Naval Architect Technologists/Naval Architect Engineers – NACE CIP
Adaptive Marine Solutions, Inc. (AMS) is a fast-growing Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering organization with offices in the National Capital Region (Kanata, ON) and Atlantic Canada (St. John’s, NL), and a team distributed throughout Canada. AMS was built on the vision of a team ready and eager to take on new challenges, be adaptive and do what it takes to deliver results for our clients.
We believe that our success comes from our Core Values:
- Act with Integrity
- Adapt to Succeed
- Make Each Other Better
- Focus on Solutions
- Get it Done
- Improve our Community
What you can expect from us:
- Opportunities to make real change, working with a passionate team at a growing company
- Competitive salaries
- Health and Group Benefits
- Support for tuition and certifications to aid your professional development
We are growing our team and looking for our future teammates. If this sounds like your kind of company, then we want to hear from you.
Job Description
We are seeking Naval Architect Technologists or Engineers at any level of experience to join our team in a hands-on, onsite role. In this position, you will survey and inspect vessel repairs, evaluate coating conditions, and ensure compliance with standards. Your NACE Coating Inspector Certification will enable you to provide expert oversight of surface preparation, application, and coating performance on vessels undergoing repair and maintenance.
Location: Onsite – Victoria, British Columbia
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct inspections of vessel structures, repairs, and coatings to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Survey hulls, tanks, and structural components for coating condition, corrosion, and damage.
- Document findings through reports, drawings, and photographs, and provide recommendations for repair or maintenance.
- Interpret and apply technical, detail design and construction drawings related to vessel structures.
- Collaborate with shipyard teams, contractors, and clients on repairs and coating conditions and applications.
- Participate in technical discussions and project reviews.
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on qualifications and project needs.
Qualifications:
Education & Certification:
- Diploma or degree in Naval Architecture or a related engineering/technologist field.
- National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) – Coating Inspector Certification (CIP)– Level 1 or higher – required.
Experience:
- Marine industry experience required.
- Hands-on shipyard experience with vessel surveys, inspections, or repairs is preferred; however, entry-level candidates holding NACE certification are encouraged to apply.
Skills/Abilities
- Strong technical reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Team-oriented, flexible, resourceful, and efficient.
- Solid understanding of quality and continuous improvement.
- Sound decision making skills and problem-solving skills.
- Eligibility for enrollment into Controlled Goods Program.
- Eligible for Canadian Security Clearance (Secret or above).
If you are interested in applying for this position do not hesitate to contact AMS Inc. We request that you submit your application as
follows:
- Submit resumes to jobs@ams-ink.ca
- “Naval Architect Technologist—NACE CIP” in the subject line
- A resume outlining work experience and education
- Please name file(s) with your first and last name e.g., John Doe Resume.doc