Junior Marine Systems Engineer

BMT; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plan

RRSP/TFSA matching

Flexible work hours

Job summary

BMT is hiring a Junior Marine Systems Engineer to support the Marine Systems department across multiple locations in Canada, including Halifax, Ottawa, and Victoria. You will assist with engineering tasks under senior supervision, contribute to feasibility studies, and ensure compliance with IMO and Canadian regulations.

Ideal candidates hold a mechanical engineering degree, are eligible for security clearance, and have up to two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• University degree in mechanical engineering.
• Eligible for Canadian security clearance.
• Active pursuit of P.Eng. designation in province of work.
• Two years of experience (Co-Op or Industry acceptable).
• Knowledge of surface ships, submarines and shipyard processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Marine Systems department in providing engineering services to internal and external customers.
• Participate in technical work under the guidance of senior staff members.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Comply with relevant business ethics codes and the QMS processes.
• Contribute to ship surveys for design changes and vessel documentation.

Skills

Two years of experience

Knowledge of surface ships

Knowledge of submarines

Knowledge of shipyard processes

Education

University Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Eligible for Canadian security clearance

Registered with Professional Engineering in Province of work (P.Eng. pursuit)

Job description

Junior Marine Systems Engineer

Department: Technical Capability

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Canada

Reporting To: Barry Goss

Compensation: CA$70,000 - CA$83,000 / year

Description

Job Title: Junior Marine Systems Engineer

Location: Halifax, NS, Ottawa, ON, or Victoria, BC

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Annual Salary: $70,000-83,000

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

Key Responsibilities

The Junior Marine Systems Engineer is responsible for professionally and efficiently executing work in support of client taskings in the field of Marine Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities and Tasks include:

• Support Marine Systems department in providing engineering services to internal and external customers.


• Participate in technical work under the guidance of senior staff members.


• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.


• Comply with relevant business and ethics codes of conduct.


• Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to best practice under the guidance of senior staff members.


• Work within the BMT Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedures.


• Demonstrate willingness and active adoption of coaching and mentoring provided by senior staff in developing technical competency within specific discipline.


• Contributes to building a positive team culture through input, feedback and participation in team building and wellness activities.

Role Specific:

• Apply basic knowledge and understanding of Marine / Mechanical design on small simple platforms (tug, barge, ferry) to large complex ships (surface combatants, submarines, cargo and passenger vessels) in one or more areas:


• Component selection;


• Equipment arrangement;


• Propulsion and Auxiliary systems;


• Application of standards for pumps, valves, flanges, and piping;


• Heat/Cooling load calculations; and


• Metallurgical considerations.


• As part of a team, contribute to working with Shipyards, Dockyards, Owners, Class and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) to conduct ship surveys for design and engineering changes, mid-life upgrades and vessel condition documentation.


• Support the development of feasibility studies, concept designs, installation design and integration of new and replacement equipment, including communicating design outputs using 2D drawings or 3D models.


• Gain familiarization of domain specific standards including International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations, Class Society rules, Transport Canada Regulations and Canadian Forces Technical Orders.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential:

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering.


• Eligible for a Canadian security clearance.


• Registered with Professional Engineering in Province of work and actively working towards obtaining a Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation.

Desirable:

• Two years of experience (Co-Op or Industry acceptable).


• Knowledge of surface ships.


• Knowledge of submarines.


• Knowledge of shipyard processes and procedures.

Why Work For Us?

At BMT we believe in hiring the best talent, from diverse backgrounds, as this introduces new ideas to the team and our customers. We believe in a cooperative and collaborative work environment and support and encourage career growth.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary commensurate with skill, ability and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)


• Employee and Family Assistance program


• Parental/Maternity leave top-up program


• RRSP or TFSA matching program


• Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement


• Training and development opportunities


• Employee recognition program


• Employee referral program

BMT is committed to employment equity, to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst its workforce. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.