Senior Engineer/Technologist (marine/aerospace experience)

Insight Global; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our shipbuilding team in Ottawa. You will develop and interpret detailed piping and HVAC models using ShipConstructor, coordinate with structural, outfitting, and electrical teams, and verify alignment with project standards.

The role requires 5-8+ years in shipbuilding or related sectors, proficiency in ShipConstructor or strong CAD experience, and ability to interpret drawings and class rules.

Qualifications

• Completion of a diploma from a 3-year technical program OR an undergraduate university degree in Engineering.
• 5-8+ years of experience in shipbuilding, marine, shipbuilding design, aerospace, or defense.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret detailed 3D models of piping and HVAC systems using ShipConstructor.
• Identify, communicate, and help resolve integration and functionality issues within piping and HVAC systems.
• Verify model accuracy to ensure alignment with project specifications, classification requirements, and applicable standards.
• Review legacy vessel documentation and assess approved engineering changes to maintain accurate project records.
• Collaborate with structural, outfitting, and electrical teams to avoid clashes and support smooth system integration.
• Use ShipConstructor for daily modeling tasks and Navisworks for 3D model review and coordination.
• Interpret engineering drawings, class rules, and marine standards to support design development.

Skills

Piping & HVAC design

3D modeling interpretation

Education

Diploma in engineering technology or Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

ShipConstructor

CAD

Job description

• Completion of a diploma from a 3-year technical program OR an undergraduate university degree in Engineering
• (4-6 ok) 5-8+ years of experience in shipbuilding, marine, shipbuilding design, aerospace, or defense.
• Proficiency in ShipConstructor OR strong CAD experience with 3D modeling.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, class rules, and engineering design standards.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of shipbuilding systems, marine piping, HVAC routing, and equipment layout principles.
• Experience working with naval warships, or within the defence or shipbuilding sectors.
• Knowledge of shipyard manufacturing processes and installation methods.

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join the team with one of our largest shipbuilding clients full-time. The successful candidate will sit out of their Ottawa office full-time and will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and interpret detailed 3D models of piping and HVAC systems using ShipConstructor.
• Identify, communicate, and help resolve integration and functionality issues within piping and HVAC systems.
• Verify model accuracy to ensure alignment with project specifications, classification requirements, and applicable standards.
• Review legacy vessel documentation and assess approved engineering changes to maintain accurate project records.
• Collaborate with structural, outfitting, and electrical teams to avoid clashes and support smooth system integration.
• Use ShipConstructor for daily modeling tasks and Navisworks for 3D model review and coordination.
• Interpret engineering drawings, class rules, and marine standards to support design development.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position.

Artificial intelligence tools are used to assist in screening and assessing applicants

for this position.

This role is to fill an existing vacancy.

This role has a salary range of CAD $75,000-130,000