Robotic and Automation Lead

Seaspan
Full time North Vancouver, British Columbia Engineers
Posted:
March 23, 2026
Location:
North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

The Robotic & Automation Lead is a strategic, forward-looking role focused on modernizing shipbuilding at Vancouver Shipyards through the introduction of world-class equipment, automation, and robotic technologies.

The Robotic & Automation Lead is accountable for driving ambitious automation goals across key production areas, including full automation of welding in panel and block assembly processes, full automation of block erection, significant automation in surface pretreatment and painting, and advanced automation for electrical cable installation. For welding, the ultimate objective is the deployment of autonomous robotic systems capable of identifying weld seams and performing welding operations without manual intervention.

The Robotic & Automation Lead plays a critical role in researching, evaluating, implementing, and sustaining advanced manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency across shipyard operations, including w...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full time
Location: North Vancouver, Canada
Posted: March 23, 2026
Deadline: May 02, 2026