Engineer - Testing And Evaluation - Nete

Engineer - Testing and Evaluation
Weir Marine Engineering
LaSalle, Montreal, Quebec
Hybrid
Purpose of Role: To provide technical assistance to senior project leaders and engineers, in activities related to performance testing, evaluations, or maintenance, to support the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) fleet of surface ships and submarines.
Candidate must have the following in order to obtain a government security clearance required for the position:

• Canadian Citizenship
• Living in Canada a minimum of 10 years

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing plans, designs, calculations, costs and bills of material in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings or other routine technical surveys or inspections; and
• Producing draft technical documentation or reports;
• Conducting technical investigations on various systems, equipment, or components installed or to be installed onboard a RCN ship or submarine;
• Exposure to a shop environment; and possible requirement to travel, on occasion, to perform surveys, testing and evaluations on board a ship or submarine.
• Conducting tests and trials on board a ship or submarine, if needed;
• Performing validation, tests, simulations, integrations, or troubleshooting of equipment, systems or components;
• Reviewing technical documentation related to components, equipment and systems;
• Ongoing communication and interactions with colleagues, and internal stakeholders.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree combined with up to 3 years of practical work experience (consideration will be given to candidates with other engineering degrees and demonstrated experience in the mechanical engineering field);
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Specifically, capable of reading and interpreting technical specifications, customer, industry and business publications, writing technical reports targeted at colleagues, senior management, or customers, French would be an asset;
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for candidates that have the ability to perform the objectives above.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint);
• Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, primarily Solidworks;

What we offer you:
Weir Marine Engineering (WME) has managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE) on behalf of the Government of Canada since 1953. Through this association, WME has developed a unique capability to provide multidisciplinary engineering, testing and consulting services to government and industry.
Benefits

• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Self-directed Mentoring
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education Assistance Program
• Flexible, compressed work schedules, work from home or office
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage as well as:
• Access to development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves

Under the Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination, new employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, unless accommodated due to certified medical contraindications, religion, or other prohibited grounds under the Canadian Human Rights Act.
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
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