Senior Solution Architect

Weir Canada Inc., Weir Marine Engineering

Location: Ottawa, ON

Work arrangement:  Hybrid

As a Senior Solution Architect supporting Science Digitalization efforts, you will take part in creating a technical architecture that supports digital implementation and the development of digital tools, including the creation of prototypes.  You will be part of a team, working closely with our clients in the Department of National Defence (DND) and with other Weir Marine Engineering specialists.  Approved business requirements will need to be translated into an end‑to‑end solution architecture that is feasible, secure, resilient, compliant, and aligned with enterprise strategy, maintaining a clear line of sight from business need to delivered capability.

The position requires on-site work at DND’s Carling Campus at least 3 days per week, with the rest of the work performed remotely (telework).  The activity has initial funding to 31 March 2027, but it is expected that the work will be renewed for subsequent periods.  Although this opportunity is aimed at a consultant/contractor, an employment arrangement could also be considered.

Learn more about us: http://www.global.weir/services/marine-engineering/

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs—more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient and more sustainable mining.  Outside the mining sector, Weir Marine Engineering has managed and operated the Naval Engineering Test Establishment for the Department of National Defence since 1964.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter—whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

• Solution architecture: Develop and maintain the end‑to‑end solution architecture, including conceptual architecture, logical architecture, and physical / deployment architecture, defining solution boundaries, system components, integrations, and dependencies;

• Solution conformity: Ensure the solution conforms to DND enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, security and privacy requirements, and data and interoperability standards;

• Collaboration: Work with specialists through interviews, workshops and meetings to determine integration approaches, interface patterns and data flows, identify risks and mitigation strategies, obtain approvals, and validate prototypes and solutions; and

• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

We value what you can do—not just where you’ve been. If you meet the goals of the role, we want to hear from you.

Must-haves:

• More than ten years of experience working in large enterprise or government;

• Significant experience with enterprise architecture tools and methodologies, developing solutions architecture in a project context for implementing ERP systems, or similar;

• Advanced knowledge of industry-based solutions or enterprise architecture practices, ideally supported by an industry certification in solution, technology, or enterprise architecture;

• Fast learner who can absorb and understand complex systems, requirements and data;

• Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal and written); and

• Canadian citizenship, with 10 or more years residing in Canada with no periods longer than six continuous months out of country, is absolutely necessary as part of the requirements to obtain a government security clearance to the minimum level of Secret.

Nice-to-haves (optional):

• Knowledge of one or more data management tools;

• Experience with QualiWare and SparxEA; and

• Experience with the DND/CAF and/or in the defence industry.

We live our values—we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose—to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world class engineering, materials science expertise and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

·       Competitive pay

·       Career development and learning support

·       Access to global inclusion networks

·       Regional and team-specific benefits

·       Sharebuilder scheme

·       Wellness support for you and your family

·       Collaboration with global teams

·       Study support