Bracewell Marine is one of the leading marine service shipyards in British Columbia. We both repair and repower vessels, as well as build new marine vessels such as fishboats, tugboats, other commercial vessels, and private yachts up to 130 feet and 220 tonnes. Operating in the Shelter Island Marina in Richmond, BC, we are part of the extensive BC marine industry supporting the 4th largest port in North America and the logging, fishing, tourism, and pleasure craft markets.
We are looking for a Naval Architect/Project Manager to join our diverse and skilled shipyard team. As a rapidly advancing custom boat builder, Bracewell Marine requires project management talent to oversee new vessel construction projects. This is a technical leadership role providing hands-on naval architect and mechanical engineering support, and leading “engineering-to-build” projects. You will work closely with our shipyard general managers, shipyard coordinators, supply chain & logistics team, and our technical trades. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer looking for career advancement in a leadership role.
Responsibilities:
· Lead the execution of new boat construction for pleasure vessels (power boats) and commercial vessels (tugboats, fishboats, pilot boats, etc)
· Develop new construction project, material, and capacity plans
· Develop project BOMs and coordinate with supply chain on all project materials
· Develop production drawings and technical specifications as required
· Establish and execute ITPs (Inspection and Test Plans)
· Cad: Develop part geometries for 2D and 3D CNC
· Cad: Prepare as-built plans
· Develop lean manufacturing processes to enable extremely efficient build processes
· Provide naval architect and mechanical engineering support for all Bracewell teams
· Establish, maintain, and improve engineering documentation, drawing and configuration standards, and BOM structures
· Track and assembly all construction records, equipment manuals and warranties, and operations manuals
Skills & Experience
· Required: Naval Architect with a Mechanical Engineering background
· Required: PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification or experience
· Required: Knowledge of materials engineering, structural engineering and analysis, hydraulic system design, welding and machining
· Required: Extensive knowledge of AutoCAD
· Asset: Ship Constructor and/or Rhino capabilities
· Asset: Understanding of fluid dynamics to assist with hull, propeller, and nozzle specifications, design, and modification
· Asset: Understanding of electrical engineering, industrial electrical systems/controls (gensets, industrial power and controls), and marine electronics systems (navigation controls, stabilizer controls, electric/hybrid drives, etc)
· Asset: Understanding or familiarity with Canadian and Lloyd vessel construction and commissioning standards
Benefits & Other Details
· Full-time, permanent, available immediately, Monday to Friday, 8-hour daytime shifts
· Salary depends on experience and education, $100K minimum
· Equal opportunity hiring practices – We value diversity and are committed to a workplace culture that emphasizes respect, safety, and continuous improvement
· Benefits: Dental, Extended Health (including Vision), Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, AD&D, Paid Sick Days, Mental Health Support Program, RRSP/TFSA Plan, Safety Boots Reimbursement, Education Support, SkilledTradesBC Apprentice Sponsorship, Digital Marketplace Program, Purchasing Discounts
· 170 – 6831 Graybar Road, Richmond, BC
· www.bracewellmarine.com
To apply, please submit a resume and/or letter describing your qualifications to [email protected]
Indigenous Land Acknowledgement: Bracewell Marine Group is located on the ancestral and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples of Canada, specifically: Cayuse, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, Kwantlen, scəwaθenaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsawwassen), Semiahmoo, S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), sqəciyaɁɬ təməxʷ (Katzie), Stz’uminus, šxʷməθkʷəyəmaɁɬ təməxʷ (Musqueam), Umatilla, and Walla Walla. We acknowledge Indigenous Peoples of Canada as the original caretakers and stewards over the lands and waters. (Reference: Native-land.ca)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
