Job Description

We are seeking an Engineer, Production Norms to play a key role in improving efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across shipbuilding production activities. In this role, you will design, analyze, and refine production norms that support planning, fabrication, painting, and build module operations. You’ll work independently with general guidance, applying engineering expertise, analytical thinking, and a continuous improvement mindset within a complex shipbuilding environment.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys bridging theory and practice, working closely with planning and production teams, and using data-driven insights to improve industrial performance.

• Maintain, enhance, and validate production norm calculators for CUT, Paint, and BMODs
• Review existing norms and develop new production norms as business needs evolve
• Monitor production activities and conduct time studies to support norm refinement and process improvement
• Support the development of CUT and FAB production processes, including associated work instructions, to drive efficiency and consistency
• Provide training and ongoing support to Planning teams on the effective use of norm calculation tools
• Lead engagement sessions with Production stakeholders to review baseline norms and interpret calculator outputs
• Analyze production performance data and observations to continuously improve accuracy and reliability of norms

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) or equivalent
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or equivalent (required or in progress)
• 4–10 years of demonstrated experience in ship design, ship construction, or a similarly complex industrial/manufacturing environment
• Applied engineering experience with exposure to manufacturing or production environments
• Understanding of shipbuilding production, planning, material requirements, and facility/resource capacity
• Familiarity with scheduling principles, ability to manage timelines, and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to interpret and navigate production drawings, PBOMs, and 3D models
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills, including the ability to perform statistical analysis of production data

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.

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.