In this role, you will:
• Carry out testing, acceptance, and maintenance of Victoria Class Submarine (VCS) systems and equipment.
• Act as Test Director, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams in the execution of complex submarine testing activities
• Diagnose faults, troubleshoot issues, and perform corrective maintenance to ensure system readiness and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to Test Specialists executing test procedures.
• Resolve complex technical issues, clearly communicating risks, solutions, and impacts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Lead small- to medium-sized teams and collaborate effectively within a broader technical organization to deliver program objectives.
• Provide mentorship or guidance for other Test Specialists.
• Record defects using Babcock Canada IT and/or Government controlled systems.
• Support Commissioning Managers and Field Service Lead in a dynamic shipyard waterfront environment, responding to evolving program needs
• Draft, review, and maintain test documentation and work instructions to support commissioning, maintenance, and production activities.
• Draft and review lockout/tagout (LOTO) documentation to ensure systems are safely isolated for commissioning activities, production repairs, and other operational requirements.
• Coordinate and assist in the application of lockout/tagout procedures, working with cross-functional representatives including external contractors and internal departments as required.
• Utilize and develop proficiency in company-specific software systems (SAP and/or IFS) to support daily operational, maintenance, and documentation activities.
• Other duties as required.
The ideal candidate brings:
• Strong technical skills including post-secondary education; degree, diploma and/or certificate in electrical engineering technology or mechanical/electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Eligible for recognition as AScT, CET, EIT, or P. Eng. designation, as applicable, in British Columbia and/or Nova Scotia.
• 8+ years of related technical experience
• Experience in marine, naval, submarine, or offshore oil and gas operations considered an asset.
• Hands-on experience operating, testing, or commissioning electrical systems is an asset
• Ability to work safely in physically demanding environments, including climbing ladders, working at heights, and operating around water.
• Capable of standing or walking for extended periods and working effectively in confined or restricted spaces.
• Demonstrated physical dexterity to perform tasks in tight, complex work environments.
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment around moving equipment (e.g., forklifts, cranes).
• Preferred working knowledge in a variety of Electrical systems and electronics related technologies:
o Alternating Current systems and power distribution control systems.
o Direct Current control systems
o Fibre optic applications.
o Knowledge of uninterrupted power supplies and switching.
• Strong communication skills; written, verbal and interpersonal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer applications.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain Canadian Secret Security Clearance and ITAR clearance.
