Engineer, Project Engineering

Irving Shipbuilding; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Project Engineer to support Manufacturing Engineering for naval programs. The ideal candidate will lead project tasks, manage risks, and work collaboratively with teams. A degree in Engineering and 4-6 years of relevant experience are required. Strong relationship management and project coordination skills are essential. This position necessitates full-time, in-office presence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Engineering, or equivalent.
• P. Eng or CET preferred; PMP and Lean Six Sigma certifications are assets.
• 4-6 years in Project Management or Engineering on large, complex defense or manufacturing projects.
• Familiarity with project controls, performance management, scheduling, and delivery.
• Experience coordinating across multiple organizations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute assigned tasks, activities, and deliverables within the Engineering Group.
• Develop plans, processes, and procedures to ensure successful achievement of project milestones.
• Anticipate and manage risks, resolving challenges proactively to maintain project momentum.
• Coordinate engineering activities to enable efficient delivery of project outputs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about engineering excellence and driving innovation in complex projects? Join our Project Engineering team as a Project Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in supporting Manufacturing Engineering for cutting‑edge naval programs. This position is ideal for a systems thinker who thrives on collaboration, problem‑solving, and delivering results in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute assigned tasks, activities, and deliverables within the Engineering Group.
• Develop plans, processes, and procedures to ensure successful achievement of project milestones.
• Anticipate and manage risks, resolving challenges proactively to maintain project momentum.
• Coordinate engineering activities to enable efficient delivery of project outputs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Project Engineering, or equivalent.
• Credentials: P. Eng or CET preferred; PMP and Lean Six Sigma certifications are assets.
• Experience:
• 4-6 years in Project Management or Engineering on large, complex defense or manufacturing projects.
• Familiarity with project controls, performance management, scheduling, and delivery.
• Experience coordinating across multiple organizations is an asset.

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) 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. 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. 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.