Structures Engineer (Finite Element Analysis) in Halifax

We have an exciting opportunity for an engineer with a focus on numerical modelling of ship structures (especially naval surface ships and submarines) to join our team in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Our Canadian advisory team is an established engineering research and consulting group specializing in the development and application of advanced engineering solutions for clients in the marine, public safety, and defense sectors.

Employees in the LR Advisory team enjoy an intellectually challenging and collegial working environment with generous benefits and a corporate culture that places a high value on individual creativity and initiative. We have flexible working arrangements which allow for a combination of in-office and at-home work.

What we offer you:

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a clear sense of purpose, is guided by values and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes.

The role:

• Work with a team of skilled engineers delivering innovative solutions to a range of client challenges with a focus on the maritime environment (naval, marine, and offshore).
• Provide consultancy services at a senior specialist level in areas relating to the structural analysis of vessels using finite element software.
• Deliver agreed upon project scope of work on time and on budget.
• Contribute to, and prepare, technical reports and scientific publications.
• Provide clear and concise communication with clients and internal/external stakeholders.
• Build relationships with internal and external clients, take a practical approach in assessing complex problems, and help build the business.
• Participate in proposal development and business development activities.
• Take personal responsibility for delivering own goals and targets, without requiring significant supervision.
• Pursue Continuous Professional Development while maintaining a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
• Manage own development, seeking opportunities for self-development.
• Maintain registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Registered/Licensed Professional Engineer with Engineers Nova Scotia or other Canadian professional engineering association.

What you bring:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar.
• Eligibility for a Personal Security Clearance with the Canadian Industrial Security Directorate (CISD).
• Driver’s license.
• Significant experience in structural engineering, with a focus on maritime structures/vessels.
• Experience in the use of finite element codes and other numerical modelling tools for the analysis of structures.
• Experience in the maritime industry.
• Experience in a consultancy environment.
• Experience with working for/with the Canadian Department of National Defense.
• Familiarity with the Lloyd’s Register Classification Rules, IMO codes, SOLAS, Transport Canada, CSA, IEC and ISO and other relevant standards used in the marine and offshore industries.

You are someone who:

• Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs.
• Is able to self-manage and prioritize tasks towards meeting goals.
• Is effective at solving problems, trouble-shooting and making timely decisions.
• Is motivated and willing to take initiatives.
• Communicates in a structured way and has ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language.
• Displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment.
• Responds positively to learning opportunities and is comfortable stepping out of own comfort zone.

About us:

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.

Here at Lloyd’s Register, we care, we share and we do the right thing in every situation. It’s ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed, and continually strive, to lead with our values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development and engagement.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd's Register: Together we are one Lloyd’s Register, committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment, because we believe it is the right thing to do.