Engineer, Production Norms

Irving Shipbuilding; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company seeks an Engineer for Production Norms to design and improve processes within their production environment. This role is pivotal in enhancing the efficiency and quality of shipbuilding activities, involving collaboration across engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• Experience with hull structure and/or steel outfitting.
• Knowledge of marine field through study or work experience noted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve norms calculators for hull structure.
• Monitor production activities and develop time studies.
• Provide training on norm calculation tools.

Skills

Understanding of scheduling

Knowledge of shipbuilding production

Applied experience with hull structure

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Engineer, Production Norms designs and plans processes, tools, and equipment needed for high-quality, efficient planning, construction, repair, testing/commissioning, and delivery of ships. They may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices. The role involves working within theoretical, practical, and/or lean engineering disciplines in a shipbuilding environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and improve norms calculator(s) related to hull structure and steel outfitting.
• Support review and development of new norms as needed.
• Monitor production activities and develop time studies to support norms refinement and process development.
• Support development of structural steel production processes and work instructions to enhance efficiencies.
• Provide training and support to planning teams on norm calculation tools.
• Host engagement sessions with production stakeholders to review baseline norms and calculator outputs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) or equivalent; Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or equivalent. Alternative educational backgrounds may be considered with relevant work experience.
• Applied experience with hull structure and/or steel outfitting.
• Understanding of scheduling, ability to meet strict deadlines, and manage & develop schedules.
• Knowledge of shipbuilding production, planning, material requirements, and resource capacity.
• Some exposure to or interest in the marine field through work experience or academic study.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Canada and the U.S., with a team of 20,000 employees. We foster a culture of integrity, talent development, and inclusivity, offering opportunities for career growth across divisions.

We are committed to accessibility and encourage candidates to request accommodations during the application and employment process. We value diversity and inclusion; applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all listed requirements.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Irving Shipbuilding is Canada's National Shipbuilder, constructing over 20 vessels for the Royal Canadian Navy and Coast Guard as part of Canada's largest defense procurement. Join our team of over 2,400 shipbuilders for a dynamic career dedicated to success, development, and safety.

Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including underrepresented groups, and encourage self-identification.