Project Engineer

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

EAP

RRSP matching

Wellness reimbursements

Product purchase program

Training & development

Growth opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a seasoned engineer to serve as the in-house resource for technology upgrades across drives, controllers, and automation systems.

You will drive capital projects from concept to start-up, coordinating multi-functional teams and vendors to deliver on-time, within budget, and in compliance with safety standards. The role requires a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree and at least three years of capital project leadership, with manufacturing or heavy

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree is required.
• Minimum 3 years leading capital projects.
• Asset: experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial projects.
• Ability to lead cross-functional project teams with multiple stakeholders.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ownership, initiative, attention to detail, and a bias for right-first-time work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the in-house engineering resource for technology and equipment upgrades, including drives, controllers, and automation systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through process improvements, automation, and safety improvements.
• Lead and manage capital and expense projects from concept through start-up and completion.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, funding requests, and execution plans.
• Oversee engineering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Deliver solutions that meet technical, operational, quality, and performance objectives.

Skills

Capital project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Communication skills

Ownership and initiative

Planning and organization

Team leadership

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We Offer:

• Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan


• Employee & family assistance program


• RRSP matching program


• Health & Wellness reimbursements


• Product purchase program


• Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development


• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies


• Relocation cost (if applicable)

• Serve as the in-house engineering resource for technology and equipment upgrades, including drives, controllers, and automation systems.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives through process enhancements, automation, and safety improvements.


• Lead and manage capital and expense projects from concept through start-up and completion.


• Develop project scopes, budgets, funding requests, and execution plans.


• Oversee engineering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities.


• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.


• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable regulations.


• Deliver solutions that meet technical, operational, quality, and performance objectives.

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree


• A minimum of 3 years experience leading capital projects


• Prior experience in manufacturing or other heavy industrial projects is considered an asset


• Ability to successfully execute within a team environment


• Ability to lead cross-functional project teams involving multiple stakeholders, ensuring projects are completed in a cost-effective, timely, reliable, and safe manner


• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written


• Must demonstrate ownership, initiative, attention-to-detail, and a drive to ensure things are done right the first time.


• Above-average planning and organizational skills


• Proficient with Microsoft Office

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We 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.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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