Job Title Architectural Technologist

Location Canada

Salary Negotiable and competitive

Work Opportunity Permanent, hybrid

Introduction

Love turning engineering ideas into precise, buildable drawings? We’re working with an engineering organisation that tackles some of the most important engineering challenges of our time, and they’re looking for a Marine Designer Technologist to join their multi-disciplinary team in Canada.

You’ll produce 2D drawings and 3D models for ships and submarines across structural, mechanical and electrical domains – from survey through to fabrication and installation – with the guidance of senior colleagues and real support for your career growth. Diversity, equity and inclusion sit at the heart of how they work, as does their commitment to a safer, more efficient and sustainable future.

What will I be doing?

- Create new and update existing 2D and 3D ship and submarine drawings covering structural, mechanical and electrical domains
- Apply project and company CAD standards, drawing conventions, title block requirements, revision control and configuration management procedures
- Carry out ship and submarine surveys and site verification – validating existing structures and system configurations, incorporating as-fitted details into drawing packages, and producing survey reports in client, Class or standard formats
- Apply IMO regulations, Class Society rules, Transport Canada Regulations and Canadian Forces Technical Orders
- Resolve technical issues of moderate scope and complexity – developing design or technical specifications for complex repairs, and assessing structures and systems against codes and standards to determine required repairs, design changes and refits
- Provide input to risk assessments for design and repair specifications
- Support the Capability departments in delivering engineering services to internal and external customers, working independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team




- Work within the Quality Management System (QMS), business and ethics codes of conduct, and engineering best practice under the guidance of senior staff
- Mentor junior staff as they develop their technical competency
- Help shape a positive team culture through feedback, team building and wellness activities

What do I need to succeed?

- A College Technologist Diploma in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline
- At least 5 years’ CAD and drafting experience producing engineering, detailed design or production drawings for ships, submarines or other marine assets
- Advanced 2D drafting and 3D modelling skills in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino or similar
- Provincial certification as an Engineering Technologist
- Proven experience producing general arrangements, structural drawings and details, equipment layouts (including system schematics, piping arrangements and electrical wire diagrams), and detailed fabrication and installation drawings
- Knowledge of marine and ship design, including staged design development and maintaining design intent
- Proven experience applying IMO regulations, Class Society rules, Transport Canada Regulations and Canadian Forces Technical Orders
- Eligibility for Canadian security clearance
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada

Nice to have:

- Experience supporting a Marine Drawing Office
- Practical experience with marine platform systems (small or large boats)
- Experience in a quick-paced commercial shipyard environment
- Knowledge of Department of Defence drawing templates and standards

What’s in it for me?

- A competitive salary based on your skills, ability and experience
- Medical, dental and vision plan, including a Health Care Spending Account
- Flexible working hours and hybrid working
- RRSP or TFSA matching
- Parental/maternity leave top-up
- Employee and Family Assistance Programme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee recognition and referral programmes

📌 Architectural Technologist (Canada)
🏢 Matchtech
📍 Canada