Project Manager

at  Irving Shipbuilding

A Senior Engineer designs and plans processes, tools, and equipment needed for high quality, efficient planning, construction, repair, testing/commissioning, and delivery of ships, applying practical job knowledge typically obtained through significant work experience. The Senior Engineer may manage projects/processes, working independently with limited supervision and coach & review the work of lower-level professionals. Problems faced by a Senior Engineer are difficult and sometimes complex. Senior Engineers will be expected to work in an assigned job scope across theoretical, practical, and/or lean engineering disciplines in a shipbuilding environment.

• Actively manage planned and emergent work within their assigned scope.
• Support the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Originate complex deliverables and develop statements of work for external subcontractors
• Review technical deliverables and products developed by Engineering staff and external stakeholders
• Author Processes and Procedures documenting how recurring Engineering Support and Deliverables in their assigned discipline are created.
• Identify and manage mitigation plans for risks associated with their engineering discipline.
• Identify opportunities and lead initiatives for Continuous Improvement within their engineering discipline.
• Knowledge – education, certificates, licenses, registration, and knowledge required
• Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) or equivalent, Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or equivalent
• Expert knowledge and application of maritime regulatory authorities (LR, TC, IMO, etc.) and other industry standards (e.g. ASME, IEEE, ASTM, etc.) applicable to job posting
• Expert knowledge of ship specific discipline applicable to job posting (hull structure, ship arrangements, ship piping systems, propulsion, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, producibility, manufacturing)
• Knowledge and genuine interest of naval / modern ship design and construction methods
• Technical Skills – required skills to apply knowledge
• Demonstrated experience (typically 8+ years) in ship design or construction or relevant complex industrial and manufacturing environment
• Experience as a cognizant engineer (or system / technical owner) over one or more ship’s systems or shipyard functions, or design functions.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, navigate 3D model and/or simulations, develop & markup drawings, develop presentations and reports, develop technical specifications, perform investigation on complex issues
• Analytical problem solving on complex issues
• Ability to develop statement of work for subcontractors
• Social Process Skills – required skills for effective working relationships
• Verbal and written communication of complex issues to internal and external stakeholders
• Cross-functional problem solving from technical & business perspective
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Make risk-based technical decisions

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.
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

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