Manufacturing engineer

Project Engineer

Title posted on Career Beacon - Project Engineer

Posted on February 26, 2026 by Employer details Irving Shipbuilding

As a Project Engineer, AOPS and Ship Repair, you'll play a key role in supporting our Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship (AOPS) program and broader ship repair initiatives. You'll represent ISI Engineering across multiple internal and external touchpoints, ensuring high‑quality engineering support is delivered on time and aligned with program needs.

You'll collaborate closely with engineering teams - including Field Service, Production, and Project Engineering - while also working with Programs, Planning, Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality Control. In this role, you'll also engage with Design Agents, Classification Societies, subcontractors, vendors, and the Customer to help drive successful project outcomes.

• Manage planned and emergent engineering work within your assigned scope
• Support internal and external stakeholders with timely and accurate technical input
• Originates routine or low‑complexity engineering deliverables
• Review technical work products developed by external organizations
• Author processes and procedures for recurring engineering support and deliverables
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to support project success
• Identify and champion Continuous Improvement opportunities

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) or equivalent;
  Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation (or equivalent)
• 2–5 years of experience in ship design, ship construction, or relevant complex industrial/manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of modern naval ship design, construction, and repair methods
• Strong understanding of scheduling with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Exposure or interest in the marine industry (via co‑op, work experience, or academic study)
• 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)
• Position requires a full‑time, in‑office presence

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 (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.

If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

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.

• Location:
  
  Halifax, NS
• Work location:
  
  On site
• Salary: $23.00 to $65.00 HOUR hourly
• Terms of employment:
  Permanent, Full time
• Starts as soon as possible