Project Engineer

OverviewDRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 100 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Engineering Manager, the Intermediate Project Engineer – Power Electronics is responsible to coordinate and monitor the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment. This role will manage a wide variety of projects and electrical design activities of varying scope and scale, including schedule development and maintenance, generation of EAC, ETC and other program metrics, milestone creation and tracking, and subcontract documentation deliverable management.As Project Engineer, your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Project management of a wide variety of electrical design activities of varying scope and scaleProvide budget, cost, and schedule input for design assignments, including EAC, ETC, milestone reports and schedule performanceProvide programmatic assistance and direction for electrical design activitiesReview customer specifications and requirements and work with the engineering team to develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variableEnsure design compliance with all project requirementsAssist in the creation and management of ILS requirements, including technical manuals and other supporting documentationWork with the Engineering Manager to determine resource requirements based on project statusCommunicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, and the customer as requiredParticipate in the preparation of more complex and significant proposalsQualificationsWhat you require to be successful in the role:Possession of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar or equivalent work experienceMinimum of five (5) years of experience with electrical design in a light manufacturing environmentMinimum of five (5) years of project management experiencePMP or equivalent designation is desiredFamiliarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is preferredAdvanced knowledge of project management tools and software, including Microsoft Office SuiteRecent experience using MS Project, MS Access would be desirableRecent experience using GitHub would be desirableStrong electrical aptitudeExcellent technical writing, planning, and project management skillsStrong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skillsExcellent time management skills and is able to set and achieve goals and objectivesBenefitsBenefits of working with DRS:A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matterAn opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technologyFlexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balanceIndustry leading wellness program including:Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcareAn exceptional mental health benefitAccess to Employee and Family Assistance ProgramCompetitive compensation including:Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resourcesRegistered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planningMaternity and Parental leave top-upVacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days offAbout DRS Pivotal PowerAbout DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group.All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com/careers#DRSCanada #J-18808-Ljbffr