Senior Electrical Engineer or Technologist

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime engineering company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer or Technologist in Dartmouth, NS. This role involves supporting Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy, requiring a degree in Electrical Engineering, over 8 years of experience, and skills in Microsoft Office. Candidates must be eligible for Canadian government security clearance and licensed with Engineers Nova Scotia. Responsibilities include developing technical studies and performing electrical analyses.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in applicable experience.
• Candidates must be licensed as a professional engineer with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain Canadian government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical studies, drawings, and specifications for vessels.
• Perform electrical load calculations and voltage drop analyses.
• Prepare single-line and schematic diagrams for power and communication systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Job description

Overview

Are you an engineer or technologist with a passion for electrical systems? Do you want your work to directly support Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy and the Royal Canadian Navy?

Fleetway Inc. is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer or Technologist to join our team in Dartmouth, NS, Ottawa, ON, or Victoria, BC. In this role, you’ll contribute to the , delivering in-service support that keeps Canada’s fleet mission-ready.

If you're purpose-driven, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make a real impact in Canada’s defense sector — we’d love to hear from you.

We're committed to diversity, equity and inclusion

Fleetway is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know—we’re happy to help.

Qualifications

Education

A degree in Electrical Engineering or diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Experience & Requirements

8+ years of hands-on experience in applicable experience

Skilled in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and departments

Excellent organizational abilities with a detail-oriented mindset

Experience in Naval Warship design or marine defense projects is considered a strong asset

Engineering candidates must be licensed as a professional engineer (or engineer-in-training) with Engineers Nova Scotia and must maintain their licensure in good standing for the duration of their employment as an engineer.

Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain Canadian government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical studies, drawings, and specifications for government and commercial vessels
• Perform electrical load calculations, voltage drop and short circuit analyses, cable sizing, and protective device selection/coordination
• Evaluate electrical, control, and combat systems, components, and products
• Prepare single-line and schematic diagrams for power, control, communication, and combat systems
• Select appropriate equipment and write detailed technical reports
• Incorporate engineering changes into existing designs
• Support systems integration projects across various platforms
• Conduct analyses of power distribution and communication systems