Naval Architect / Marine Engineer

Aversan Inc.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity awaits a skilled Naval Architect / Marine Engineer to contribute to critical naval programs. This role involves a variety of engineering tasks, from providing expert technical support to managing projects, all while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will engage in tasks like developing technical work instructions, conducting failure analysis, and performing structural calculations. If you have a passion for naval engineering and a strong background in project management, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the marine industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in ship repair, shipbuilding, or ship operations.
• Eligible for Professional Engineer registration in British Columbia, Nova Scotia, or Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and develop detailed technical work instructions.
• Manage and execute engineering projects from planning to delivery.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and naval ship codes.

Skills

Technical Writing

Project Management

Communication Skills

Failure Analysis

Structural Calculations

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Engineering Software

Job description

Job Title: Naval Architect / Marine Engineer

Opportunity

A dynamic opportunity has arisen for a skilled Naval Architect / Marine Engineer to contribute to critical naval programs. You will be involved in a range of engineering tasks, from technical support to project management, while ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Provide expert technical support on a range of engineering tasks, including:
• Developing detailed technical work instructions
• Conducting failure analysis and solution development
• Performing structural and stability calculations
• Supporting lifting appliance certification, design, and testing
• Project Management: Manage and execute engineering projects, from initial planning to final delivery.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards, classification society rules, and naval ship codes.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, naval architects, and project managers to achieve project objectives.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in ship repair, shipbuilding, or ship operations.
• Eligible for a Professional Engineer registration in British Columbia, Nova Scotia, or Ontario.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools.
• Experience with project management methodologies.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the design and certification of shipboard lifting appliances (Marine cranes)
• Experience in project management of ship repair and engineering change projects.
• Knowledge of weight and stability calculations and lightship surveys.
• Familiarity with defense contract requirements.
• Experience with CAD software.