Senior Engineer, Manufacturing / Production

Senior Engineer, Manufacturing / Production

Are you ready to make waves in the shipbuilding industry? We're seeking a Senior Production Engineer to join our dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team working on the cutting‑edge River-Class Destroyer (RCD) program. This high‑impact role will ensure the vessel is built in alignment with the design intent, contributing directly to the success of one of Canada’s most advanced naval projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planned and emergent work within your assigned scope.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project goals.
• Develop complex deliverables and statements of work for subcontractors.
• Review and approve technical documentation and engineering products.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies within your discipline.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes.
• Ensure production drawings are accurate and practical for construction.
• Interpret technical design standards and translate them into actionable production requirements.
• Prepare detailed Manufacturing Instructions (MIs) for specialized procedures.
• Review and socialize Vendor Furnished Information (VFI), including installation and care instructions.

Qualifications

Security & Clearance Requirements : Due to the nature of work at Irving Shipbuilding, 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.

About the Company

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Canada and the United States and employs 20,000 dedicated employees. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encouraging applicants to make accommodation needs known. We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women, people with disabilities, Indigenous people, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Location

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

Employment Type

Full‑time

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