Mechanical Engineer- AJISS
Thales
Mechanical Engineer- AJISS
Halifax, NS- 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 Mechanical Engineer who will support all mechanical design related activities for TCDS Engineering to fulfill 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 & behavior, and the efficient application of process.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Create project mechanical design CAD models, provide interface control between modules, subsystems and components, and perform compatibility and verification analyses.
Under the supervision of senior P.Eng., perform mechanical compatibility analysis and interface to external support for stress, dynamics, thermal and other special engineering disciplines.
Ensure that mechanical designs are practical, producible and efficient, and that human interface requirements are met where required.
Work with other engineers to provide BOM updates, create or contribute to ECRs, design reports, installation packages and other design artifacts for all program stakeholders.
Assist systems engineers with the decomposition and derivation of requirements as they relate to mechanical, environmental, installation and related systems and processes.
Analyze, define and trace system requirements and recommend performance measures.
Assist with the integration of procured systems in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Support the definition and estimation of work packages.
Assist in the verification and validation of electronic systems.
Provide technical input to the RFP package, and analyse and evaluate RFP responses from suppliers.
Assist with the establishment and maintenance of a project design baseline and provide drawings and layouts.
Develop currency in engineering best practices, methodologies, initiatives and advancements.
Continually seek out learning opportunities and develop new skills that will directly or indirectly benefit the team and TCDS as a whole.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC TASKING
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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
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Well developed verbal skills to interact effectively and professionally in a variety of forums.
Well developed writing skills to prepare effective reports, documents, etc. in a clear and concise format.
The ability to present the department's position and effectively represent its interests.
Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills needed to deal confidently, courteously, and correctly with both internal and external people at any level.
Effective negotiating skills.
APTITUDE
Presenting effective solutions to problems or inefficiencies in the department’s operation.
Making timely decisions, both independently and in concert with others, after a thorough evaluation of all relevant factors.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or systems engineering disciplines or equivalent education with relevant experience.
Min 5 years of engineering experience in a mechanical, systems, etc. discipline, ideally in the defence industry
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
Experience in the Systems Engineering life cycle, including typical modeling tools for design such as Solidworks Mechanical or AutoCAD;
P.Eng or Eligible to obtain P.Eng license
Preferred Qualifications
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. These skills are expected to be developed;
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. These skills are expected to be developed;
Familiarity with Windchill, JIRA and DOORS.
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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 to work in the lab or visit site if it is necessary
Travel: less than 25% domestic
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) $85,000 - $115,000 CAD Annual.
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help 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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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
• 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.