Senior Electrical Engineer

Who we are...

Vard Marine is the market leader in designing specialized ships to meet diverse mission requirements in harsh operating environments – vessels such as polar research ships, multi-role patrol vessels and innovative commercial offshore ships, are only few examples in our large portfolio. With an integrated team located in offices throughout the world, we continue to grow by broadening our product range, expanding our market reach, and adapting our core competencies and skill sets to align with growing demands. By continually evolving our product offerings and broadening our scope of supply we strive hard to achieve excellence in supporting a diverse customer base.
The integrity and reliability of our vessels are vital. We create bespoke designs and service packages tailored to the unique needs of each client and each engagement. We are experienced, innovative, global and the best at what we do.
If you are ready to unleash your potential and participating in shape the new generation of specialized vessels, read on!

Why you should join us...

• We invest in training & development of our people.
• We offer flexible work environment with Work from Home options.
• We offer competitive benefits that includes Health & Wellness subsidy.
• We top up your 3 weeks paid vacation with additional paid time off.
• We share our profit and offer merit bonuses.
• And much more…

• Perform and review concept and detail design of ship electrical and control systems,
• Perform and review equipment and installation specifications
• Perform and review testing, commissioning procedures
• Perform and review documents to Classification Societies and respond to their queries
• Review supplier documents and comment
• Supervise engineers and designers including training, mentoring and assigning tasks
• Perform design checks and reviews to meet quality control and assurance requirements.
• In addition to performing discrete technical tasks within larger projects, employees may perform the role of Project Manager.
• Liaise with clients and build trusting relationships.
• Prepare and present reports to clients in face-to-face meetings
• Provide technical support to business development and sales efforts
• Assist with technical propulsion preparation.
• Willingness to lead functional groups within company (i.e., technical groups, quality, etc.)
• Communicates clearly and can complete work within budget and deadlines
• Advanced report writing skills, including technical papers and conference presentations.
• Develop and recommend new policies, primarily within discipline or assigned functional groups.

• Will hold a minimum qualification of a recognized Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent engineering degree in a related field.
• Will typically have 10+ years of post-graduation experience in industry
• Has an advanced working knowledge of primary computer software programs necessary to complete
• Experienced with electrical and control systems on ships including generators, power distribution, switchboards, breakers, motor controls, variable speed drives, passive and active harmonic filters, EMC management, fire protection, public address, lighting, cable management, data networks
• Experienced with equipment FAT, FMEA, audits, ship commissioning and start-up
• Fluent in written and verbal English with excellent communication and technical writing skills
• Experienced in proposal writing and development
• Experienced in physical layout design of equipment, tray, lighting, instruments, fire protection, controls
• Experienced in design of cable block, wiring and termination diagrams, cable schedules, motor and control schematics, electrical drive systems, panel layout and schedules
• Working knowledge of Classification Society, IMO, SOLAS rules and regulations, international electrical standards, equipment survivability conditions
• Experienced with integration of ship-specific equipment such as IPMS, IAS, SCMS, PMS, electric propulsion and electrical generation systems, battery storage hybrid systems
• Working understanding of budgets, progress reporting, earned value management, Gantt charts, schedules
• Professional Engineer designation is required.

Competitive Salary Range: CA $125,000.00 to $140,000.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications, as outlined in the job description/posting. Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific position.

Want to Learn More?
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Disclaimer
The list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive and the organization reserves the right to make changes to the job description in the future.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Vard Marine Inc. is committed to providing equal treatment with respect to employment according to the prohibited grounds of discrimination as established under human rights legislation.