Engineering Supervisor

Duke; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusive workplace environment

Job summary

Duke in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking an Engineering Supervisor responsible for leading the drafting teams and coordinating daily activities. This role involves ensuring that engineering concepts are accurately translated into production-ready drawing packages for ship construction and repair.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field, effective supervisory skills, and proficiency in CAD software like AutoCAD and SolidWorks. The position emphasizes strong leadership and communication abilities, suitable for a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or leading drafting/design teams in shipbuilding or heavy industrial fabrication.
• Ability to interpret and review structural, mechanical, electrical, and outfitting drawings.
• Knowledge of marine codes, standards, and class society requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of drafting teams.
• Review engineering drawings for technical accuracy.
• Assign drafting tasks and manage workloads.
• Maintain document management standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Engineering design principles

Proficiency in CAD software

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, structural, naval architecture, or marine engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ShipConstructor

Job description

The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating the daily activities of the Structural, Mechanical, Finishing, and Electrical Draftsperson teams. This role ensures engineering concepts are accurately translated into production-ready drawing packages that support ship construction, vessel life extensions, and repair projects. Working closely with Project Management, Production, QA/QC, and third-party engineering firms, the Engineering Supervisor reviews drawings, assigns work, manages document flow, ensures interdisciplinary alignment, and provides technical guidance to the drafting team. The ideal candidate brings strong engineering knowledge, practical understanding of shipyard operations, and demonstrated leadership within a drafting or engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and coordinate the work of Structural, Mechanical, Finishing, and Electrical Draftspersons, ensuring drawing packages are accurate, complete, and ready for production.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, 3D models, and vendor documents to confirm technical accuracy and compliance with codes, standards, and class requirements.
• Assign drafting tasks, manage workloads, and ensure clear communication of work instructions, priorities, and deadlines across all drafting disciplines.
• Ensure engineering concepts, calculations, and design decisions are correctly incorporated into production-ready drawings across all drafting disciplines.
• Coordinate drawing development and revisions with Production, Project Management, QA/QC, and HSSE to ensure constructability, sequencing, and interdisciplinary alignment.
• Work closely with third-party engineering contractors and internal engineers to review design intent, resolve technical issues, and maintain drawing accuracy during project progression.
• Participate in conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design discussions with the Engineering Manager and internal/external engineering teams.
• Review and approve drawing packages for quality, completeness, and compliance before release to Production.
• Support the Purchasing Department by producing and reviewing technical information needed for procurement, including specifications and material lists.
• Assist in preparing reports, planning documents, technical correspondence, and construction support documentation.
• Facilitate technical meetings, resolve drawing-related issues, and proactively identify risks or gaps that may impact production.
• Maintain drawing control, revision tracking, and document management standards for all engineering and production drawings.
• Provide mentorship and technical development to drafting personnel, promoting continuous improvement and consistent drafting practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support engineering and drafting operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Structural, Naval Architecture, or Marine Engineering preferred; equivalent technologist diploma with strong experience will be considered.
• Experience supervising or leading drafting/design teams in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy industrial fabrication, or a related engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles and the ability to interpret and review structural, mechanical, electrical, and outfitting drawings.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ShipConstructor, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of applicable marine codes, standards, and class society requirements (ABS, Lloyd’s, DNV, Transport Canada) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate interdisciplinary work, manage multiple priorities, and maintain workflow under demanding production timelines.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to convey technical requirements clearly to drafting and production teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including document control and revision management.
• Experience collaborating with third-party engineering contractors or consultants is an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across Engineering, Production, QA/QC, and Project Management environments.

Duke Marine Technical Services Canada Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment so our employees can perform their jobs well and reach their full potential. We encourage everyone to apply to our job postings, including members of the four designated groups.

If you require accommodations for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Duke encourages applications from all qualified candidates, and we appreciate all responses.