Mechanical Technologist

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Dartmouth, Canada Until 9/27/2026 First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITY


Build your career with Kraken Robotics. Make a difference to others. If innovation drives you, and you want a career that makes a difference to the world, helping humanity overcome the challenges in our oceans – safely, efficiently, and sustainably – then come join us at Kraken Robotics.

 

Kraken Robotics is currently seeking a Mechanical Technologist to join our team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.


ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Mechanical assembly of various Kraken products
  • Using the manual milling machine to complete rework on parts
  • Operating laser etcher/cutter
  • Use of various hand tools to complete rework of parts
  • Operating 3D printers
  • Completing maintenance on a wide range of equipment
  • Carbon fiber rework
  • Designing and building test jigs to improve production efficiencies.


QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other Technical Diploma with experience
  • Demonstrated technical skills along with a proven track record for success.
  • Experience with quality assurance and quality control procedures (QA & QC)
  • Experience in proper inventory systems and procedures
  • Strong written and oral communication skills (technical reporting and engineering documentation)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • Must be able to work independently, as well as effectively within a team environment
  • High degree of organization, with the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Appreciation of other engineering disciplines (electrical and software)
  • Experience with any of the following would be considered an asset:
    • Experience operating and completing maintenance on manual milling machines
    • Experience using and maintaining 3D printers
    • Experience operating laser etchers/cutters
    • Experience in a shop environment, specifically with hand tools
    • Experience working with carbon fiber
    • Experience working with hydraulic equipment
    • Familiarity with proper shop safety practices
About this role

Summary

Assemble, operate equipment, troubleshoot, and design test jigs in a manufacturing setting.

Job title

Mechanical Technologist

Experience level

diploma or experience

Industry

technology

Location requirements

Dartmouth, Canada; on-site role, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

mechanical assemblymanual millinglaser etcher/cutter3D printershand tools

Preferred skills

quality assuranceinventory systemstechnical reportingengineering documentationshop safety

Specializations

mechanical assemblymachine operation3D printingcarbon fibertest jig design
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

On-site City