Opportunities for Junior Engineers at Irving Shipbuilding

Irving Shipbuilding; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A shipbuilding company based in Halifax is looking for a Junior Engineer who thrives on innovation and precision. This role involves designing processes and tools for efficient shipbuilding, alongside responsibilities such as reviewing technical deliverables and identifying improvement opportunities. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and possess a foundational understanding of various shipyard disciplines. Join us to help build the ships of tomorrow in a dynamic engineering environment.

Qualifications

• 0-6 years of progressive experience in engineering.
• General awareness of shipyard disciplines and their applications.
• Experience in developing presentations and reports.

Responsibilities

• Originate routine deliverables under close supervision.
• Review technical deliverables developed by stakeholders.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities in engineering.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Understanding of engineering standards

Verbal and written communication

Ability to read blueprints

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.)

Job description

Job Description

Are you a Junior Engineer who thrives on innovation and precision? At Irving Shipbuilding, our Junior Engineers design and plan the processes, tools, and equipment that ensure high-quality, efficient shipbuilding—from construction and repair to testing, commissioning, and delivery. You’ll apply your expertise across theoretical, practical, and lean engineering disciplines while advising on best practices and technical solutions in a dynamic shipbuilding environment.

Join our talent community today to stay connected and be the first to know about upcoming junior engineering opportunities that shape the future of the naval industry. Submit your application now and help us build the ships of tomorrow!

These applications could be used for various areas in the business such as Planning, Combat Systems, Production Engineering, Field Service Engineering, Electrical Engineering and more!

Responsibilities

• Originate, under close supervision of a licensed P.Eng, routine or low‑complexity deliverables in an assigned job scope area.
• Review and raise comments against technical deliverables and products developed by internal & external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within their job scope area and the broader Engineering discipline.
• Identify risks associated within their job scope area, their function, or the broader Engineering Discipline.
• Please note, these are general responsibilities and are subject to change depending on the position that becomes available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) or equivalent required.
• Understanding of how to apply standards applicable to role, with guidance — typically via 0‑6 years of progressive experience.
• General awareness of shipyard disciplines (hull structure, ship arrangements, ship piping systems, propulsion, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, producibility, manufacturing).
• Read blueprints, navigate within a 3D model and/or simulation of the ship.
• Develop or markup drawings, technical investigation and data analysis under supervision.
• Analytical problem solving under supervision; develop presentations and reports.
• Verbal and written communication of standard issues to internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable observing and often participating in technical information sharing in cross‑functional problem solving.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with managerial consultation.

Additional Requirements

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 at one of our four locations.

Thank you for submitting your application to be considered for future Junior Engineer opportunities. Only those considered for a role will be contacted.