ENGINEERING PROJECT SHOP SUPERVISOR (BAND LEVEL 10)

Memorial University: Career Development; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university in Canada is seeking an Engineering Project Shop Supervisor to lead technical staff and manage engineering projects. The role requires 5-7 years of mechanical engineering experience, a degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, and proficiency in fabrication technologies such as CNC machining and welding. The position offers a salary of $74,288 - $96,297 per annum.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Eligible for registration with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Experience with fabrication technologies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technical staff in the Project Engineering team.
• Prepare project designs for laboratory and scientific equipment.
• Support the quality management program and maintain project data.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

CNC machining

Welding

Additive manufacturing

3D scanning

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

High school graduation

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

ENGINEERING PROJECT SHOP SUPERVISOR (BAND LEVEL 10) (PROJECT ENGINEER)

Department of Technical Services

Contractual Position to October 15, 2027

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Supervise technical staff in the Project Engineering team, including training and mentoring junior staff.
• Consult with faculty, staff, and students to prepare project designs for laboratory and scientific equipment.
• Prepare cost estimates and provide project status updates.
• Complete analysis for a wide range of applications, including compliance for pressure systems.
• Prepare CAD files for parts and assemblies; track fabrication activities.
• Support the quality management program, maintain project data, participate in relevant committees, and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Experience (5-7 years) of mechanical engineering related work in a university or related environment.
• Graduation from high school, supplemented by the successful completion of a Mechanical Engineering degree, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Eligible for registration with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Experience with fabrication technologies is essential, including CNC machining, welding, additive manufacturing, waterjet cutting, and 3D scanning.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASME Codes for pressure systems and knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work in a team environment. Project planning experience would be an asset.

Salary $74,288 - $96,297 per annum (Management and Professional)

Closing Date October 9, 2025 by 5:00 p.m. NST

Equity and Application Information

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

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