Senior Electrical Engineer

Ultra Electronics Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Halifax is seeking an experienced Electrical/Electronics Engineer to design, develop, and test equipment for naval applications. Candidates must have at least 7 years of relevant experience and be eligible for Canadian government security clearance. The role includes developing engineering solutions, writing reports, and mentoring junior team members. A competitive benefits package is offered, including health and dental benefits, life insurance, and education assistance.

Benefits

Extended health and dental

Life insurance

Education assistance

RRSP and deferred profit sharing

Optional critical illness insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Electrical/Electronics design principles, ideally in complex or regulated sectors.
• Eligible for Canadian government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develops solutions and solves more complex problems to deliver engineering projects on-time, on-quality, and on-budget.
• Writes reports and presents work carried out at peer and design reviews.
• Remains current on trends and emerging technologies and tools.

Skills

Analog and digital design experience

Digital Signal Processing applications experience

Printed Circuit Board layout and proficiency with ECAD tools

Field Programmable Gate Array design

Familiarity with engineering tools such as DOORS, UML, ERP, ECAD and Configuration Management systems

Proficient in standard Office tools

Education

Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Designs, develops, and tests electrical and/or electronic equipment, components, circuits, or systems. Applies mathematical and engineering principles and methods to designs. Requires a bachelor's Degree in electrical and/or electronic engineering. Typically reports to a manager.

Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops solutions and solves more complex problems to deliver engineering projects on-time, on-quality, and on-budget directly impacting positive project outcomes for a variety of circumstances.
• Writes reports and presents work carried out at peer and design reviews.
• Develops processes for team and influences decisions by providing technical advice to team(s).
• Remains current on trends and emerging technologies and tools.
• May provide train, coach and advise more junior team members.
• May estimate engineering packages of work to identify dependencies and ensure the deliverability of assigned work packages.

Technical Skills:

• Analog and digital design experience
• Digital Signal Processing applications experience
• Printed Circuit Board layout and proficiency with ECAD tools
• Field Programmable Gate Array design
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as DOORS, UML, ERP, ECAD and Configuration Management systems
• Proficient in standard Office tools

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
• Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
• Strong knowledge of Electrical/Electronics design principles, ideally in complex or regulated sectors
• Eligible for Canadian government security clearance

Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 4+ years of experience within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries.

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail].

Company: Ultra Maritime