About Us

Transforming the way we understand and interact with the ocean through autonomous technology.

About Marine thinking

Marine Thinking is an autonomous technology company transforming the way we understand and interact with the ocean. Empowering crewed and uncrewed surface vessels (USV) with autonomous performance capabilities, we are creating new possibilities and opportunities for a wide variety of marine applications.

From navigation and multi-tier communication systems to artificial intelligence and machine learning, our autonomous technology solutions are helping the industry advance further and faster while ensuring a safer and more sustainable future.

Careers

Marine Thinking is home to a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who share a passion and desire to transform the way we learn and interact with the ocean by utilizing autonomous technology.

If you thrive in a collaborative culture and want your work to be a difference maker, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn about Marine Thinking’s latest career opportunities, please visit us on Indeed. You may also submit your resume to info@marinethinking.com.

Customer Service Representative

We are looking for a Customer Service Representative with technical knowledge to closely collaborate with customers, addressing any concerns and inquiries regarding our products.

Key Responsibilities:

After-Sales Support: Collaborate closely with customers, addressing their concerns and inquiries regarding product features, warranties, and service contracts. Ensure high customer satisfaction by delivering excellent customer service throughout the entire after-sales process.
Provide Technical Support: Offer prompt and accurate technical assistance to customers via phone, email, or other communication channels. Troubleshoot and resolve minor technical issues related to our Smart Plant System™ (SPS™ ) and Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) solutions, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of their operation and functionalities.
Coordinate with Technical Team: Act as a liaison between customers and the technical team, conveying complex issues and facilitating efficient communication. Collaborate with the technical team to devise effective solutions and ensure timely resolution of technical problems.
On-Site and Remote Troubleshooting: Travel to customer sites as needed to perform on-site troubleshooting, installations, and other support services. Additionally, utilize remote troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and resolve issues remotely when feasible.
Product Line Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of our SPS™ and USV product lines, staying up-to-date with the latest features, enhancements, and technical specifications. Use this knowledge to provide accurate guidance, recommendations, and solutions to customers.
On-Site Training: Conduct on-site training sessions for customers to ensure proper understanding and utilization of our systems and solutions. Work with the technical team to develop training materials and documentation to facilitate effective knowledge transfer. Tailor training programs to meet specific customer needs and address any operational challenges they may encounter.
Technical Documentation: Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including user manuals, troubleshooting guides, and FAQs. Ensure the accuracy and clarity of documentation to empower customers to resolve issues independently when possible.
Establish Customer Support Team (Senior Position): Take the lead in setting up the customer support team as the company grows. Define the structure, roles, and responsibilities of the team members based on the company’s requirements and customer support needs.

Requirements:

At least 3 years of Customer Service Experience: Demonstrate a proven track record in a customer service role, preferably with a technical component. Prior experience in providing support for complex products or equipment is advantageous.
Technical Background Preferred: We highly value candidates with a technical background in the fields of robotics, marine engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.
Troubleshooting Skills: Exhibit excellent problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying and resolving technical issues efficiently. Proficiency in analyzing and diagnosing problems related to hardware, software, and system integration is essential.
Communication and Coordination: Possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams, translating technical concepts into easily understandable language.
Flexibility and Adaptability: Display a flexible mindset and adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Willingness to travel for on-site support and availability for occasional weekend or after-hours support is required.
Organizational Skills: Exhibit excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Attention to detail is crucial for accurately documenting customer interactions, troubleshooting steps, and resolution outcomes.

Marine Thinking is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and a diverse workforce. Our company offers a competitive compensation package, a comprehensive benefits program, and the chance to work on exciting, cutting-edge technology in the rapidly expanding field of autonomous systems.

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

Embedded Engineer

We are looking for an Embedded Engineer who is a self-starter, critical thinker, and highly interested in the application of new technologies and methods for monitoring ocean health, to join our operation team in Halifax, NS.

Key Responsibilities:

Designing of electronics and embedded systems for ocean technology platforms.
Providing electrical and data integration for a wide variety of instruments, including meteorological, oceanographic and telemetry equipment.
Executing procedures for design and development control of non-conforming products, including dependency support for sales, field service, and customer service.
Meeting client objectives and diligently working on clarifying and establishing requirements that were previously undefined.
Creating or updating documentation for buoy systems’, fabrication, assembly, and maintenance.
Integration and configuration of custom systems to meet client specifications.
Collaborating, and providing technical feedback and guidance to mechanical, software and data design teams.
Implementing applicable industry standards to meet regulatory requirements and drive safety, quality, interoperability and efficiency-based design outcomes.
Leading the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting products as required.

Requirements:

Minimum five years of experience in relevant engineering design roles.
Must have at least a BEng in Electrical, Computer Engineering or equivalent discipline.
Have a thorough understanding of product design principles and standards.
Proven excellent problem-solving and deductive reasoning skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to take responsibility and highly motivated to meet tight deadlines.

Highly Desired Skills and Experience

Leadership experience within multidisciplinary development teams and demonstrated ability to lead teams to successful outcomes.
Experience in managing design projects, delivering operational marine systems.
Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout for embedded systems design.
Senior level programming/debugging skills. Preferred experience with C++ programming for embedded systems, and Python for data analytics and scripting/automation.
Experience writing low-level applications to run on a microcontroller or microprocessor.
Experience with microcontrollers and low-level hardware interfaces, e.g. SPI and I2C, working with standard peripherals such as Flash, RAM, ADCs, EEPROM etc.
Experience using and understanding communications systems such as serial, Ethernet, CAN, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 802.15.4, etc.
Experience with Analog/Digital debugging tools such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.

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

Hardware Lead

We are looking for an experienced Hardware Lead who is a self-starter, critical thinker, and highly interested in the application of new technologies and methods for monitoring ocean health, to join our operation team in Halifax, NS. The Hardware Lead will oversee the design, development, and implementation of all hardware components for our USV control system and USV solution.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the hardware team in designing and developing USV systems, including selecting hardware components, designing, and testing hardware, and integrating hardware components into the USV systems.
Work closely with the software team to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components and troubleshoot any hardware-related issues.
Develop and maintain hardware design documentation, specifications, and provide technical support to the manufacturing and testing teams.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, and work with the legal team to obtain necessary certifications and approvals.
Participate in system testing and debugging and identify areas for improvement in the hardware design.
Collaborate with other teams within the company, including project management, business development, and customer support, to ensure successful delivery of USV systems to customers.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware design and development, preferably in the field of autonomous systems or robotics.
Strong knowledge of hardware design principles, including power management, signal processing, and control systems.
Experience with CAD tools, such as Altium Designer or Eagle, Solidworks or other related tools.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and environmental testing.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Knowledge of marine electronics and communication systems, including NEMA 2000 equipment, GPS, radar, and AIS.
Understanding of mechanical design principles and experience working with mechanical design teams to ensure proper integration of hardware components.
Experience with USV systems is a plus.
Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of local production and manufacturing resources in the marine industry in Halifax.
Familiarity with mainstream brands of marine electronic and electrical equipment, including Garmin, Raymarine, Simrad, Lowrance, Furuno, etc.
Familiarity with commonly used hardware platforms and development boards, such as Raspberry Pi and Jetson, and knowledge of commonly used interfaces and communication protocols, such as CAN and Mavlink.

We hope to attract candidates who are knowledgeable in a wide range of hardware design principles and techniques, as well as have experience working with marine electronics and communication systems. In addition, candidates with a strong understanding of mechanical design principles and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams will be given preference.

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

HR Generalist

We are looking for an HR Generalist who is a self-starter, detail-oriented, organized, and friendly to join our administrative team in Halifax, NS.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading and managing the whole recruitment process including drafting job description, posting it on recruitment website, screening candidates, contacting candidates, interviewing, preparing job offers, and onboarding new hires.
Provide orientation for new hires.
Leading and managing offboarding procedures, including drafting termination letter, delivering news to the employee, conducting offboarding interview, and obtaining all office equipment from terminated employee.
Maintaining and updating policies and procedures to keep the company running smoothly and efficiently.
Provide counseling on policies and procedures.
Maintaining and updating employee profiles/records as needed.
Creating performance review reports to present to the higher management team.
Managing and maintaining pay and benefits administration and other human resource functions.
Review employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance.
Administrative duties to ensure the smooth operation of the business.
Other duties as required.

Requirements:

Minimum two years of proven experience in HR or office management.
Knowledge of HR functions (pay & benefits, recruitment, training & development, etc.).
Understanding labor laws and disciplinary procedures.
Strong ethics and reliability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Positive attitude and proactive mindset.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner.
Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Strong planning skills.
Creativity and ability to suggest improvements.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Marine Thinking is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and a diverse workforce. Our company offers a competitive compensation package, a comprehensive benefits program, and the chance to work with exciting, cutting-edge technology in the rapidly expanding field of autonomous systems.

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

Marketing Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Marketing Specialist who is a result driven and energetic individual to join our rapidly growing team in Halifax, NS.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with teams to support branded advertising campaigns, such as design, plan and set up for trade shows.
Assess characteristics of products or services to be promoted and prepare Marine Thinking’s advertising by directing images and video materials.
Design, update and maintain company’s website and social media page with new content.
Design product’s promotion material, including printing and digital materials to present it as market ready-to-use.
Assist with product selections and presentation for the online store.
Plan execute all web, SEO/SEM, database marketing, email, social media, and display advertising campaigns.
Research competitor’s pricing and products.
Build, plan, and implement overall marketing strategy.
Measures & Reports Performance of all digital marketing campaigns and assess against goals (ROI and KPIs).
Conduct market research and analyze trends to identify new opportunities and improve campaign performance.
Brainstorm new and creative growth strategies through digital marketing.
Monitor social media and Google Analytics.
Stay up-to-date with emerging digital marketing trends and technologies.

Requirements:

Design or marketing related degree or at least 5 years equivalent experience in related field.
Comfortable working in ambiguous instructions in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment.
Flexible with changing direction and prioritization and proficient at managing multiple projects concurrently.
Excellent research and analytical skills.
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, fluency in French is a bonus.
Excellent comprehensive skills.
Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills to deal with unexpected or urgent issues on marketing content and be attentive to detail.
Constructional thinking is also a key to design and maintain the website/social media content.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Superior organizational and time management skills.
Team player with an enthusiastic and positive attitude.
Proficient with MS Teams, MS Office, Google Analytics, and other professional work software.

Marine Thinking is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and a diverse workforce. Our company offers a competitive compensation package, a comprehensive benefits program, and the chance to work with exciting, cutting-edge technology in the rapidly expanding field of autonomous systems.

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

Marketing Team Lead

We are looking for an experienced Marketing Team Lead who is a result driven and energetic individual to join our rapidly growing team in Halifax, NS.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist marketing manager in developing the annual marketing plan.
Assist marketing manager with planning, managing, and executing the strategic marketing plan and objectives for the company.
Assist marketing manager with building and launching marketing campaigns to promote the sales of products and services.
Assist in designing for company products and media, including websites and social media platform postings.
Maintain the frequency of posts on all social media platforms and implement strategies/tactics to grow the overall reach.
Lead marketing team to prepare advertorials, press releases, newsletters, and communication materials, as well as marketing materials.
Work with the marketing team in coordinating and scheduling all photo and video shoots.
Assist marketing manager with coordinating all trade show-related items, including registration, travel arrangements, booth design and layout, literature and promo requirements, freight shipments, and more.
Build good working relationships and partnerships with other MT teams, key stakeholders, and agencies.
Forecast, measure, analyze, and report on the impact of marketing activities.
Support the sales and customer service teams by creating and maintaining tools/documents for customer use.
Hold weekly marketing team meetings with the team members to align priorities and determine the direction for the week.

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in marketing marine technology and solutions.
Post-secondary in business, marketing or related field is an asset.
A strong understanding of Google Ads (Search, Display, Shopping, Performance Max) and Meta (Facebook, Instagram).
Extensive campaign management experience, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, execution, monitoring, and reporting.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, as well as expert organization skills.
Detail oriented.
Flexibility to accommodate time-zones in North America.
Good working knowledge in the Windows Suite of products.

Marine Thinking is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and a diverse workforce. Our company offers a competitive compensation package, a comprehensive benefits program, and the chance to work with exciting, cutting-edge technology in the rapidly expanding field of autonomous systems.

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

Procurement Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist for sourcing and purchasing material goods, and services required for our company’s USV (uncrewed surface vessel) solutions and products. The ideal Procurement Specialist will have a strong procurement background, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of the marine industry is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials, goods, and services.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
Evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate pricing and terms of agreement.
Monitor supplier performance and address any issues that arise.
Manage the procurement process from initial order placement to delivery and payment processing.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments to identify potential new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Promote in-depth cooperation and expand the supply chain resources for ocean technology-related products.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement software.
Knowledge in the marine industry, particularly related to government procurement regulations and requirements.

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

Product Manager

We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to lead and manage one of our soon-to-be-released uncrewed vessel products, ensuring that it meets customer needs, contributes to the success of the company, and provides effective support to agents and customers. The Product Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the product lifecycle, from post-development to end-of-life, including production, operation and maintenance, documentation updates, and agent communication and support.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the production and manufacturing of the uncrewed vessel product, ensuring that production processes meet quality standards and deadlines.
Manage the operation and maintenance of the uncrewed vessel, ensuring that it operates effectively and meets customer needs.
Develop and maintain product documentation, including user manuals, technical specifications, and marketing materials.
Coordinate with agents and distributors to provide product training and support and gather customer feedback to inform future product development.
Monitor market trends and competitors’ products and identify opportunities to improve the uncrewed vessel product and expand the company’s market share.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, product management, business, or related field.
At least 5 years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of managing and launching successful products.
Knowledge of uncrewed vessel technology and related industries, with experience in product development and production.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, and ensure that products are delivered on time and within budget.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze market trends, customer needs, and product performance data to inform product development and improvement.
Knowledge of product pricing and promotion strategies, and the ability to develop effective product launch plans and campaigns.

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

Project Manager, Ocean Technology Products

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager, Ocean Technology Products to lead and manage projects, ensuring that they are completed on schedule, within budget, and to a high-quality standard. This position requires excellent leadership and organizational skills, the ability to work with cross-functional teams, and drive projects forward to achieve objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage ocean technology product projects, including project planning, budgeting, and implementation.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to a high-quality standard.
Collaborating with team members to oversee and coordinate project progress.
Analyze project risks, develop a risk management plan, and execute the plan throughout the project lifecycle.
Define project scope and objectives and manage and control project scope throughout the project lifecycle.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, research and development, testing, and marketing teams, to ensure project objectives are met.
Communicate as needed with customers and suppliers and ensure effective communication between the project team and stakeholders.
Continuously evaluate project progress, and report project status, issues, and solutions to the team and management.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in project management, ocean technology, or related field.
At least 5 years of project management experience, especially related to ocean technology products.
Proficient in project management tools and methodologies, such as project planning, risk management, scope management, and quality management.
Ability to manage complex cross-functional teams and maintain good relationships with customers and suppliers.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, and ability to effectively communicate information between the team and management.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, and ability to inspire team members’ work enthusiasm and manage daily affairs.
Familiarity with ocean field technologies and trends, and ability to work with the team to solve technical problems and challenges.
Ability to handle pressure and solve problems and maintain flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
Having a background in the marine technology industry and access to relevant resources in Halifax would be a significant advantage.

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

Sales Specialist

We are looking for a Sales Specialist who is a self-starter, critical thinker, and highly interested in the application of new technologies and methods for monitoring ocean health, to join our operation team in Halifax, NS.

Key Responsibilities:

Respond to all online store related operations
- Respond to inquiries made by clients about company products and services in a timely and friendly manner.
- Manage all inventory and coordinate with others on orders to be made.
- Ensure that all items required for production are available in a timely manner.
- Create and manage client profiles.
- Prepare all supporting documents (shipping labels, customs declarations, product tags, etc.).
- Collect and analyze client feedback in order to optimize online sale experience.
- Semi-annual or annual review and planning.
Provide general support to the Sales Manager.
- Take part in annual Sales Plan development.
- Provide product/service demonstrations and sales presentations.
- Work with technical team to provide customized products/services to clients.
- Drive referral request conversations with current and new customers.
- Any other reasonable job responsibilities that are assigned.
Provide general administrative support to sales team, such as phone calls, emails and, organize sales related data .
Generate operational reports on a weekly or monthly basis.
Assist the sales team with maintaining excellent relationships with all business contacts.
Coordinate and assist in customer service support activities.
Support all sales activities as required, such as trade show, conference or other online/offline presentation.
6-month performance review will be applied.

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years experience in marine technology, solution sales, or a related field.
Post-secondary in business management is an asset.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Must be sales minded and target driven.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with strong written and oral communication/negotiation skills.
Ability to answer inquiries on time.
Good working knowledge of the Windows Suite products.

Marine Thinking is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and a diverse workforce. Our company offers a competitive compensation package, a comprehensive benefits program, and the chance to work with exciting, cutting-edge technology in the rapidly expanding field of autonomous systems.

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

Technical Writer

We are looking for an experienced Technical Writer to join our rapidly growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with the project teams and business partners to develop proposals and other technical documentations to support the rollout and adoption of Marine Thinking’s solutions and applications.
Gather information by researching, identifying sources of information; coordinate submissions and collections; identify and communicate risks associated with proposals.
Write, revise, and edit drafts of government proposal responses (including executive summaries and technical, management, past performance, resume, and pricing sections), white papers, and marketing materials.
Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and milestones and coordinating requirements with internal and external partners.
Edit documents and technical literature prepared by other staff members, for content, coverage, clarity, and voice consistency, recommending revisions and editorial standards as appropriate.
Maintain quality results by using templates, following proposal-writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone, and maintaining proposal support databases.
Scan opportunities and resources that can benefit our business.
Patent application writing and management.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Marine Engineering preferred) with minimum of 3 years experience or Master’s degree (or higher) in related fields.
At least 2 years of relevant experience on creating customized written content for engineering proposals, with understanding of the proposal lifecycle and content management.
Continuous Improvement – Able to contribute ideas for improvements in work methods, systems, processes, and procedures.
Strong analytical skills and ability to think strategically and concurrently be detail oriented.

Marine Thinking is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and a diverse workforce. Our company offers a competitive compensation package, a comprehensive benefits program, and the chance to work with exciting, cutting-edge technology in the rapidly expanding field of autonomous systems.

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

Workshop Manager

We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager for managing tools and equipment within the workshop and ensure that all the machinery is maintained and in good working condition. The ideal Workshop Manager will have experience in workshop management and a proven track record of effective tool and equipment management, as well as experience in inventory management.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the tools and equipment within the workshop, ensuring that all machinery is maintained and in good working condition.
Oversee the daily operations of the workshop, assigning tasks to team members and ensuring that projects are completed on time and to the required quality standards.
Develop and implement workshop policies and procedures, ensuring that they are followed by all staff.
Monitor and manage the inventory of tools, equipment, and products, ordering new supplies as needed and ensuring that all equipment is properly maintained and repaired.
Develop and implement safety protocols and ensure that all staff adhere to them.
Train and mentor new staff members and ensure that all team members have the necessary skills to perform their duties.
Collaborate with other departments within the company to ensure that workshop activities are aligned with broader company goals.
Implement and maintain a 5S system to ensure a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.
Provide regular reports on workshop activities and performance to senior management.
Maintain the company’s vehicles and vessels.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent. A trade qualification in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or a related field is preferred.
5+ years of experience in workshop management, with a focus on managing tools and equipment.
Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and develop team members.
Demonstrated ability to manage inventory and control costs.
Knowledge of workshop safety protocols and regulations.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and workshop management software.
Experience implementing and maintaining a 5S system.
Experience in inventory management.

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