Junior Engineer

Lloyd's Register; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international technical service provider is seeking a Junior Engineer in Halifax, Canada. You will work on projects related to noise and vibration in the maritime field, conducting assessments and contributing to innovative solutions for a safe and sustainable marine environment. The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities. This role offers a mix of fieldwork and desktop tasks, with potential travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia (EIT or P.Eng).
• Must be eligible to apply for Canadian Security Clearance.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Valid Driver’s License or willingness to attain one.

Responsibilities

• Perform field measurements and assessments of ship signatures, including noise and vibration.
• Refine and maintain hardware/software systems for analysis of ship signatures.
• Contribute to projects from initiation to completion.
• Analyse data and prepare technical reports.
• Participate in business development activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Data interpretation skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Marine Science, or a related field

Tools

Python

Labview

C++

FORTRAN

Job description

Job ID:40986
Location:Halifax : 237 Brownlow Avenu
Position Category:Engineering
Position Type:Employee Regular

Junior Engineer

Lloyd's Register

Location: Canada

What we're looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented Junior Specialist/Engineer to join our dynamic team in Halifax, NS. In this role, you will contribute to projects focused on noise and vibration in the maritime field, for a diverse range of commercial, government and defence clients. In addition to noise and vibration, you will also have an opportunity to learn about ship signature technologies and assessment more broadly.

Join our diverse team of experts and play a pivotal role in providing innovative solutions in the marine industry, contributing to a safer, healthier and more sustainable environment. LR is an equal-opportunity employer.

The role

Your responsibilities will include field measurement and troubleshooting of noise and vibration, and supporting the development and verification of software and hardware systems used for data collection, processing, and analysis in the field. You will continuously learn, applying theoretical and practical skills to marine and offshore installations to ensure safe and sustainable conditions for crew/passengers, surrounding wildlife, and the broader environment.

This position offers a balanced mix of fieldwork (on shore and at sea) and desktop-based tasks, along with opportunities for domestic and international travel. In this junior role, you will typically be following an experienced engineer taking you through our on-the-job training.

• Perform field measurements and assessments of ship signatures, including noise and vibration.
• Refine and maintain hardware/software systems for the measurement and analysis of ship signatures, including noise and vibration.
• Contribute to projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Analyse data and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Participate in professional development, increasing your technical and business knowledge through on-the-job and formal training.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal writing, client meetings, and presentations.
• Stay updated with the latest industry standards, regulations, and technological advancements related to noise and vibration control from ships and marine traffic.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Marine Science, or a related field. Engineers must be eligible for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia (EIT or P.Eng).
• Must be eligible to apply for a Canadian Security Clearance to level SECRET. Failure to obtain a valid security clearance will unfortunately result in dismissal.
• Effective computer and software development skills in programs such as Python, Labview, C++, FORTRAN, etc.
• Must have a valid Driver’s Licenseor be willing to attain one.
• Must have the ability to travel internationally.
• Must be able to perform on-site work in a safe manner and complete all safety training related to field service activities.
• Previous experience in noise/vibration assessment, ship signatures, data acquisition, field work and the marine sector is considered an asset

Applicants may be required to undergo pre ‐ employment testing including medical assessment.

You are someone who

• is excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• is effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• demonstrates time management and organization abilities, including the ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• has strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• has the ability to work on small to large boats while at sea. This may include low -moderate physical labour. Safety training and PPE will be provided.

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About us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.

Be a part of

Lloyd’s Register is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through promoting safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyd’s Register colleagues and Lloyd’s Register Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration and develop action-oriented solutions to make the world a safer place.

Want to apply.

Here at Lloyd’s Register, we care, we share and we do the right thing in every situation. It’s ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed, and continually strive, to lead with our values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development and engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you have experienced, how you identify, how old you are, where you are from, what your beliefs are or how your brain or body works – the diversity of our colleagues is fundamental to our futures and the changes we can make together. Our inclusive culture allows us to connect together authentically and to be courageous and bold. We don’t just talk about our differences, we celebrate them!

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.

If you don't tick every box in these ads, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our goal of working together for a safer, sustainable, thriving ocean economy.

We care, we share, we do the right thing.

If you have further questions about this role, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will respond to you as soon as possible.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd's Register:

Together we are one Lloyd’s Register, committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment, because we believe it is the right thing to do. We hope you do too.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:

• ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
• communicating and promoting vacanciesoffering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteriafor the job.
• anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-termhealth condition, enabling them to stay in work.
• at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.

Find out more about Disability Confident at:www.gov.uk/disability-confident

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