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The Engineering Technologist II (Specialist II) provides technical and engineering services supporting pipe fabrication, ship repair, conversion, and vessel support projects at Victoria Shipyards. This role liaises between the technical office and Operations, Production, Supply Chain, Planning, and other shipyard departments, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of fabrication and production issues.

The Specialist II supports manufacturing activities by reviewing engineering information, developing production and manufacturing documentation, and providing technical solutions that maintain quality, cost, and schedule objectives. The role actively supports fabrication activities in the pipe shop and onboard vessels while ensuring compliance with customer requirements, Classification Society rules, and regulatory standards.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 825 Admirals Road, Victoria.

What you’ll do

• Provide technical support for piping fabrication, assembly, installation, testing, and production activities.
• Develop manufacturing packages, shop documentation, BOMs, cut lists, bend tables, and other production deliverables from customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Production, Supply Chain, Planning, and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues and support project execution.
• Review and process engineering, manufacturing, and production documentation to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and Classification Society requirements.
• Support project delivery by providing timely technical solutions while maintaining cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Verify fabrication outputs for compliance with engineering requirements and manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain technical records, revisions, markups, and as-built documentation throughout project execution.
• Participate in technical investigations, continuous improvement initiatives, and lessons learned activities.
• Conduct shop and field visits to support fabrication activities and provide engineering assistance.

What you’ll bring

• Diploma in Engineering Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline.
• AScT, PTech, EIT, or . designation (or eligibility) is an asset.
• 5+ years of experience in piping, mechanical systems, production engineering, shipbuilding, ship repair, or a related heavy industrial environment.
• Experience supporting fabrication, manufacturing, or production operations.
• Proficiency with CAD software, technical drawings, and document control systems; 3D modelling experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with ABS, LR, DNV, or other Classification Society requirements is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and piping systems, fabrication processes, engineering principles, and applicable industry standards.
• Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering/document management systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and support activities in office, shop, and vessel environments.

Why you’ll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

The estimated salary for this position is $84,600 - $103,400. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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