Systems Engineer - NETE 
Weir Canada Inc., Weir Marine Engineering
Halifax, NS (alternate possibilities:  Ottawa, ON, LaSalle, QC or Victoria, BC)
Hybrid

Purpose of Role: 

Weir Marine Engineering, which operates the Naval Engineering Test Establishment for the Department of National Defence, has a requirement for a Systems Engineer to play a key role in the design of information systems that will be installed on the new River-class Destroyers.  This is an opportunity to apply systems engineering best practices to complex information systems in the unusual context of a warship.  This is a permanent, full-time, hybrid position based in either Halifax NS, Ottawa ON, LaSalle QC or Victoria BC.  Some work will have to be performed on-site, but there is the possibility of teleworking for much of it.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

Requirements Analysis:  Identify, derive, decompose and document system requirements for RCD IT systems.  Includes organizing, preparing and leading workshops with government and industry stakeholders to define technical, interface and user requirements.  Conduct requirements reconciliation and tracing analysis;

Conduct Investigations and Studies:  Investigate technical solutions; conduct options analysis, cost-benefit analysis exercises and technical reviews; and participate in workshops and meetings with government and industry;

Systems Engineering:  Develop high level architecture, define interfaces to other systems, plan for the physical integration of the systems in the ship (space, weight, power, cooling, racks, cabling), track and assess the impact of new information from stakeholders on the design/test work in progress, and coordinate with information systems subject matter experts who will perform IT detailed design and integration testing;

Documentation:  Produce engineering artefacts including Technical Data Packages (TDPs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), diagrams, plans, schedules, use cases and reports regarding the information systems being developed; and

Safety-First Attitude: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Engineering Knowledge Areas:  Information technology systems engineering, systems security engineering, System Development Life Cycle processes - including familiarity with ISO/IEC 15288, and requirements management and traceability.  INCOSE certification highly desirable;

Technical Knowledge Areas:

Virtualization, cloud, IP networking, RF communication, big data and cross domain solutions;

Structured cabling systems for data communications, including various copper and fibre optic cable types, and the ability to develop cable schedules and drawings;

Application of DND/CAF policies and directives in relation to communication security, emissions security and physical security;

Combat, sensor and weapon systems familiarity is highly desirable;

Cyber security principles and best practices;

Project Management Knowledge Areas:

Industry best practices and processes;

Familiarity with project management, collaboration and productivity tools (Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, SharePoint, Teams, IBM DOORS);

Personal Traits:

Ability to work to tight timelines and take on additional roles or responsibilities when needed;

Demonstrated experience working well with customers of varying levels of technical expertise in complex environments;

High level of motivation with the ability to work in a team or autonomously, on site or from home; and

Excellent English writing skills, including technical artefacts, reports, presentations, and correspondence.

Canadian citizenship, with 10 or more years residing in Canada with no periods longer than six continuous months out of country, is absolutely necessary as part of the requirements to obtain a government security clearance to the minimum level of Secret.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

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Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.