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Opportunities for Professional Engineers at Irving ShipbuildingIrving Shipbuilding • Dartmouth, NS, CA
Opportunities for Professional Engineers at Irving Shipbuilding

Opportunities for Professional Engineers at Irving Shipbuilding

Irving Shipbuilding • Dartmouth, NS, CA
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Opportunities for Professional Engineers at Irving Shipbuilding

Join us and turn bold ideas into world‑class ships. As an Engineer, you’ll design and plan the processes, tools, and equipment that power high‑quality, efficient construction, repair, testing, and delivery of vessels that define excellence.

In this role, you’ll be a trusted advisor—bringing your expertise in theoretical, practical, and lean engineering disciplines to a dynamic shipbuilding environment. Your work will directly impact innovation, performance, and progress on projects that matter.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Be part of a team building ships that protect and connect communities.
  • Work with cutting‑edge technology and industry‑leading experts.
  • Enjoy opportunities for growth, learning, and making a real difference.

These applications could be used for various areas … Naval Architecture, Planning, Combat Systems, Production Engineering, Field Service Engineering, Electrical Engineering and more!

Responsibilities

  • Manage planned and emergent work within their assigned job scope.
  • Support the needs of internal & external stakeholders.
  • Originate routine or low complexity deliverables.
  • Review technical products and deliverables developed by external stakeholders.
  • Author processes & procedures documenting how recurring engineering support and deliverables in their assigned discipline are created.
  • Identify and manage mitigation plans for risks associated with their engineering discipline and make risk‑based technical decisions.
  • Identify opportunities for Continuous Improvement within their engineering discipline.
  • Note : responsibilities are general and may vary depending on the position and seniority level that becomes available.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) or equivalent, Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or equivalent required.
  • Demonstrated experience (typically 4‑10 years) in ship design or construction or a relevant complex industrial and manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge and genuine interest in naval / modern ship design and construction methods; standards / regulations applicable to role (LR, TC, IMO, ASME, IEEE, ASTM).
  • Understanding of scheduling, ability to adhere to strict deadlines, manage & develop schedules.
  • Knowledge of ship‑specific discipline applicable (hull structure, ship arrangements, ship piping systems, propulsion, HVAC, electrical, mechanical) considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, navigate within a 3D model and / or simulation of the ship, develop & markup drawings, develop presentations and reports, develop technical specifications, perform technical investigations, and develop statement of work for subcontractors.
  • Confidently engage in technical information sharing in cross‑functional problem solving.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to make risk‑based technical decisions.
  • Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

    Please note this position requires a full‑time, in‑office presence at one of our four locations.

    Thank you for submitting your application to be considered for future Engineering opportunities. Only those considered for a role will be contacted.

    About Us

    Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

    We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage applicants to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

    We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self‑identify.

    About The Team

    Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

    By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

    At Irving Shipbuilding, we’re making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding : shipsforcanada.ca / opportunities.

    Seniority level

    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment type

    Full‑time

    Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries

    Shipbuilding

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