Job Description
Fleetway Inc. is hiring a Senior Electrical Technologist to support exciting, high-impact work from our offices across Canada. You’ll play a key role in major defense projects, helping ensure the Royal Canadian Navy remains ready to help, ready to lead, and ready to fight.
If you're passionate about purpose-driven work, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to contribute meaningfully to Canada’s defense sector—we want to hear from you.
- Develop technical studies, electrical drawings, and system specifications for naval and commercial vessels.
- Select and integrate equipment across various electrical systems.
- Perform analyses of power and communication systems, including voltage drop and short-circuit current calculations.
- Prepare clear, detailed reports to support engineering recommendations and decision-making.
- Integrate engineering changes into existing ship designs while ensuring regulatory compliance and system integrity.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to execute complex systems integration projects.
Education
- A diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology.
Experience & Qualifications
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in 2D drafting, 3D modeling, and engineering design/integration projects.
- Proficient in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD for technical drawing and modeling.
- Comfortable working with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Highly organized with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Experience in naval warship design or marine defense projects is a strong asset.
We're committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fleetway is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.
We encourage applicants to self-identify if they belong to an underrepresented group, as part of our commitment to equitable hiring practices and fostering a truly inclusive workforce.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know—we're happy to help.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.