Planning & Field Engineer

Irving Equipment Limited is a well-established Heavy Lift and Specialized Transport company with a diverse fleet of mobile and crawler cranes SPMTs and other specialized transport and lifting equipment with locations in Saint John New Brunswick Dartmouth Nova Scotia and several other branches around Atlantic Canada.

At Irving Equipment you will discover a fast-paced work environment and gain exposure to a wide range of industrial commercial infrastructure and residential projects. A proud member of the J.D. Irving Limited family of companies we are always seeking to attract the very best talent.

We are currently seeking applicants for the position ofPlanning & Field Engineerto join our fast-paced dynamic team in Saint John New Brunswick. This is a role that requires both office and field-based work scopes. You will work with a team to determine best methods and equipment for engineered lifts.

Salary range: 70000 - 100000

• Conduct on-site field assessments to evaluate lift conditions access ground-bearing requirements and execution risks
• Lead the development of engineered lift and transport plans using CAD-based planning tools
• Translate field conditions into practical executable plans aligned with operational capabilities
• Work closely with Operations Project Teams and field crews to plan refine and execute lift strategies
• Provide field engineering support during critical lifts including troubleshooting and real-time adjustments
• Communicate plans clearly to operators supervisors and customers to ensure safe and efficient execution
• Perform peer reviews and provide guidance to Junior Engineers on lift planning and field considerations
• Stamp engineered lift plans as required
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes field feedback loops and execution efficiency
• Ensure adherence to Quality Environmental Health & Safety standards
• Travel throughout Atlantic Canada as required

• Engineering degree (Mechanical or Civil preferred)
• Professional Engineer (.) designation in New Brunswick
• Minimum 5 years of experience preferably in construction heavy lift or field-based engineering environments
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and lift planning software
• Demonstrated ability to connect engineering design with field execution
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working both in the field and in a fast-paced office environment
• Strong communication skills across technical and operational teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Valid Class 5 drivers license