Junior Engineer

Job Description

Working as part of the Technical Engineering Team, this role will support the Manager, Technical Engineering, to communicate cross-functionally to drive engineering process and governance through the Design and Engineering business unit. Providing trustworthy process and assurance to the ISI Programs is a business-critical element, aligned to achieving Product Acceptance and contractual sell-off.

Responsibilities

• Develop, own and maintain a method of tracking acceptance and assurance projects, working cross functionally and collaboratively to ensure reporting is accurate and timely
• Produce metrics to enable status reporting at all levels of the business
• Identify the root cause of any issues preventing progress using suitable process development and lean toolsets.
• Provide subject matter expert guidance and assistance to the Engineering Team to navigate acceptance processes by use of developing user-guides and presentations as required
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within job scope area and the broader Engineering discipline
• Identify risks associated within their job scope area, their function, or the broader Engineering Discipline
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng) or equivalent
• Understanding of how to apply standards applicable to role, with guidance - typically via 0-6 years of progressive experience
• Project Management qualification (or working towards) such as CAPM or PMP an asset
• Business Administration experience an asset
• Microsoft Office toolset experience including advanced Excel skills
• 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
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.

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

About The Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.