with project execution leadership.
This role is responsible for:
- Owning system-level design and technical decisions
- Driving project execution from design through delivery
- Acting as the primary technical reference for assigned programs
- Bridging Engineering, Project Management, Quality, and Operations
Unlike a traditional Project Engineer, this role is expected to lead through influence, anticipate risks, and ensure both technical integrity and on-time delivery.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
System Ownership & Technical Leadership
- Own system architecture, design integrity, and technical decisions across assigned projects
- Review and validate designs (electrical, mechanical, integration)
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards
- Lead design reviews (internal and customer-facing)
- Support root cause analysis (RCA), NCRs, and corrective actions
Project Execution & Delivery
- Drive execution of projects from kickoff through delivery
- Define and manage deliverables, timelines, and priorities
- Ensure alignment between Engineering, Purchasing, and Production
- Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies
- Support on-time, right-first-time delivery
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Act as the primary technical interface between departments
- Collaborate closely with:
- Project Managers (schedule & customer commitments)
- Manufacturing (DFM, production readiness)
- Quality (NCR, RMA, continuous improvement)
- Supply Chain (technical validation of components/vendors)
- Ensure clear communication and alignment across all stakeholders
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
- Lead complex technical troubleshooting and issue resolution
- Support and drive CAPA, FRACAS, and PFMEA activities
- Identify opportunities for design standardization and process improvement
- Contribute to lessons learned and knowledge sharing
Mentorship & Technical Guidance
- Provide guidance and support to Project Engineers and junior engineers
- Review work and ensure consistency with engineering standards
- Act as a go-to resource for technical problem solving
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Experience
- 8+ years in engineering within a manufacturing or systems environment
- Experience in both system design and project execution
- Experience in rail, transportation, or electro-mechanical systems is a strong asset
Technical Competencies
- Strong understanding of system integration (mechanical + electrical)
- Experience with design reviews, validation, and testing
- Familiarity with:
- NCR / RMA processes
- Root cause analysis methodologies
- Engineering documentation and change management (ECN)
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Soft Skills & Leadership Expectations
- Strong ownership mindset (accountable for outcomes, not just tasks)
- Ability to influence without direct authority
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Proactive problem-solving and risk anticipation
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Success Criteria (What “Good” Looks Like)
- Projects delivered on time and within scope
- Strong alignment between Engineering, Production, and PM
- Reduction in design-related issues and NCRs
- Clear, structured communication across teams
- Recognized as a technical leader and trusted partner
WHY JOIN FUJI SEMEC
- Permanent, full time role
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Flexible working hours
- Office closed during holidays
- Free fruit & multifunctional cafeteria
- Company funded social activities
- Human-scale engineering culture
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $87,000.00-$129,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boucherville, QC J4B 8V6
