Engineer, Production Engineering

Job Description We are seeking a motivated Production Engineer to join our Production Engineering team. In this role, you will design and improve the processes, tools, and methods that support the safe, efficient, and high-quality construction of complex shipbuilding projects. You will bridge engineering and production, ensuring designs can be effectively built in a collaborative shipbuilding environment. Responsibilities Develop Manufacturing Instructions (MIs) for installation sequences and specialized procedures. Design production tools, including jigs, fixtures, and templates. Review production drawings and vendor documentation for accuracy and constructability. Plan and support engineering test activities for new products and processes. Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and review deliverables. Collaborate with Production, Planning, Facilities, Engineering, Scheduling, and Supply Chain teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support risk mitigation activities. Qualifications Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) or equivalent; P.Eng. designation or eligibility. 3+ years of experience in shipbuilding, ship design, or heavy industrial manufacturing. Experience with ship systems or production functions such as hull, mechanical/piping, electrical, or steel outfitting. Strong understanding of shipbuilding production, planning, and materials. Knowledge of relevant maritime regulations and industry standards. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and technical documentation. Ability to interpret technical drawings and 3D models and solve complex engineering problems. 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. About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are 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 (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 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. 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.

The role involves designing and improving processes, tools, and methods to support the construction of complex shipbuilding projects. Key duties include developing manufacturing instructions, designing production tools, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure design constructability.

Candidates must have a Bachelor of Engineering degree and at least 3 years of experience in shipbuilding or heavy industrial manufacturing. Applicants must also meet Canadian Government Security clearance and U.S. ITAR requirements.

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• Manufacturing Instructions
• Production Tool Design
• AutoCAD
• Technical Documentation
• 3D Modeling
• Shipbuilding Production
• Risk Mitigation
• Continuous Improvement
• Constructability Review
• Project Planning

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Trades
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

3+ years

Apply by

Sep 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level