Junior Naval Architect Engineer or Technologist
J.D. Irving, LimitedAbout the role
Are you an engineer or technologist, in the field of naval architecture and looking for an exciting opportunity in the marine industry? Join Fleetway Inc.’s engineering team and be a part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. Through these contracts, Fleetway’s engineers and technologists provide a full range of technical data management and engineering support services to the Royal Canadian Navy. Be part of a team that produces complex designs to support new structures and systems, that will ensure the Royal Canadian Navy is “ready to help, ready to lead, and ready to fight”.
If we sound like a team you’d like to be a part of, and make a difference with, then we’d love to hear from you! We are looking for qualified Jr. Naval Architect Engineers and Technologists for our Dartmouth, NS office.
- Develop and interpret 3D models of equipment, foundations, piping systems, and structures for client vessels.
- Create and interpret 2D drawings, including parts, assemblies, installations, and various diagrams.
- Research vessel documentation, review engineering changes, and confirm documentation accuracy.
- Work on Engineering Changes (ECs) related to ships, systems, and equipment modifications.
- Manage and implement ECs, ensuring new or sustained capabilities.
- Support projects from initial change to installation and acceptance on board vessels.
- Conduct market research, option analysis, system requirement determination, calculations, impact assessments, and write specifications.
- Develop technical studies, drawings, and specifications for government and commercial vessels.
- Report writing and equipment selection.
- Perform structural design and analysis.
- Work on systems integration projects.
- Collaborate with team members.
- Conduct engineering analyses such as finite element analysis, weights, or stability.
- Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture Engineering OR Engineering Technology Diploma in Naval Architecture
- 0-2+ years of experience
- Experience or training in 2D drafting, 3D modeling and engineering design/integration projects (preferably in the marine industry)
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Experience with Shipconstructor considered an asset
- Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Office Suite is considered a strong asset
- Experience in working with Naval Warships and/or within the shipbuilding industry is considered an asset
- Engineering candidates must be licensed, or eligible for licensure, 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.
*We encourage applicants to apply even if they do not have all of the above qualifications or experience requirements.
At Fleetway Inc., we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those belonging to underrepresented groups.
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