Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Ottawa, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. For decades, Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today, Canada’s capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canada’s best place to live 2017 by Maclean's, Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND, enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.

Senior Mechanical Engineer- AJISS

Ottawa, Ontario or Halifax, NS or Mill Bay, BC- Hybrid

Regulatory Compliance Requirements

Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR

Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level

Position Summary We have a current vacancy for a

Senior. Mechanical Engineer

to join our Team who will support all mechanical design related activities for TCDS Engineering to fulfil project requirements with respect to cost, schedule, scope and quality.

Establish and maintain effective interfaces with Systems Engineering, CM/DM, V&V, Integration and all other TCDS groups to provide a cohesive solution to project goals, challenges and issues.

Ensure that the Mechanical Engineering team contributes directly to TCDS success through innovation, competitive thinking & behaviour, and the efficient application of process

Key Areas of Responsibility

Resolve issues related to Unsatisfactory Condition Reports (UCR’s) and Notification Defects (ND’s) for the Arctic Offshore Patrol Vessels (AOPV) including the following:

Research issues and technical data to create Options Analysis Presentation and Report that list solution options

Develop Engineering Change (EC) specifications (installation/Removal) and drawings

Perform heat load calculations for EC changes as required

Initiate Technical Information Requests (TIR)

Specify mechanical equipment for procurement

Develop requirements for ship surveys

Create estimates for equipment, material and labour (including sub-contractors)

Self-manage all aspects of the EC change

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate mechanical engineers in delivering their work packages.

Ensure that mechanical designs are practical, producible and efficient, and that human interface requirements are met where required.

Analyze, define and trace system requirements and recommend performance measures.

Assist with the integration of procured systems in a multi-disciplinary

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or systems engineering disciplines or equivalent education with relevant experience.

Min 10 years of engineering experience with Marine Mechanical Systems, commercial or naval

P.Eng or Eligible to obtain P.Eng license

Comprehensive understanding of naval systems and design standards for commercial and naval platforms following IMO and Class requirements, Lloyds Register Rules & Regulations, IEC standards, IMO Regulations, SOLAS regulations, Transport Canada marine Acts and Regulations;

Experience in ship design, build, operation and maintenance;

Experience with Canadian ship building requirements for shock and vibration, EMC/EMI, drawing standards and industry design standards;

High level of planning, task management, analytical, and time management skills

High level oral and written communication skills required for report writing and design justification documentation

The Ideal candidate will also have familiarity with Windchill, JIRA and DOORS.

If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

Special Position Requirements Schedule: 40 hrs/week. Overtime may be necessary depends on the demand and project schedule

Physical Environment: Office environment, (Hybrid- Working from home and at office), sometime requires candidate to work in the lab or shipyard if it is necessary

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC) $120,000 - $165,000 CAD Annual.

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screen and assess applications

and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

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Benefits

Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

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