Senior Test Specialist, Electrical

Nuclearinst; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,458 - 98,337; Full time

Job summary

Nuclearinst is looking for a Senior Test Specialist in Victoria, BC, responsible for testing, acceptance, and maintenance of various Victoria Class Submarine systems. This role requires strong technical skills, 8+ years of experience, and relevant qualifications in electrical engineering.

The ideal candidate will act as a Test Director and provide mentorship while working within a dynamic technical team. Strong communication and computer skills, as well as the ability to work in an industrial environment, are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related technical experience.
• Marine, offshore oil and gas drilling, naval vessel, or submarine operational experience is an asset.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at heights comfortably.

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing, acceptance, and maintenance activities.
• Act as a Test Director during system testing.
• Contribute to problem-solving in complex technical issues.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Strong communication skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Degree in electrical engineering technology or equivalent experience

Registration as AScT or C.E.T or eligibility for registration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Senior Test Specialist, Electrical (Permanent)

Victoria, BC

Expected Salary: $80,458 to $98,337. To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing, acceptance and maintenance activities for various Victoria Class Submarine (VCS) systems and equipment.
• Act as a Test Director and direct multi-disciplinary employees during the testing of submarine systems and equipment.
• Conduct equipment troubleshooting, fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance.
• Contribute to the determination of solutions to problems and issues of moderate to high complexity and clearly articulate complex technical issues, solutions and risks to all stakeholders (technical and non-technical).
• Work effectively as part of a broader technical team and lead small to medium sized teams to deliver assigned projects or tasks.
• Provide mentorship or guidance for other Test Specialists.
• Record defects using Babcock Canada IT applications.
• Be responsive to Commissioning Managers for dynamic program delivery requirements in a shipyard waterfront environment.
• Draft and review test documentation and work instructions.
• Draft and review lockout/tagout documentation required to make systems safe and conduct commissioning activities.
• Identify risks and opportunities during the course of testing and maintenance.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Strong technical skills including post-secondary education; degree, diploma and/or certificate in electrical engineering technology, or equivalent experience.
• Registration as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) with the applicable provincial association, or eligibility to complete such registration within 12 months of commencing employment.
• 8+ years of related technical experience.
• Marine, offshore oil and gas drilling, naval vessel, or submarine operational experience, an asset.
• Experience operating, testing/commissioning electrical systems, an asset.
• Have the physical ability to climb and descend ladders and stairs to access work areas.
• Have the physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• Have the physical dexterity to allow for working in confined spaces and areas with limited room for movement.
• Is comfortable working on scaffolding at heights and around water.
• Is comfortable working in an industrial environment and around moving equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.).
• Preferred working knowledge in a variety of electrical related technologies:
  • Alternating Current systems and power distribution control systems.
  • Direct Current control systems / motor controls / generators.
  • Lead acid or lithium-ion battery systems.
  • Fibre optic applications.
  • Knowledge of uninterrupted power supplies and switching.
  • Awareness of functional and non-functional system performance testing in new construction or retro-commissioning.
• Strong communication skills; written, verbal and interpersonal.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office suite.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

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