Job DescriptionThe Technical Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing project-specific engineering deliverables. They define, manage, and ensure compliance with the technical, regulatory, and contractual requirements of a shipbuilding project. This role is critical in aligning design, engineering, construction, and quality assurance processes with client and regulatory expectations. More specifically, you will:
- Oversee shipbuilding projects from the design phase to delivery.
- Participate in defining and maintaining the scope of work for a specific project with key stakeholders.
- Review and approve technical deliverables from the engineering team before official transmittal.
- Ensure compliance with classification society rules and maritime regulations.
- Collaborate with the Change Management Department for cost and schedule impacts of engineering change requests.
- Provide the team with technical guidance and standards for materials, fabrication methods, and ship systems.
- Act as the technical point of contact for the project-specific engineering team.
- Conduct technical training and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Supervise engineers, naval architects, and technical teams.
- Generate reports on deliverables status, project risks, and engineering changes.
- Provide regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Identify areas for improvement through a lessons-learned process.
- Maintain CMS documentation codification standards across disciplines and specific projects.
- Assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure on-time delivery of engineering work.
- Ensure quality control at all stages of shipbuilding.
- Maintain configuration control by tracking changes.
- Ensure that all systems meet contractual and regulatory requirements before delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture).
- Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in marine engineering or ship design.
- Minimum of five (5) years' leadership experience.
- Experience working with the rules and regulations of classification societies and flag states.
- Experience working in an engineering design organization or consultancy.
- Experience working in a shipyard is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to complete multiple, complex, detail-oriented tasks and projects on time.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
- Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken). Fluency in English is required for this position, as you will interact with English-speaking suppliers, stakeholders, or clients.
