Test Facility Electrical Engineering Specialist - NETE in Dartmouth

Weir Canada, Inc. is seeking a Test Facility Electrical Engineering Specialist to provide expertise in Land Based Test Capability (LBTC) and Facility (LBTF), as well as Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services in support of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). The role involves offering multi-disciplinary engineering and technical services related to the River Class Destroyer (RCD) Naval Combat System.

The LBTC/LBTF Specialist will:

• Review, develop, and integrate mechanical systems, along with conducting IV&V activities in support of the RCD LBTC Test Program, primarily at the LBTF in Hartlen Point, NS.
• Support other project areas as required, including Integrated Test Evaluation and Acceptance (ITEA), Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Performance Modelling and Simulation (M&S), and Synthetic Environment Support activities.

This is a full-time, permanent position with a requirement for regular work both in-office and onboard RCN ships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Integration Development: Review, develop, and integrate electrical sub-systems and systems into the LBTF by assisting with detailed design, reviewing cable run sheets, electrical load analysis, interface specifications, equipment integration, and set to work activities.
• Verification & Validation (V&V): Execute V&V activities for systems, software, and hardware; evaluate test plans, procedures, scenarios, and results; ensure traceability and meeting verification criteria; monitor test activities; and identify, document, and mitigate risks and anomalies.
• Technical Documentation: Review technical documentation such as system requirements specifications, interface control documents, system design descriptions, hazard analysis reports, and equipment installation plans.
• Support to Client: Maintain positive, friendly, collaborative relationships with team members, and internal and external stakeholders; liaise with subject matter experts, DND customers, and suppliers.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to zero harm behaviours in support of developing a world-class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Mandatory: Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which necessitates Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Canada.
• Mandatory: Engineering technologist diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or computer science, or candidates with equivalent military experience supporting the Royal Canadian Navy in combat system engineering.
• Desirable: 10 years of significant and recent experience in a related field, including familiarity with System, Software and Hardware Verification & Validation techniques and processes.
• Mandatory: Skilled in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels (both in-person and electronically) with peers, supervisors, and clients; capable of drafting reports, technical correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Desirable: Proficiency in software configuration control, systems engineering lifecycle, requirements management tools, and knowledge in simulation, stimulation, and analysis tools.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world-leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient, and sustainable. Weir’s technology enables customers to 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.