Production Technologist
| Posting date: | 23 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | Canada Office |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Systems Engineering & Assessment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 440 |
Summary
About The Role
We are SEA.
Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.
Join us.
It’s an exciting time for SEA as we expand our Canadian operations and team. We are currently looking for outstanding people to form the core of our growing team in Ottawa.
As one of our Production Technologists you will execute SEA Canada’s production activities and support the design, development, maintenance and testing of products, components and tooling. You will be a key member of the SEA Canada team, working closely with our delivery and functional support teams to build, test and support highly engineered naval systems.
What you’ll be doing
Conduct assembly and testing to meet production goals and ensure product quality
Interpret and provide feedback on conventional and computer-assisted design engineering designs, drawings and specifications
Create and maintain assembly and test instructions based on engineering drawings, models and physical parts
Conduct tests and analyses on machines, components, and materials to assess performance, strength, stress response and other key characteristics
Calibrate tooling to ensure accuracy, functionality, and optimal performance in production processes
Populate and maintain the Materials Resource Planning database
Identify process improvements to reduce production costs and enhance operational efficiency
Act as the first point of triage for quality issues encountered in manufacturing
Participate in the installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventive maintenance of manufacturing tools and equipment
Perform incoming inspections on vendor supplied product for quality and conformity with specification
Perform in process inspection of parts and assemblies to ensure conformity to specification
The experience and skills you need
Experience in mechanical and electrical assembly, equipment setup and testing in a manufacturing environment
The ability to analyze, optimize and enhance manufacturing workflows to drive improvements in operational efficiency, safety compliance and cost reduction
The ability to read and interpret designs and technical drawings, test plans and specifications
Strong troubleshooting skills in both mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to diagnose, analyze and resolve issues promptly and effectively
Experience working with CAD software, MS Office products and ERP/MRP software for material planning, inventory control and production scheduling.
Experience with New Product Introduction processes and workflows, and technical writing of assembly and test instructions would be strong assets
Experience with high pressure air systems, including setup, operation, testing and safety of equipment would be an asset
The ideal candidate will have completed a two or three-year college program in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology with a focus on manufacturing processes, engineering design and system integration
A high level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and external vendors
The ability to achieve a Canadian security clearance
What we offer
We encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so we’re always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities that include:
Medical and dental benefits
RRSP matching
20 days annual vacation
Half day Fridays
Flexible working arrangements
All Staff bonus
We are SEA.
Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.
Join us.
It’s an exciting time for SEA as we expand our Canadian operations and team. We are currently looking for outstanding people to form the core of our growing team in Ottawa.
As one of our Production Technologists you will execute SEA Canada’s production activities and support the design, development, maintenance and testing of products, components and tooling. You will be a key member of the SEA Canada team, working closely with our delivery and functional support teams to build, test and support highly engineered naval systems.
What you’ll be doing
Conduct assembly and testing to meet production goals and ensure product quality
Interpret and provide feedback on conventional and computer-assisted design engineering designs, drawings and specifications
Create and maintain assembly and test instructions based on engineering drawings, models and physical parts
Conduct tests and analyses on machines, components, and materials to assess performance, strength, stress response and other key characteristics
Calibrate tooling to ensure accuracy, functionality, and optimal performance in production processes
Populate and maintain the Materials Resource Planning database
Identify process improvements to reduce production costs and enhance operational efficiency
Act as the first point of triage for quality issues encountered in manufacturing
Participate in the installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventive maintenance of manufacturing tools and equipment
Perform incoming inspections on vendor supplied product for quality and conformity with specification
Perform in process inspection of parts and assemblies to ensure conformity to specification
The experience and skills you need
Experience in mechanical and electrical assembly, equipment setup and testing in a manufacturing environment
The ability to analyze, optimize and enhance manufacturing workflows to drive improvements in operational efficiency, safety compliance and cost reduction
The ability to read and interpret designs and technical drawings, test plans and specifications
Strong troubleshooting skills in both mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to diagnose, analyze and resolve issues promptly and effectively
Experience working with CAD software, MS Office products and ERP/MRP software for material planning, inventory control and production scheduling.
Experience with New Product Introduction processes and workflows, and technical writing of assembly and test instructions would be strong assets
Experience with high pressure air systems, including setup, operation, testing and safety of equipment would be an asset
The ideal candidate will have completed a two or three-year college program in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology with a focus on manufacturing processes, engineering design and system integration
A high level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and external vendors
The ability to achieve a Canadian security clearance
What we offer
We encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so we’re always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities that include:
Medical and dental benefits
RRSP matching
20 days annual vacation
Half day Fridays
Flexible working arrangements
All Staff bonus
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