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Modelling & Simulation Engineer - NETE Weir Canada, Inc. Halifax NS, Canada Permanent Full-time, Onsite work Purpose of Role: Conduct Modelling and Simulation (M&S), Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) and Integration activities for the River Class Destroyer (RCD) project. Weir Marine Engineering supports the RCD Project Management Office (PMO) within the Department of National Defence (DND) Office at the Bluenose building in Dartmouth, NS. The M&S Engineer will also conduct M&S and IV&V activities in support of the RCD Land Based Test Capability (LBTC) Test Program, primarily at the Land Based Test Facility (LBTF) in Hartlen Point, NS. The M&S Engineer may have the opportunity to support other project activities as required by project demands, including Synthetic Environment Support, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Integrated Test & Evaluation (IT&E) activities. This is a full-time, permanent position with a requirement for regular work both in-office and onboard RCN ships. Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. Its a big challenge but it is exciting. An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives. Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individuals contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. Weir continually focuses on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do. Learn more about us: Learn more about Weir Marine Engineering at: Responsibilities: Modelling & Simulation (M&S): Conduct performance and behaviour M&S of naval equipment and threats; develop environmental models and large-scale scenarios; integrate equipment models into a synthetic ship; and follow configuration and data management practices. Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V): Analyze equipment performance using M&S and live test & trial data. Synthetic Environment Support: Develop software requirements and perform software testing; V&V and accreditation of the synthetic environment and its associated M&S and analysis tools. Technical Documentation: Document and present technical data for stakeholder review; articulate and present detailed technical arguments, when necessary, in a manner that is clear, logical, and simple. Analysis and reporting: Develop and document code used for analysis and V&V; analyze M&S results. Support to client: Maintain positive, friendly, and collaborative relationships with team members, as well as internal and external stakeholders; liaise with subject matter experts, DND customers, and suppliers. Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture. Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications: Mandatory: Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which necessitates Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Canada. Mandatory: Bachelors degree in Engineering or Computer Science. Desirable: Experience in the defence industry or working with Naval systems. Mandatory: Skilled in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels (both in-person and electronically) with peers, supervisors, and clients. Capable of drafting reports, technical correspondence, and procedure manuals. Desirable: Knowledge in simulation, stimulation, war gaming tools; Experience with data analysis of large datasets and statistical analysis; Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle. Desirable: Programming experience, especially in MATLAB, Python or C++; Experience with databases and SQL; Experience using Version Control Software (Perforce, Git). Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weirs technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives. Since 1953, Weir Canada, Inc. has operated and managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in Montreal with operations in Halifax, Victoria and Ottawa/Gatineau. Over 400 personnel are currently employed by Weir at NETE, supporting the Royal Canadian Navy and DND with test and evaluation services in a wide variety of technical areas. For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page. Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. CCS25-28 #J-18808-Ljbffr