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Technologist, Production Engineering – Temporary Services

J.D. Irving


Job Location:

Halifax - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 September 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 5 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

As a Production Engineering Technologist you will play a key role in designing and planning the processes tools and temporary systems required to build and deliver high-quality ships.

Working within the Production Engineering Shipyard team you will focus on developing and coordinating temporary service solutions that enable safe and efficient production activities across new construction and ship repair initiatives.

This role requires strong collaboration across Production Planning Safety Procurement and Engineering teams to ensure temporary services are seamlessly integrated into work packages schedules and material readiness plans.



Responsibilities
  • Develop temporary service plans (scaffolding ventilation access power lighting safety systems) across ship construction scopes

  • Create and update layouts drawings and redlines for temporary openings and installations

  • Monitor production and incorporate lessons learned into continuous improvements

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align plans with schedules and material readiness

  • Support constructability reviews and provide drafting assistance as needed

  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and project requirements



Qualifications
  • Engineering degree or Engineering Technologist diploma

  • 25 years of shipbuilding ship design or heavy manufacturing experience

  • Knowledge of production planning materials and resource capacity

  • Ability to perform basic calculations and produce sketches/drawings

  • Strong attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills

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.




Required Experience:

IC


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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 ... View more

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