Technical Lead, Subsea Controls

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Job Title Technical Lead, Subsea Controls

Reporting To Manager, Sr. Engineering

Work Schedule Hybrid – Halifax, NS

About the Role We are looking for a Technical Lead with expertise in Subsea Controls to join our Subsea Integrated Systems (SIS) team!

Why Moog Focal? Our Moog culture is unlike any other! Every day, millions of people rely on our products for critical power, communication, and control systems. Whether it’s on land, sea, in the air or underwater, our industry‑leading products enable the reliable operation of robots, sensors, and machinery in harsh environments around the world. At Moog Focal, we are technical leaders in global markets, defining and delivering proven engineering solutions for challenging marine, defense, and industrial environments. We specialize in rugged electro‑optical slip rings, fluid swivels, high‑power electrical swivels, advanced fiber‑optic multiplexers, and subsea control systems. Our pursuit of excellence is driven by our commitment to customers. Through direct technical engagement with other leading companies, we create new products and market‑driven solutions that expand customer capabilities while growing our business. We value the skill and commitment of our employees above all else. For people looking for inspiring, creative, and meaningful work in a warm, respectful, family‑like environment, Moog Focal will feel like home.

Our Team We are a multidisciplinary group of engineers and designers who are passionate about creating innovative electromechanical, optical, and electronic products for diverse applications. We thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering high‑performance solutions that operate reliably in the harshest environments. Collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning are at the heart of everything we do.

In This Role Specializing In Subsea Controls, You Will

Lead the development of products and systems with a focus on innovative and reliable designs as well as project support for cost, schedule, and reporting.

Lead design processes and approve related technical documents for products and projects while supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Lead technical support and training for customers, sales teams, and other in‑house groups as required. This could extend to field support.

Lead integration of electronics, firmware, and software into SIS projects.

Lead, mentor, and train small groups of designers/technicians during product development.

Provide inputs on budgeting, resource requirements and design tools.

Stay current with industry practices for electronics design, fiber optics, common protocols, software interfaces, mechanical needs (e.g., packaging, thermal design), and environmental specifications, and especially subsea control system requirements.

Work directly with customers to determine product requirements while adhering to applicable standards, certification requirements, and testing plans.

Assist sales activities including assessment of technical feasibility, customer requirements and specifications; assistance with quotations, proposals, and promotional materials; and participation in trade shows and customer/partner visits as required, which may involve travel.

Adhere to the Company’s quality plan and provide inputs where required.

Participate in other Company project and product developments, particularly related to areas of expertise.

Who You Are

An experienced technical lead with strong leadership capabilities.

A creative and analytical engineer with a passion for electronics/controls design and technology.

A detail‑oriented professional who values quality, precision, and continuous improvement.

A strong communicator who can clearly document and present technical information.

A team player who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

A self‑starter who takes initiative and ownership of projects.

Results‑oriented, with a clear focus on delivering value to customers.

Customer‑focused, building trust through responsiveness and follow‑through.

Strong prioritization skills, enabling effective management of multiple opportunities.

What You Bring

A Degree in Electrical Engineering with 7 or more years of directly relevant experience, typically 10 years with 5+ years related to ruggedized electronics and/or controller products.

Design experience and skill in electronics, embedded systems, AC/DC power, and software, including related CAD and ECAD tools.

Experience in code specification, testing, and debugging.

Experience with communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet, RS‑232/485/422, CAN Bus, I2C, SPI).

Design experience for high reliability based on subsea control standards, such as API 17F.

Experience working on subsea control projects or similar types of systems.

Focus on You It is our core belief that if we take care of our employees, they will take care of our customers, partners, shareholders, and communities where we live and work. We strive to embody our Moog values and live them every day!

Benefits

Your Personal Life is important to us

Flexible working hours

Paid Vacation, personal days and other additional company paid days off

Your health and wellbeing matter!

Competitive Total Pay compensation package, including matching Retirement Savings program and access to complimentary financial advice, Company Profit sharing plan

Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverages available on first day of hire, including sickness/disability coverages

Family and Employee assistance program

Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA & PWA (Healthcare Spending and Personal Wellness accounts)

Your Career Development and Progression matters! Grow your career with us!

We invest in flex assignments, on the job development, self‑directed online courses, mentorship along with other Moog development programs

Company Educational Financial and Professional Development support

Employee Service Anniversary Recognition program

Employee Referral program

We embody a performance culture that empowers and inspires individuals to achieve remarkable things. We make diversity, equity, and inclusion a priority. Our goal is to create a culture where we value, respect, and provide fair treatment and equal opportunities for all employees. Moog aspires to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company where employees are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work every day. By recognizing and celebrating our differences, we cultivate an environment that’s the right fit for every person inside of it.

Please Note: Moog Focal follows Controlled Goods Regulations. Candidates must be able to apply for registration which entails being willing to provide consent to a Controlled Goods security assessment either at time of hire or at another time while employed with Moog Focal and be either a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident in Canada.

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