Modelling & Simulation Engineer

Weir Canada, Inc. is seeking a Modelling & Simulation Engineer to conduct Modelling and Simulation (M&S), Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V), and Integration activities for the River Class Destroyer (RCD) project. The M&S Engineer will also support the RCD Land Based Test Capability (LBTC) Test Program at the Land Based Test Facility (LBTF) in Hartlen Point, NS.

The M&S Engineer may have the opportunity to support other project activities as required, including Synthetic Environment Support, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and Integrated Test & Evaluation (IT&E) activities. This is a full-time, permanent position with a requirement for regular work both in-office and onboard RCN ships.

What you’ll do:

• Modelling & Simulation (M&S): Conducting performance and behaviour M&S of Naval equipment and threats; Development of environmental models and large-scale scenarios; Integration of equipment models into a synthetic ship; Following Configuration and Data Management practices.
• Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V): Analyzing equipment performance using M&S and live test & trials data.
• Synthetic Environment Support: Development of Software Requirements and performing Software Testing; V&V and Accreditation of the Synthetic Environment and its associated M&S and Analysis tools.
• Technical Documentation: Documenting and presenting technical data for stakeholder review; Articulating and presenting detailed technical arguments when necessary in a clear, logical, and simple manner.
• Analysis and Reporting: Developing and documenting code used for Analysis and V&V; Analyzing M&S results.
• Support to Client: Maintaining positive, friendly, collaborative relationships with team members, and internal and external stakeholders; Liaison with subject matter experts, DND customers, and suppliers.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring:

• Security: Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, necessitating Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Canada.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience: Experience in the defence industry or working with Naval systems.
• Soft Skills: Skilled in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels (both in-person and electronically) with peers, supervisors, and clients; Capable of drafting reports, technical correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Technical: Knowledge in simulation, stimulation, war gaming tools; Experience with data analysis of large datasets and statistical analysis; Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle.
• Desirable: Programming experience, especially in MATLAB, Python, or C++; Experience with databases and SQL; Experience using Version Control Software (Perforce, Git).

Why join Weir? We live our values — we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. We’re passionate about our purpose — to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family

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