Waterfront Engineering Senior Electrical Engineer

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

Job summary

An international defense company in Victoria is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support submarine electrical systems. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience, including working with naval industry systems. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums

Wellness benefits

Maternity/Parental Leave top-up

RRSP/DPSP program matching

Agile workplace

Compressed work schedule option

Comprehensive recognition and bonus program

Professional development support

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• 3+ years of submarine specific experience.
• Eligibility for Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the successful delivery of technical deliverables.
• Prepare and approve deviations and waivers for submarine electrical equipment.
• Provide mentoring and professional oversight for a team of engineers.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Naval systems experience

Professional oversight and mentorship

Superior verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Waterfront Engineering Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Summary

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

Expected Salary: $86,879 to $106,185

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Waterfront Engineering Marine Systems – Electrical Team Lead and contribute to the successful delivery of technical deliverables;
• Prepare and approved deviations and waivers for submarine electrical equipment;
• Draft, review, and approve repair specifications for submarine maintenance activities;
• Draft, review, and approve electrical engineering policies, procedures and internal standards;
• Provide mentoring and professional oversight for a team of engineers and technologists;
• Assess, document, and communicate risks associated with submarine engineering systems to both internal and external customers;
• Be responsive to Project Managers for dynamic program delivery requirements in a shipyard waterfront environment;
• Authorize and evaluate Test Forms as part of Joint Test Group on behalf of Engineering;
• Act as the System Group Coordinator and System Lead to provide oversight on complex fault diagnosis activities and system operations; and
• Identify risks, impacts, mitigations, and opportunities

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electrical Engineering, licensed to practice in Canada as a Professional Engineer;
• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience (naval industry considered an asset);
• 3+ years of submarine specific experience (considered an asset);
• Experience in design and maintenance of platform electrical systems such as power and distribution, control and instrumentation, motors, generators and propulsion
• Experience in design and maintenance of combat electrical systems such as radar, sonar and communications
• Experience providing professional oversight and mentorship within a technical team; and
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, including writing formal reports, and making presentations
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

What We Offer

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
• We offer an agile workplace for this position
• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

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.