Senior Architectural Engineering Technician

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

Job summary

A prominent shipbuilding company is seeking a Senior Architectural Engineering Technician to manage facility documentation and support the Maintenance team. This role involves delivering drafting support, developing 3D models, and ensuring access to facility drawings. The ideal candidate will hold an Architectural Engineering Technician Diploma, have over 10 years of experience in related fields, and possess relevant professional accreditation. This position requires a full-time, in-office presence in Halifax, Canada.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in engineering, construction, or complex industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Relevant professional accreditation (e.g., C.Tech, CET, PMP).
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver drafting support to the Facilities Capital Department.
• Develop and maintain 3D models and 2D design drawings for facilities infrastructure.
• Manage and continually improve the Facilities Information Centre filing system.

Skills

2D & 3D design

Engineering standards

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Architectural Engineering Technician Diploma

Job description

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a Senior Architectural Engineering Technician to join our Facilities Capital team. In this role, you’ll be the go‑to expert for managing and maintaining record documentation across all Irving Shipbuilding facilities and equipment assets. You’ll work with both 2D and 3D CAD software, support key engineering and maintenance initiatives, and play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, accessibility, and integrity of facility information.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who thrives in complex industrial environments, enjoys working independently, and takes pride in coaching others and optimizing processes.

Qualifications

• Architectural Engineering Technician Diploma (or equivalent related discipline).
• 10+ years’ experience in engineering, construction, or complex industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Relevant professional accreditation (e.g., C.Tech, CET, PMP).
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Broad understanding of multidisciplinary design and construction practices.
• Expert skills in 2D & 3D design, engineering standards, and interpreting technical drawings.

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.

Responsibilities

Record Documentation & Design

• Deliver drafting support to the Facilities Capital Department.
• Develop and maintain 3D models and 2D design drawings for facilities infrastructure.
• Support the Maintenance team by tagging new and existing infrastructure assets.
• Collaborate with Facility Engineers on project scope development, design requirements, and planning.

Information Management

• Manage and continually improve the Facilities Information Centre filing system.
• Ensure easy and reliable access to all facility‑related documentation.
• Serve as the primary contact for locating facility drawings and technical information.
• Support project closeout processes by ensuring timely turnover of as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Monitor compliance with Irving Shipbuilding’s Facility Engineering CAD Standards.

Field Inspections

• Conduct on‑site inspections to verify and update red‑line drawings.
• Maintain accurate building layout and general arrangement drawings.
• Keep record drawings up to date to support safe maintenance, operations, and facility development.