Test Specialist, Electrical (Permanent)
Victoria, BC (Band 5.2).
Expected Salary : $70,340 to $85,971 (base salary determined by the successful candidate’s skills and experience).
Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. Our Canadian team combines talent and expertise with deep global knowledge from operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. In a complex world marked by war, natural disasters and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Working for us, you’ll help ensure Canada’s critical services and assets are ready, reliable and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s purpose : “Creating a safe and secure world, together.”
Key Principles
- Be Curious – challenge the status quo and ask “how might we?”
- Think : Outcomes – measure success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make.
- Be Kind – be kind to ourselves, each other and the planet.
- Collaborate – Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
- Be Courageous – brave, ambitious, determined.
- Own and Deliver – everyone plays a part in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.
Health & Well‑Being
100 % employer‑paid health and dental premiumsA wellness benefit that promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well‑beingEmployee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offering support for a wide range of life’s challengesA maternity / parental‑leave top‑up payment for colleagues as their family grows, planning for the futureBabcock Canada matches a portion of earnings toward our RRSP / DPSP program; colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSAFlexibility in How We Work
Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during holiday closuresA comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus programTraining and support for professional development and professional membership duesResponsibilities
Carry out testing, acceptance and maintenance activities for various Victoria Class Submarine (VCS) systems and equipment.Act as a Test Director and direct multidisciplinary employees during the testing of submarine systems and equipment.Conduct equipment troubleshooting, fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance.Record defects using Babcock Canada IT applications.Draft test documentation and work instructions.Identify risks and opportunities during testing and maintenance.Contribute to the determination of solutions to problems and issues of moderate to high complexity and clearly articulate complex technical issues, solutions and risks to all stakeholders (technical and non‑technical).Be responsive to Commissioning Managers for dynamic program delivery requirements in a shipyard waterfront environment.Other duties as required.Qualifications
Strong technical skills with post‑secondary education; degree, diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology or similar, or equivalent experience.Eligible for recognition as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) or Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) with the applicable provincial association.4 + years of relevant technical experience.Experience troubleshooting main battery, electrical, propulsion and related control and indication systems (specific experience with VCS domain engineering systems) – asset.VCS operational experience, including experience with electrical testing and acceptance of VCS systems – asset.Marine, offshore oil and gas drilling or naval vessel experience – asset.New construction commissioning or retro‑commissioning – asset.Physical ability to climb and descend ladders and stairs to access work areas.Physical ability to walk and / or stand for extended periods.
Physical dexterity to work in confined spaces and areas with limited room for movement.Comfortable working on scaffolding at heights and around water.Comfortable working in an industrial environment and around moving equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.).Strong communication skills; written, verbal and interpersonal.Eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.Additional Information
Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. We welcome everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.
Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.
Applicants, please apply online at https : / / www.babcockinternational.com / careers /
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