Job Description

Job Description

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has embarked on one of the largest procurement projects since the Second World War. The NSS is a nation-building effort to create a sustainable Canadian shipbuilding industry, secure long-term job opportunities and build the next generation of ships for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. Through its NSS–related work, Seaspan Shipyards is owning the redevelopment of our domestic shipbuilding industry on the West Coast and delivering on the promise of ships built in Canada, by Canadians.

Seaspan has a state-of-the-art 3D and Virtual Reality (VR) immersive visualization environment called the HoloShip. This facility supports a variety of efforts across our organization using digital 3D models and developing digital twin capabilities. Through collaborative visualization environments we can resolve spatial integration conflicts, validate and review designs, and incorporate non-technical stakeholders. A digital twin can be used through the ship’s life contributing to efficient vessel design, optimized vessel operations, and integrated performance analytics. The HoloShip is part of an integrate Digital Ship solution that includes a scalable platform to integrate sensors, communication systems, 3D models and visualization technologies.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 2 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.

What You’ll Do

The successful applicant for this internship will work with the Seaspan Innovation team at Vancouver Shipyards and have exposure to the various areas of R&D Innovation, Vessel New Construction and In Service Support at one of the largest shipbuilding companies in Canada. In this role, you will provide day-to-day support to Engineers while assisting and coordinating specific activities, including:

• Engage and Coordinate with Engineering and Program staff to identify and support use-case scenarios for reviews, stakeholder meetings, Integrated Logistics Support and In Service Support
• Develop and Establish workflows for content creation, rendering scripts and visualization system features
• Engage in development and deployment of Virtual, Mixed, and Augmented Reality products to visualise Vessels in their current and future states.
• Coordinate and schedule activities and use of HoloShip facility
• Support teams setting up content and using the HoloShip facility
• Support data analysis activities for New Build and In Service Support decision points.
• As an innovation project, other to-be-determined activities will be encouraged based on the skillset and interest of the applicant.
  
  
  

Why you’ll love working here

Enrollment in a second or later year of an engineering degree. Students should also have a strong interest in digitization, R&D and Innovation in a heavy manufacturing or marine environment.

In Addition, You Should Have

• Demonstrated technical knowledge and engineering skills through exposure to class projects or co-op terms.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and organization skills
• Experience working with AR/VR and/or 3D Modelling
• Excellent computer skills including Excel/Word/PowerPoint
• Experience with scripting, software development, SQL, or PowerBI would be an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage their time effectively
• Work well under pressure and has the ability to meet strict, daily deadlines
  
  
  

Why you’ll love working here

• A supportive learning environment, great team culture and hands-on experience and training.
• Opportunity to grow your career and connect with like-minded students.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
  
  
  

Start Date of Internship: January 8th, 2024

End Date of Internship: May 3rd, 2024

Application Closing Date: Sunday, November 12th, 2023, at 11:59pm PST. Please note: if we receive a large volume of applications, we may need to close this posting ahead of the closing date, therefore, we recommend applying early. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

To learn more about our InternSHIP Program, visit our website: www.seaspan.com/internships-at-seaspan/

About Us

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.

Organization

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels . Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com