Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other.…
Skills: Mechanical design, Engineering analysis, Technical investigations, Engineering change management, SolidWorks
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$84k–$127k/yr
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Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada · Hybrid
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$75k–$120k/yr
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$75k–$120k/yr
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Skills: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Municipal Infrastructure Design, Surface Grading
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
As an Accuracy Control (AC) Engineering Student, you will support laser scanning, point cloud processing, and distortion control analysis while contributing to daily Accuracy Control initiatives that enhance design quali…
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
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Skills: Structural design, Steel design, Concrete design, Wood design, Masonry design
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
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Skills: Environmental services, Project management, Risk management, Technical reporting, Contract management
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Atlantic Road Construction & Paving is a large heavy civil construction company specializing in mass excavation, drilling & blasting, pipe & underground utility placement, concrete placement, and asphalt paving. We are l…
Skills: Heavy civil construction, Mass excavation, Drilling and blasting, Pipe placement, Underground utility placement
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
About Detect At Detect, we’re redefining how organizations see and respond to the world around them. Our mission is to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive smarter decisions. We build cutting-edge…
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Video Engineer Work Location: 6080 Young Street, Halifax, NS (On-site, 5 days per week) Department: Engineering Reports To: Manager, Video Engineering Great engineers are driven by curiosity, innovation, and the challeng…
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Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada · On-site
Project Manager Reporting to the Regional Director - Atlantic, the Project Manager will be responsible for total project delivery of planning, execution and monitoring to ensure compliance with safety, quality, budget an…
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Requisition ID: 101110 Job Category: Engineering Location: Halifax, NS, Canada Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business a…
Skills: Electrical engineering, Power distribution, Protection and control, Grounding, Lighting systems
Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
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Skills: SQL, ETL Testing, Database Testing, Unix, Linux
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
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Skills: Maintenance planning, Scheduling, JD Edwards, CMMS, Troubleshooting
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Join our team and play a key role in supporting the modernization of facilities required for the future production of the River Class Destroyer Program. Working closely with the Infrastructure Project Team, you will lead…
Skills: Procurement, Contract management, Supply chain, Negotiation, Risk management
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Area Managers will lead efforts across multi-disciplined teams to execute the overall strategy and build plans, being directly responsible for all work assigned and performed in their area. They will manage and provide o…
Skills: Leadership, Project Management, Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, Safety Management
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The Junior Mechanical Engineer supports the Engineering Change Team in the assessment, design, and documentation of modifications for naval shipboard mechanical systems. Responsibilities include conducting technical investigations, preparing engineering work packages, and performing engineering calculations for various marine systems.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or systems engineering and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Familiarity with systems engineering principles, mechanical design tools like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and eligibility for a Canadian Secret security clearance are required.
This is a hybrid role in Halifax, NS Canada. Note the role can be hired in Ottawa ON or Victoria BC.
Position Summary
Thales Canada is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support the Engineering Change Program for the Royal Canadian Navy's Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship (AOPS) and Joint Support Ship (JSS) fleets under the AJISS program.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary Engineering Change Team, the successful candidate will support intermediate and senior engineers in the assessment, design, implementation, and documentation of modifications to shipboard mechanical systems. Responsibilities will include engineering work related to propulsion, maneuvering, bilge, ballast, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC, and auxiliary systems. Through mentorship and practical experience, the candidate will develop skills in mechanical design, engineering analysis, technical investigations, and engineering change management while contributing to safe, reliable, and maintainable solutions that meet customer, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
Key Areas of Responsibility
The Junior Mechanical Engineer may assist engineers with some or all of the following:
• Support the implementation and coordination of engineering changes and engineering work packages under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers;
• Conduct technical investigations into problems associated with marine equipment and/or system malfunction, including failure and root cause analysis, risk assessments, and solution development;
• Assist with the development, traceability, verification, and validation of engineering requirements throughout the engineering change lifecycle;
• Conduct Options Analysis;
• Development and review of Engineering plans, processes and procedures;
• Manage or support the preparation and updating of marine system technical documentation including manufacturing drawings, design and materiel specifications, installation and maintenance instructions, and test and trials documentation;
• Prepare documented work scopes suitable for solicitation of quotations from external resources such as OEM’s, manufacturers, suppliers, repair and testing facilities, or specialist service providers;
• Support the development of technical proposals, schedule estimates, and cost estimates for customer approval;
• Perform engineering calculations and support design reviews for piping, hydraulic, HVAC, pneumatic, structural, and mechanical systems; and
• Support onboard surveys, testing, trials, and verification activities to confirm engineering solutions meet operational and technical requirements.
To provide products and customer solutions in consistency with all stakeholders’ needs and entity policies, as well as continuously enhance engineering competitiveness.
Basic Qualifications
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or systems engineering disciplines or equivalent education with relevant experience.
Must Haves (requirements)
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, and time management skills
• High level oral and written communication skills required for report writing and design justification documentation
• Familiarity with Systems Engineering principles and lifecycle processes
• Familiarity with mechanical design and drafting tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Working towards obtaining P. Eng license
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Secret security clearance
• English Language
Personal Competencies Required
• Positive attitude
• Active listener
• Focused and detail oriented
• Thrive in a team environment
• Commitment to professional development
• Passion for health, safety and wellness
Preferred Qualifications
Nice to haves (asset)
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis
• Experience with manufacturing methods and processes
• Experience in ship design, build, operation and maintenance
• Exposure to naval or marine engineering systems and associated standards and regulations, including IMO, SOLAS, Class Society Rules, IEC standards, and Transport Canada regulations
• Awareness of shipbuilding and naval engineering considerations such as shock, vibration, EMC/EMI, drawing standards, and industry design practices
• Familiarity with configuration management principles and engineering change processes
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools such as Windchill
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and bills of material
• Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Jira, and Confluence
Physical Demands
Office / Desk work: > 90%, with periodic inspections and field work in the lab or shipyard if It is necessary
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Be eligible to obtain Canadian Controlled Goods, Reliability and Secret, NATO Secret Clearances
Access to Trade Controlled Items
Access to Controlled Goods
Security Clearance
Schedule: 40 hrs/week. Overtime may be necessary depending on the demand and project schedule
Physical Environment: Office environment, (Hybrid- Working from home and at office), sometime requires to work in the lab or visit site if it is necessary
Travel: <25%
What We Offer
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.
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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.
This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion. The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies. Thales has more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion.
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