Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer page is loaded## Senior Mechanical Engineerremote type: Hybridlocations: Ottawa: Halifax - John Savage: Mill Bay - Squl’ew'time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0311884Location: Ottawa, CanadaIn fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.For decades, Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today, Canada’s capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canada’s best place to live 2017 by Maclean's, Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND, enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.**Senior Mechanical Engineer- AJISS**Ottawa, Ontario or Halifax, NS or Mill Bay, BC- 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**Support all mechanical design related activities for TCDS Engineering to fulfil 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 & behaviour, and the efficient application of process**Key Areas of Responsibility*** 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* Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate mechanical engineers in delivering their work packages.* Ensure that mechanical designs are practical, producible and efficient, and that human interface requirements are met where required.* Analyze, define and trace system requirements and recommend performance measures.* Assist with the integration of procured systems in a multi-disciplinary**Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or systems engineering disciplines or equivalent education with relevant experience.* Min 10 years of engineering experience with Marine Mechanical Systems, commercial or naval* P.Eng or Eligible to obtain P.Eng license* 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;* 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;* 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 documentationThe Ideal candidate will also have familiarity with Windchill, JIRA and DOORS.If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community**Special Position Requirements**Schedule: 40 hrs/week. Overtime may be necessary depends on the demand and project schedulePhysical Environment: Office environment, (Hybrid- Working from home and at office), sometime requires candidate to work in the lab or shipyard if it is necessaryTravel: