Structures Engineer (Finite Element Analysis)

We have an exciting opportunity for an engineer with a focus on numerical modelling of ship structures (especially naval surface ships and submarines) to join our team in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Our Canadian advisory team is an established engineering research and consulting group specializing in the development and application of advanced engineering solutions for clients in the marine, public safety, and defense sectors.

Formerly operating as Martec Limited, the company has been in business since 1973. Employees in the LR Advisory team enjoy an intellectually challenging and collegial working environment with generous benefits and a corporate culture that places a high value on individual creativity and initiative.

We have flexible working arrangements which allow for a combination of in-office and at-home work.

Work with a team of skilled engineers delivering innovative solutions to a range of client challenges with a focus on the maritime environment (naval, marine, and offshore)

Provide consultancy services at a senior specialist level in areas relating to the structural analysis of vessels using finite element software.

Deliver agreed upon project scope of work on time and on budget

Contribute to, and prepare, technical reports and scientific publications

Provide clear and concise communication with clients and internal/external stakeholders

Build relationships with internal and external clients, take a practical approach in assessing complex problems, and help build the business

Participate in proposal development and business development activities

Take personal responsibility for delivering own goals and targets, without requiring significant supervision

Pursue Continuous Professional Development while maintaining a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness. Manage own development, seeking opportunities for self-development.

Maintain registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Registered/Licensed Professional Engineer with Engineers Nova Scotia or other Canadian professional engineering association

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar.

Eligibility for a Personal Security Clearance with the Canadian Industrial Security Directorate (CISD).

Driver’s license

Significant experience in structural engineering, with a focus on maritime structures/vessels.

Experience in the use of finite element codes and other numerical modelling tools for the analysis of structures.

Experience in the maritime industry

Experience in a consultancy environment

Experience with working for/with the Canadian Department of National Defense

Familiarity with the Lloyd’s Register Classification Rules, IMO codes, SOLAS, Transport Canada, CSA, IEC and ISO and other relevant standards used in the marine and offshore industries

Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs

Is able to self-manage and prioritize tasks towards meeting goals

Is effective at solving problems, trouble-shooting and making timely decisions

Is motivated and willing to take initiatives

Communicates in a structured way and has ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language

Displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment

Responds positively to learning opportunities and is comfortable stepping out of own comfort zone