Engineering Technologist

J.D. Irving; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company is looking for an Engineering Technologist in Halifax to support the facilities' capital program. This full-time position is pivotal for developing infrastructure growth plans while collaborating closely with production, health, safety, and engineering teams. Candidates should possess an Engineering Technology Diploma and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Our team is dedicated to innovation and commitment to excellence in shipbuilding—join us and help shape the future of our operations.

Qualifications

• Engineering Technology Diploma required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Business Management training is required.
• Certified Construction Manager (CM) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Integrate the 5-year sustaining capital program with the budget.
• Provide project proposals for the annual capital budget.
• Support the development of the annual expense budget.
• Engage stakeholders to define project requirements.
• Determine project scope, cost, and schedule.
• Support drafting requirements and maintaining drawings.
• Create conceptual drawing packages for projects.
• Manage the Request/Approvals process for the capital budget.
• Support management of engineering consulting firms and vendors.

Job description

As anEngineering Technologist, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Irving Shipbuilding’s infrastructure. Supporting the Manager, Facilities Capital, you’ll help drive the design and engineering efforts behind the Shipyard’s Master Plan by developing and evolving a dynamic 5-year sustaining capital program.

This role is focused on long-term infrastructure growth across ISI sites, ensuring our facilities are equipped to meet production demands and strategic goals. You’ll continuously refine the capital plan based on changing requirements in production, safety, security, and reinvestment—helping to sustain critical assets and optimize shipbuilding operations.

Responsibilities

• Integrate the 5-year sustaining capital program with the ISI Facilities annual capital budget.
• Provide up-to-date project proposals for the ISI Facilities annual capital budget.
• Support the development of the ISI Facilities annual expense budget.
• Continuously engage with stakeholders from Production, HSE, Security, and Maintenance to define requirements for expansion and reinvestment projects.
• Determine scope, technical details, cost, and schedule for projects in the 5-year sustaining capital program.
• Support the Facilities Engineering Technician with drafting requirements, including maintaining accurate record drawings through field inspections.
• Create conceptual drawing packages for projects in the sustaining capital program and long-term growth plans.
• Maintain and improve the capital budget Request/Approvals process and the executive presentation for the annual capital budget.
• Support the Manager, Facilities Capital in managing 3–6 engineering consulting firms and over 20 trade contract vendors.

Qualifications

• Engineering Technology Diploma
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through Project Management Institute
• Business Management Training
• Certified Construction Manager (CM) – Considered 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 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.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 6728
• Job Category Engineering & Science
• Posting Date 11/03/2025, 02:43 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 3099 Barrington Street, Halifax, NS, B3K 5M7, CA