As a Naval Architect, you will support the design, development, integration, and testing of the Canadian Coast Guard’s future fleet of six Program Icebreakers. The role will lead structural design efforts and support ship construction activities. 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.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project objectives on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Review and support subcontractor design work.
• Provide support to the Production Engineering Department.
• Guide the fabrication and assembly of ship structures.
• Maintain and monitor weight records.
• Supervise technicians, technologists, and other engineers, as needed, to review and approve drawings, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and standards, including the rules and regulations of classification societies, IMO, and Transport Canada.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience.
• Experience working with the rules and regulations of classification societies and flag states.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles and methods.
• Experience working in a shipyard is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to complete multiple, complex, detail-oriented tasks and projects on time.
• 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
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
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.