Position Description:

Join CGI and help shape the technology architecture powering the future of manufacturing and engineering.

We are looking for a Solution Architect – Manufacturing & Engineering to design and evolve end-to-end technology solutions supporting engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain operations across the enterprise.

In this strategic role, you will act as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders, helping modernize and integrate complex PLM, MES, ERP, and Order-to-Delivery (OTD) ecosystems while ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards.

Your responsibilities

- Provide end-to-end solution architecture across the Business, Application, Information, and Technology domains and develop supporting solution architecture documentation.
- Define target architectures and technology roadmaps for PLM, MES, ERP, and OTD ecosystems.
- Design end-to-end integration patterns connecting engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain systems.
- Partner with business process owners across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to translate business requirements into effective technology solutions.
- Contribute to the development of a reference architecture repository for manufacturing and engineering domains.
- Support process harmonization, standardization, and automation initiatives across plants and global sites.
- Support system modernization, cloud migration, and application integration initiatives.
- Provide architectural oversight across multiple programs and projects, from initial concept through delivery.
- Lead workshops and presentations to communicate solution options, impacts, dependencies, and trade-offs to stakeholders.

What we're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 10+ years of IT experience, including at least 4 years in Solution Architecture within manufacturing or engineering environments.
- Strong experience with PLM platforms, such as Teamcenter or Windchill.
- Experience with MES solutions, including SAP or Siemens environments.
- Strong understanding of ERP platforms, particularly SAP S/4HANA.
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain integration flows, including OTD, BOM, routing, and related processes.
- Familiarity with manufacturing shop-floor systems and environments.
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
- Solid conceptual,



analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to develop robust solution architecture designs.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive-level stakeholders.
- Strong collaboration and leadership skills, with experience working across multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to communicate daily with internal and external stakeholders located outside Quebec or with English-speaking stakeholders.

Why CGI?

This is an opportunity to contribute to large-scale technology transformation initiatives at the intersection of manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and enterprise architecture, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and experts across the organization.

Compensation

CGI provides a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The final compensation will depend on factors such as skills, experience, geographic market, training, and relevant licenses and certifications.

Estimated salary range: CAD $90,000–$175,000.

This role is an existing vacancy.

Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position due to the nature of the role requiring interaction with national and global clients.

Use of the term ‘engineering’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices engineering or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial engineering regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT engineering-related functions, but licensure from an engineering regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Engineering is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Use of the term ‘architect’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT)



and does not imply that the individual practices architecture or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial architect regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT architect-related functions, but licensure from an architect regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Architecture is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Skills:

- English
- French
- Agile
- Communication
- M3 ERP
- Solutions Architecture
- Team Collaboration

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-chance employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.

To learn more about accessibility at CGI, contact us via email. Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used for application status inquiries.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

📌 Solution Architect, Manufacturing & Engineering (Montreal)
🏢 CGI
📍 Montreal