Industrial Engineer

Aecon Group Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian construction firm is looking for an Industrial Engineer to optimize fabrication processes and improve productivity. This position will involve creating estimates for activity durations, driving process improvements, and performing production analyses. Applicants should have a P.Eng. certification, experience in industrial engineering, and familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The role is based in Cambridge and supports local fabrication shops, offering an opportunity to impact complex construction projects.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of industrial engineering experience, ideally within a fabrication environment.
• Proven record of implementing successful value-added change-management programs.
• Familiarity with shop-floor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate estimates of fabrication activity durations.
• Drive process improvement through capacity analysis and layout optimization.
• Perform production time analysis to inform workflows.
• Define maintenance and capital‑improvement requirements for shop equipment (cranes, sub‑arc welders, plasma cutters).
• Work with equipment suppliers and service personnel to execute maintenance programs.
• Perform causal analysis and develop corrective actions based on key production metrics.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) certification

Tools

Cranes

Sub-arc welders

Plasma cutters

Job description

Aecon Group Inc. is Canada’s largest nuclear constructor, employing over 2,000 highly skilled workers. With a 50‑year history of building nuclear infrastructure, a 413‑approved Canadian supplier base, and expertise in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), Aecon is a preferred, top‑tier contractor for complex construction projects.

Aecon is a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations. We lead impactful projects in transportation, energy, and community development, and invest in our people so they can build their careers through the Aecon University and Leadership Programs.

Role Overview

The Industrial Engineer will optimize fabrication processes to improve efficiency and productivity. Working cross‑functionally, the role develops production and resourcing plans, tracks performance metrics, and implements recovery strategies to address deviations. This position is located in Cambridge and supports Aecon’s Fabrication shops in Cambridge and Brantford.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate estimates of fabrication activity durations based on material takeoffs, design, geometry, and equipment parameters.
• Drive process improvement through capacity and utilization analysis, shop‑floor layout optimization, and implementation of lean manufacturing principles.
• Perform production time analysis—including takt time, cycle time, and resource requirements—to inform workflows, jig design, and ergonomics.
• Define maintenance and capital‑improvement requirements for shop equipment (cranes, sub‑arc welders, plasma cutters).
• Work with equipment suppliers and service personnel to execute maintenance programs.
• Perform causal analysis and develop corrective actions based on key production metrics.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) certification.
• 3–7 years of industrial engineering experience, ideally within a fabrication environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous‑improvement methodologies.

Preferred Experience

• Proven record of implementing successful value‑added change‑management programs.
• Knowledge of heavy‑metal fabrication processes, including robotic and manual welding and jig design.
• Experience designing and executing equipment maintenance programs.
• Familiarity with shop‑floor equipment—including cranes, sub‑arc welders, and plasma tables.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Construction

EEO Statement

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

Accessibility Statement (Accessible Canada Act)

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.