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As the Marine Automation Specialist, will support the design, development, integration, and testing of the Canadian Coast Guard’s future fleet of six Program Icebreakers. This role will lead structural design efforts and support ship construction. More specifically you will:
• Support the Engineering Department in producing and reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
• Assist in the design, development, and testing of engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with the Corporate Management System (CMS), safety regulations, and best practices.
• Review and support subcontractor design work.
• Support and maintain weight records.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and standards, including the rules and regulations of classification societies, IMO, and Transport Canada.
• Ensure the ship’s automated systems are fit for purpose and can function continuously.
• Liaise directly with vendors to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
• Engage with all technical disciplines to ensure functional alignment and sequencing deliver the expected performance of automated systems.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) as required.
• Manage the input/output (I/O) list for automated systems.
• Support ship acceptance and commissioning.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the field of marine electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience working with the rules and regulations of classification societies and flag states.
• Familiarity with the implementation of new technologies would be considered an asset.
• Experience working in a shipyard is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to complete multiple, complex, detail-oriented tasks and projects on time.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken). Fluency in English is required for this position, as you will interact with English-speaking suppliers, stakeholders or clients.
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.
Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.
There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.
At Davie, we forge the monumental!
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Based in Lévis, Quebec, Davie is Canada's largest shipbuilder and a global leader in delivering specialized and mission-critical vessels for government and commercial customers. Working at Davie means living the immense every day and embarking on an adventure where every project is a monumental masterpiece. It's about facing challenges head-on, with unwavering resolve and nerves of steel. Being part of Davie brings a sense of pride as immense as the ships we build. It's not just about ambitious projects backed by impressive benefits; it’s about pushing our boundaries to achieve something far greater than yourself. Davie is where you forge the monumental.