Job Description

Job Posting Title Engineering Specialist \xe2\x80\x93 Communications (2 positions)

Job Category Systems Engineering

Language Requirements English / Anglais

Flexible Work Agreement Type Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date 2023-12-11

Job Grade EN-ENG-3

Pay Range $91,285 - $118,312

Job Summary The Engineering Specialist works under the general guidance of the Engineering Systems Specialists. Work involves: (a) planning and performing studies/medium-level projects assisted by technical support staff, or engineering work as part of a project; or (b) planning and performing applied research, development, or innovative design work in engineering specialty and carrying out experiments and tests.

The Engineering Specialist is accountable for applying specialized knowledge and expertise in preparing plans for the development of capital projects; completing system designs and specifications to meet specific operational requirements; support procurement and implementation activities; assist with life cycle management of the systems and equipment in the Section\xe2\x80\x99s area of responsibility.


What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:
The Engineering Specialist is accountable to actively develop his/her knowledge and experience base in the Specialty area by actively seeking out challenging assignments, enthusiastically participating in learning opportunities, and maintaining professional development requirements. As expertise and knowledge increase, the Engineering Specialist will be expected to be responsible for more complex assignments and be more active in providing engineering advice to other NAV CANADA groups.

Job Requirements
Education:

• A Degree in Engineering with specialization in computer, electrical, electronic or systems engineering from a recognized University or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Eligible for certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada

Experience:

• Experience in the planning, design and/or implementation of IT communication technologies and complex systems projects
• Experience in the development of specifications, standards and procedures
• Experience in the planning, design and/or implementation of hardware / software projects
• Experience with VoIP, IP Networks, and Virtualized systems administration are considered to be an asset

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, practices and technology in the field of voice communications, data communications and computer systems.
• A working knowledge of project management principles and techniques, system engineering process and practices, business practices and decision making techniques
• Knowledge in IP networking and VoIP communication
• Knowledge with software pipelines automation (Ansible, Gitlab, Jenkins)
• Knowledge in system administration principles

Abilities:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to organize and conduct studies
• Ability in written and oral communications relating to specifications and technical documents for Technical Managers, Senior Engineers and technologists
• Ability to plan and organize tasks and projects using industry best practices
• Consistent and meticulous

Personal Suitability:

• Work independently with a minimum of direction and supervision and as a team member
• Effective interpersonal communications; initiative, innovation, judgment, reliability, discretion, decisiveness, persuasiveness, punctuality, diplomacy and tact
• Able to work in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment
• Able to identify and help resolve conflicts within the team

Working conditions:

• Hybrid- This position is based at the Ottawa TSC but may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
• Occasional travel required

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive in accordance with NAV CANADA\xe2\x80\x99s Drug and Alcohol policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.