Naval Architecture Technologist - NETE

The Weir Group PLC; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Weir Group PLC is seeking a Naval Architecture Technologist to join its team in Victoria, Canada. In this role, you will contribute to engineering and technical projects ensuring the operational readiness of naval assets.

Your responsibilities will include conducting tests onboard ships, validating new equipment, and preparing technical documentation. A diploma in Naval Architecture and the ability to manage tasks are essential. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Completed a Naval Architecture Diploma program (3 years) combined with practical work experience.
• Capable of digesting and drawing conclusions from complex information.
• Capable of planning, coordinating, and tracking tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conducting tests and trials onboard a ship or submarine.
• Performing validation, tests, simulations, or troubleshooting of new equipment.
• Preparing plans, designs, calculations, and cost estimates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project Management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Naval Architecture Diploma program

Job description

Weir Canada Inc., Weir Marine Engineering

Halifax or Victoria

On‑Site - Hybrid

Purpose of Role

As a Naval Architecture Technologist, you’ll contribute to engineering and technical projects focused on testing, evaluation, and maintenance activities. Working under general supervision, you’ll help ensure the operational readiness of Canada’s naval assets while gaining hands‑on experience and preparing detailed reports that inform critical decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting test and trials onboard a ship or submarine;
• Conducting technical investigations and reviewing documentation on various systems, equipment, or component installed or to be installed onboard a RCN ship or submarine;
• Performing validation, tests, simulations, integrations, or troubleshooting of new equipment, systems or components;
• Preparing plans, designs, calculations, cost estimates and bill of materials in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings or other routine technical surveys or inspections;
• Supporting other professionals in the execution of the work in a team environment;
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills, able to meet project deadlines with minimal supervision;
• Ensuring ongoing communication and interactions with customers, colleagues, and internal stakeholders;
• Producing technical documentation or reports for review by immediate supervisor;
• Complying with the requirements of the Integrated Management System (IMS); and
• Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications

• Completed a Naval Architecture Diploma program (3 years) combined with practical work experience;
• Analytical – Capable of digesting and drawing conclusions from complex or diverse information, with the ability to research additional sources to complement existing data;
• Project Management (if assigned own projects) – Capable of planning, coordinating and tracking tasks and resources;
• Specifically, capable of reading and interpreting technical specifications and drawings, customer, industry and business publications, writing technical reports targeted at colleagues, senior management, or customers; and
• Canadian citizenship, with 10 or more years residing in Canada with no periods longer than six continuous months out of country, is absolutely necessary as part of the requirements to obtain a government security clearance to the minimum level of Secret.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.