Field Service Engineering Co-op — Hands-on Shipbuilding

CareerBeacon; Halifax; On-site; CAD 12,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-op fee coverage

Job summary

Irving Shipbuilding invites applications for a Field Service Engineering co-op student role in Halifax. You will work closely with our production team on active ship builds, contributing to design evaluation and schedule coordination while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

We value strong communication, problem-solving, and organization. You will be supported by mentors and may participate in process improvements as we pursue efficiency and innovation.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering degree program.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience welcome.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and open to learning new tools.

Responsibilities

• Tackle real engineering challenges alongside our production crew during active ship builds.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to evaluate and refine ship design elements.
• Help ensure production stays on track by assisting with schedule coordination and technical support.
• Participate in identifying, tracking, and resolving engineering and production issues.
• Propose and contribute to process improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and innovation.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Fast learner

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree (current student)

Tools

MS Office

Technical tools

Job description

Irving Shipbuilding invites applications for a Field Service Engineering co-op student role in Halifax. You will work closely with our production team on active ship builds, contributing to design evaluation and schedule coordination while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

We value strong communication, problem-solving, and organization. You will be supported by mentors and may participate in process improvements as we pursue efficiency and innovation.