Vice-President, Engineering and Technology

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Hypertec is seeking a Vice-President, Engineering and Technology to join our Engineering team in Montréal, Québec. If you are motivated, collaborative, and aligned with our values, we would love to hear from you.

We believe that how we work is just as important as what we build. Our values reflect the mindset we bring to everything we do:

* Innovation

* Trust

* Entrepreneurship

* Customer Focus

What You’ll Be Contributing:

The Vice President, Engineering and Technology will lead all aspects of engineering, product development, and technology innovation for HPC&AI, a division of Hypertec Group. This leader will drive the company’s technical vision, oversee the design and development of next-generation hardware products, ensure operational excellence in engineering, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and a hands-on technical leader with deep expertise in computer hardware systems, product lifecycle management, and emerging technologies.

Strategic Leadership

* Develop and execute the company’s long-term technology and product roadmap in alignment with business goals;

* Provide visionary leadership to drive innovation in hardware design, system architecture, and manufacturing processes;

* Partner with executive leadership to shape strategic decisions that advance the company’s market position and profitability;

* Represent the company’s technology strategy to customers, suppliers, partners, and at industry events.

Engineering Management

* Lead a multidisciplinary engineering organization and work to develop a high-performance culture;

* Oversee full product development lifecycle; concept, design, prototyping, testing, manufacturing transition, and post-launch support;

* Implement best practices in design verification, validation, and reliability testing to ensure world-class product quality;

* Manage technology resources, budgets, and staffing plans to meet aggressive delivery schedules;

* Champion process improvements, agile development, and metrics-driven performance management.

Technology Development

* Drive development efforts in emerging areas such as AI-enabled hardware, edge computing, advanced semiconductors, thermal management, and system integration;

* Identify and evaluate new technologies, tools, and suppliers to enhance performance and cost efficiency;

* Ensure robust technology IP strategy, including patents, trade secrets, and competitive differentiation;

* Oversee compliance with industry standards, environmental regulations, and product safety requirements.

Culture Builder

* Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing, innovative engineering team;

* Foster a culture of collaboration between engineering, product management, sales, operations, and marketing;

* Promote professional development within the technical organization.

Operational Excellence

* Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of products that meet or exceed performance and quality expectations;

* Lead risk management efforts across engineering projects and supply chains;

* Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to optimize design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and cost reduction initiatives;

* Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for engineering productivity, quality, and innovation outcomes.

What Sets You Apart:

* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field required. MBA or Ph.D. preferred;

* 15+ years of progressive experience in engineering leadership roles within the computer hardware, semiconductor, or electronics industry;

* Proven success managing large-scale product development and hardware system integration;

* Experience leading cross-functional global engineering teams;

* Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and financial literacy;

* Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills;

* Deep technical expertise coupled with the ability to translate technology into business value;

* Track record of innovation and technical excellence;

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment;

* Proficiency in French.

What’s In it For You:

* Hybrid work model for certain job categories, supported by competitive benefits.

* Comprehensive health benefits that ensure you and your family are covered for a wide range of medical needs.

* Health Spending Account (HSA).

* Employer-matched RRSP Program.

* Paid Floater Days.

* Our head office will soon relocate to a new, state-of-the-art facility in LaSalle, near the Lachine Canal. Designed to set new standards in sustainability, it reflects our commitment to responsible growth and innovation.

Immerse Yourself in the Hypertec Journey:

You think you are the right candidate for this role? We can’t wait to meet you! We look beyond the CV to discover real potential. Hit “Apply” and let’s discover it together!

About Hypertec

Founded in 1984, Hypertec empowers innovators to push boundaries and lead their industries through transformative technology.

Through our five divisions—High Performance Compute & AI, Data Center Construction, Health, Custom Manufacturing, and Solutions Partner—we help clients turn complex challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. Trusted by leaders in AI, financial services, media & entertainment, healthcare, and the public sector, we serve clients in over 80 countries.

Recognized globally for innovation and sustainability, including our revolutionary immersion-born servers, we continue to deliver technology that makes a lasting difference.

Learn more at www.hypertec.com

Hypertec is an equal opportunity employer.

Hypertec evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other legally protected characteristic.