Senior Naval Architect

BMT

Senior Naval Architect at BMT providing expertise in Naval Architecture for diverse engineering solutions. Collaborating with teams on complex projects in a flexible hybrid environment.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeOttawa • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$105,000 - CA$150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Naval Architecture, including conducting calculations, managing technical work, and mentoring staff. Maintains compliance with engineering standards and ethics while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Naval ArchitectureHydrostaticsInclining ExperimentsSystems IntegrationShip Construction

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Hard Skills

Naval Architectural CalculationsTrim ExperimentsIncline ExperimentsTechnical Work ManagementBest Practice Evaluation

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Ship SurveysEngineering Changes

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Marine EngineeringDegree in Naval ArchitectureProfessional Engineering RegistrationCanadian Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Naval ArchitectureMarine EngineeringShipyardsDockyardsClass and Original Equipment Manufacturers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide Naval Architecture advice and support to external and internal customers.
Manage your own technical work and evaluate its effectiveness to improve best practice.
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Comply with relevant business and ethics codes of conduct.
Maintain your technical competency in your area(s) of specialization.
Conduct Naval Architectural calculations on small to large platforms.
Conduct Trim and Incline experiments and generate associated calculations and documentation.
Work with Shipyards, Dockyards, Owners, Class and Original Equipment Manufacturers to conduct ship surveys for design and engineering changes.
Mentor BMT staff who are developing skills, qualifications and experience in their domain.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture;
Minimum 10 years of experience in Naval Architecture;
Existing registration or ability to obtain registration with Professional Engineering governance body in Province of work;
Eligible for a Canadian security clearance.
Detailed knowledge and experience in hydrostatics, inclining experiments, systems integration, ship construction, or repair.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)
Employee and Family Assistance program
Parental/Maternity leave top-up program
RRSP or TFSA matching program
Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement
Training and development opportunities
Employee recognition program
Employee referral program