Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Aversan Inc. (www.aversan.com) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. Aversan delivers leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.

We are currently seeking a qualified Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our team. The Mechanical Engineer will play a role in a multi-disciplinary project team developing new and innovative solutions for the Royal Canadian Navy and its partners in the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) domain.


Location: Dartmouth, NS
Job Type: Full-time
Working Arrangement: On-site

 

Responsibilities

 

• Design and develop mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with requirements through analysis and testing.
• Create, review, and approve CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and BOMs to applicable standards.

• Plan and execute design verification and qualification tests for key performance parameters.
• Plan and execute environmental qualification testing (shock, vibration, pressure, corrosion, and thermal cycling).
• Prepare detailed test reports, analyze results, and recommend design improvements to meet compliance standards.
• Develop technical specifications and acceptance criteria for subcontracted work.
• Adherence to agreed standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ISO), internal engineering processes, and requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver solutions on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Support manufacturing teams in transitioning designs to production.
• Contribute to cost estimation and ensure adherence to company processes.

 

Basic Qualifications

 

• Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in mechanical system design; P. Eng or working toward registration.
• Proficiency in component design using various fabrication methods (machining, molding, welding, forming).
• Experience in marine and defense sectors, including environmental qualification testing.
• Strong understanding of materials for marine environments, sealing technologies, and corrosion protection.
• Familiar with defense and industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ISO, ASME Y14) and industry best practice for design and qualification.
• Supplier technical management and specification development.
• Experience transitioning products from design to production.
• 3+ years’ experience with SolidWorks preferred; familiarity with simulation/FEA
• Strong problem-solving and reasoning skills; ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• The Candidate must be capable of acquiring a Canadian/NATO Secret security clearance and a Canadian Controlled Goods assessment.
• Occasional travel within Canada, the U.S., or overseas may be required.

Please note:
Interested applicants must apply directly to this link to be considered for this position:

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