Software Engineer

Software Engineer
Division: Weir Minerals - NETE
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Onsite

Purpose of Role: Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a Software Engineer in the Ship Survivability team.  This permanent full-time position is based in Halifax (NS) at the Naval Dockyard with teleworking possibilities. Weir operates and manages the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in Montreal with detachments in Halifax, Victoria and Ottawa/Gatineau. Our team of experts support the Royal Canadian Navy and DND with test and evaluation services in a wide variety of technical areas.
 
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Key Responsibilities: 
•    Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
•    Evaluation and validation of shipboard equipment performance and compliance to military requirements for the shore-based naval electronic system test ranges;
•    Support current team of engineers/programmers with system integration and enhancements to current test range hardware/software suite of tools;
•    Develop and improve Graphical User Interfaces and test equipment automation;
•    Investigate technical problems with end users and develop custom solutions;
•    Test and validate software product with simulated and real hardware signals, including test equipment and ship equipment; and
•    Draft technical documentation such as Specifications, User manual & Test plan.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications: 
•    Knowledge of classic (C++, Python) and visual programming languages (LabVIEW);
•    Knowledge of computer hardware interfaces (GPIB, RS-232, USB, Ethernet, etc.);
•    System and test equipment integration (hardware/software);
•    Excellent organizational skills with attention to details and quality;
•    Ability to work as a member of a team;
•    Proficient technical writing in English and ability to communicate effectively at all levels with peers, supervisors and clients; and
•    General office tools skills (Windows, Excel, Word, Visio).

Desirable Knowledge:
Naval ship electronic technology including communications, navigation, electronic warfare (ECM & ESM), or interested by.

Education/Experience:
•    Diploma or Bachelor degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or equivalent);
•    3 years min. related experience preferably in a Testing environment including exposure to instrumentation and/or LabVIEW.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations, Special Skills: 
•    Eligible to obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which requires Canadian citizenship and 10 years of residence in Canada (MANDATORY). 
•    Work Environment:
•    Diverse and inclusive workplace with flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits package.
•    A combination of office and test facility environments, with possibility to work from home;
•    Occasionally required to perform work outside or onboard ships;
•    Occasional short duration travel to other test locations in Canada; 
•    Under the Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination, new employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, unless accommodated due to certified medical contraindications, religion, or other prohibited grounds under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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.

Weir Marine Engineering provides a broad range of multi-disciplinary engineering and technical services related to naval equipment, including marine systems, combat and control systems, and information and communication systems. Although primarily focused on Canadian Navy ships and submarines, some of the facilities and services are also available to the private sector.

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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.

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