Louis Harel
About Louis Harel
Louis Harel is a Senior Project Engineer at Cascades in Kingsey Falls, Québec, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and project management. He has worked with various companies and is proficient in CAD software and project management tools.
Work at Cascades
Louis Harel has been employed at Cascades as an Ingénieur Mécanique - Chargé de Projets Sénior since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring that project deliverables meet established quality standards. He coordinates change request processes and tracks risks associated with project management. Additionally, he organizes and participates in knowledge-sharing sessions within the company, contributing to the development of best practices and collaborative learning among team members.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Cascades, Louis Harel held various positions in project management and mechanical engineering. He worked at Sinox Inc. as Chargé de Projet from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he spent a year at Norda Stelo in Kitimat and Sept Îles as Ingénieur Mécanique Chargé de Projet. His earlier experience includes eight years at Seneca experts-conseils and four years at SPB Solutions as Ingénieur Concepteur – Chargé de Projet. He also worked at Axium Inc. as an Engineer from 2004 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Louis Harel earned his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Université du Québec - École de Technologie Supérieure, completing his studies from 1990 to 1994. He possesses extensive expertise in CAD software, including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and Mechanical Desktop. His skills also encompass project management software such as Microsoft Project. He is knowledgeable in pressure vessel codes according to ASME standards and has experience in modeling using finite element analysis.
Project Management Skills
Louis Harel has developed strong project management skills throughout his career. He is proficient in coordinating change request processes and tracking risks in project management. His experience includes developing preventive maintenance programs, which contribute to the efficiency and reliability of engineering projects. His ability to ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards is a key aspect of his role at Cascades.