Posted 4 months ago
Naval Architect
@ Davie
Lévis, Quebec
Overview
Davie is hiring a Naval Architect to support design, development, integration and testing of the Canadian Coast Guard's six Program Icebreakers, leading structural design and supporting construction. The work is full-time and requires bilingual French and English, with English fluency required.
Responsibilities:
- Produce and review engineering drawings and specifications
- Design, develop and test engineering solutions for icebreakers
- Review and support subcontractor design work
- Guide fabrication and assembly of ship structures
- Maintain and monitor weight records
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in naval architecture
- Minimum five years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of classification society and flag state rules
- Experience in a shipyard is an asset
- Proficiency in French and English, English fluency required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Physical demands | computer high |
| Languages | English, French |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Naval Architecture |
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Davie
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 89 |
As a Naval Architect, you will support the design, development, integration, and testing of the Canadian Coast Guard’s future fleet of six Program Icebreakers. The role will lead structural design efforts and support ship construction activities. More specifically you will:
• Support the Engineering Department in producing and reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
• Assist in the design, development, and testing of engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with the Corporate Management System (CMS), safety regulations, and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project objectives on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Review and support subcontractor design work.
• Provide support to the Production Engineering Department.
• Guide the fabrication and assembly of ship structures.
• Maintain and monitor weight records.
• Supervise technicians, technologists, and other engineers, as needed, to review and approve drawings, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and standards, including the rules and regulations of classification societies, IMO, and Transport Canada.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience.
• Experience working with the rules and regulations of classification societies and flag states.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles and methods.
• Experience working in a shipyard is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to complete multiple, complex, detail-oriented tasks and projects on time.
• Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken). Fluency in English is required for this position, as you will interact with English-speaking suppliers, stakeholders or clients
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.
Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.
There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.
At Davie, we forge the monumental!
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