Job Title Engineering Manager

Location Lévis, Quebec, Canada

Salary Negotiable and competitive

Work Opportunity Permanent

Introduction

Ready to lead the engineering team behind Canada's next generation of icebreakers? Our client is looking for an Engineering Manager to support the design, development, integration and testing of the Canadian Coast Guard's future fleet of six Program Icebreakers.

Based in Lévis, you'll manage a team of engineers and technical specialists, act as the key technical link between internal and external stakeholders, and drive a culture of continuous improvement on a landmark national shipbuilding programme.

What will I be doing?

- Manage a team of engineers and technical specialists
- Manage relationships with key stakeholders and act as the technical liaison between internal and external stakeholders
- Work with all technical disciplines to manage technical changes effectively
- Liaise directly with vendors to make sure they meet technical specifications, and monitor and manage subcontractors and their associated risks
- Monitor and proactively manage overall project risks, and take part in risk reviews and engineering estimates
- Provide performance reports to senior management as required
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements within your scope of responsibility
- Ensure compliance with,



and help develop, the Corporate Management System (CMS)
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and standards, including classification society rules, IMO and Transport Canada regulations
- Foster and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation

What do I need to succeed?

Essential:

- A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture or a related field
- At least 10 years' experience in marine engineering or ship design
- At least 5 years' leadership experience
- Experience working with classification society and flag state rules and regulations
- Robust organisational skills, with the ability to deliver multiple complex, detail-oriented tasks and projects on time
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken) - English fluency is required, as you'll work with English-speaking suppliers, stakeholders and clients
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada

Nice to have:

- Shipyard experience

What's my next step?

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you - please click the apply button and we'll be in touch shortly to discuss next steps. Got a question first? Get in touch with Simon Parker at

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