Senior Naval Architect

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider in Victoria, BC is looking for a Naval Architect to provide engineering direction and oversight for submarine structural repairs. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, be a certified Professional Engineer, and have over 8 years of relevant experience. Offering a flexible work schedule and comprehensive benefits, this role supports critical projects for the Royal Canadian Navy.

Benefits

Contributions towards physical and mental health

Wellness days

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Employer matching of retirement contributions

Qualifications

• 8+ years of structural or marine engineering experience.
• Experience in stability and docking in a Professional Engineer capacity is preferred.
• Eligibility for Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional engineering direction and oversight for submarine steel structures.
• Produce and certify repair specifications, including structural calculations.
• Technically manage a small team of junior engineers.

Skills

Structural engineering

Marine engineering

Project management

Technical report writing

Team leadership

Education

Engineering degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Certification as a Professional Engineer (PEng)

Job description

Overview

Location: Victoria, British Columbia, CA, V8Z 0B9

Onsite or Hybrid: Victoria, BC

Expected Salary: 86,879 to 106,185

In determining the final salary, Babcock will consider a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and be presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

Underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, asset management, and specialist training, Babcock International works with customers around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the key market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear.

In Canada, Babcock works in the Marine sector, where our teams provide critical and complex support to Canada’s submarine fleet. Our Canadian team is proud to be trusted to deliver key naval in-service support for the Royal Canadian Navy. We also operate in the Aviation sector, where Babcock ensures that the aircrew trainees of our partner nations receive the world’s best flying training. We deliver vital aerial emergency services and are proud to have been selected by the Government of Manitoba to deliver their wildfire suppression services, as well as key components of their critical air ambulance services.

Whether it is providing technical training instruction, developing training materials or maintaining critical training assets, Babcock is trusted by its customers to deliver world-class training solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional engineering direction and oversight within the waterfront Naval Architecture team for the analysis and repair of submarine steel structures and hull systems;
• Review paint or structural surveys, non-destructive inspection reports and technical queries and provide technical responses, engineering reports, repair specifications, or requests for repair deviations or waivers;
• Produce and certify repair specifications, including structural calculations and technical drawing packs, for submarine repair requirements;
• Generate or review structural work packages and contract documentation for submarine maintenance periods;
• Provide engineering direction and support to the build-up and testing of submarine hull and structural systems;
• Participate in hazard identification and risk assessments for submarine structural systems;
• Technically manage a small team of 2-3 junior engineers or technicians and provide engineering mentorship for issues related to structural analysis, material selection, repair requirements, etc.;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders including project management, quality assurance and supply chain teams;
• Interface with external contractors and customers including Seaspan’s submarine production workforce and the Department of National Defence’s design and system authorities and on-site management team; and,
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• An engineering degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution;
• Certification as a Professional Engineer (PEng) with the applicable provincial association;
• 8+ years of structural or marine engineering experience;
• Experience in stability and docking in a Professional Engineer capacity is highly preferred;
• A comprehensive understanding of marine structures and their design or maintenance requirements;
• A demonstrated capability to oversee the development of complex technical solutions for the repair of steel structures;
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, including writing formal reports, and making presentations;
• Eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

Benefits

• Contributions towards an employee’s physical and mental health
• Wellness days
• Supportive work life balance: flexible work schedule and competitive annual vacation time off
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave top-up available
• Employer matching of employee retirement contribution
• Employee recognition and bonus programs
• Support of professional development and reimbursement of membership dues
• Relocation assistance for individuals and families

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

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