Junior Naval Architect Engineer (co-op)

Socket.dev; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

RRSP matching

Mental Health support

Job summary

Fleetway Inc. invites a Junior Naval Architect Engineer student to join our Dartmouth, NS team as a co‑op/intern. You will be mentored by naval architects, mechanical and electrical engineers, gaining hands-on exposure to various government, military, and industry projects.

You will work on technical studies, 3D models, and drawings, with flexible projects tailored to your strengths while developing professional skills and industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• Enrolment in a Naval Architect Engineering program.
• Familiar with AutoCAD.
• Interest in Rhino or other 3D modeling software.
• Experience in MS Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of technical studies, drawings/specifications, and 3D models.
• Assist with report writing and equipment selection.
• Participate in engineering change proposals.
• Work on systems integration projects.
• Develop 3D models of ship equipment and compartment arrangements.
• Quality control of drawings.
• Conduct engineering analysis, such as finite element analysis.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Enrolment in a Naval Architect Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino 3D

MS Office Suite

Job description

Are you a Junior Naval Architect Engineer looking for an opportunity in the marine industry? Join Fleetway Inc.’s engineering team and be a part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy and the Halifax Class Design Agent contracts. Through these contracts, Fleetway’s engineers and technologists provide a full range of technical data management and engineering support services to the Royal Canadian Navy. Be part of a team that produces complex designs to support new structures and systems, that will ensure the Royal Canadian Navy is “ready to help, ready to lead, and ready to fight”.

Fleetway offers up to $1000 in co-op reimbursement fees and $1000 in relocation fees!

If we sound like a team you’d like to be a part of, and make a difference with, then we’d love to hear from you! We are looking for a qualified Junior Naval Architect Engineer student for our Dartmouth NS office.

Responsibilities

During your internship, you can expect to be part of an outstanding group of Naval Architects, Mechanical, and Electrical engineers, and technologists.

We tailor your work experience to your skills and abilities. If you choose to work on one specific project and hone your skills in a particular area, we can make that happen. If you prefer broader project exposure across a variety of client projects, we can make that happen too.

Supported by your peers, you have exposure to a wide variety of Government, Military, Commercial, Oil and Gas, and Industrial based project work.

You can expect as a co‑op student/intern to gain valuable work experience and broad project exposure by:

• Participating in the development of technical studies, drawings/specifications, and 3D models
• Assisting with report writing and equipment selection
• Participating in engineering change proposals
• Working on systems integration projects
• Developing 3D models of ship equipment and compartment arrangements
• Quality Control of drawings
• Conducting engineering analysis, such as finite element analysis

Qualifications

• Enrolment in a Naval Architect Engineering program.
• Familiar with AutoCAD
• Interest in Rhino or other 3D modeling software
• Experience in MS Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

*We encourage applicants to apply even if they do not have all of the above qualifications or experience requirements.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements?

Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria.

We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully.

If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are Fleetway! We believe Canada’s maritime fleets need to be reliable and fit for purpose, with crews that are fully trained and supported. We work as a trusted technical partner during design, construction, in-service, and end of life. We are proud to deliver quality professional technical services including Engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Technical Editing, Configuration Management, Project Management, Training, Technical Translation, and Marine Technical Services.

Over the past 40+ years, we have built an outstanding team of people and partners, invested in the tools, and earned an exemplary track record servicing our customers. Everything we do is aimed at developing our people and improving our use of innovation to be the leading professional services provider in the marine industry. We are proud to have earned national recognition as a Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada’s Top Employer.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and Canadian Government Security Clearance.

What We Offer:

The successful candidate will receive a starting salary based on their applicable experience and demonstrated knowledge, skill, and abilities. Additionally, we offer the following:

• We are regularly adding new departments, positions, and functions within Fleetway, as such, we can offer you growth and development opportunities for future career advancement

• We provide direct support to your training and development plans, including support towards our professional certifications, memberships, or designations

• Flexible work hours (with core hours)

• We have Mental Health first aid trained staff in all offices

• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan, with an enhanced focus on mental health and wellness

• Ability to save for your future with our company matching RRSP program

• 15-week maternity leave top-up program

• Employee & Family Assistance Program

• Annual health & wellness reimbursements

• Business casual work environment, with casual Fridays

• A slick company jacket that will definitely make you the envy of your friends