Junior Engineer, Industrial Engineering - #442335

Job Description

A Junior Industrial Engineer designs plans and executes improvements to the processes, tools, workstations, and equipment needed for high quality, efficient ship construction, repair and delivery scope. The Junior Industrial Engineer works independently, problems faced are potentially complex and a scientific methodology is used to analyze it, identify root causes to the problem, test solutions, and standardize successful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage proactive scope of work including developing standardized workstation processes, 5S standards, performance metrics, capacity analysis, total productive maintenance, and overall equipment effectiveness, material flow, and visual management.
• Author processes and procedures documenting how to stabilize and control processes in ship design, repair, and construction.
• Identify and action opportunities for Continuous Improvement within Industrial Engineering, ship design, repair, and construction.
• Identify and manage mitigation plans for risks and change management associated with Industrial Engineering core activities and improvement initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional improvement, standardization, and/or mitigation plans and projects, including creative technical problem solving and effective stakeholder management.
• Research and Development.
• Change Management.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge and application of Lean Six Sigma, Change Management, Project Management and maritime regulatory authorities (e.g. LR, TC, IMO, etc.) and other industry standards (e.g. ASME, IEEE, ASTM, etc.) applicable to job posting.
• Ability to model and analyze systems in a simplified format for the purpose of illustrating the transformation of inputs, outputs and added value.
• Project management training or certification (optional).
• Training or experience in lean/six sigma or other improvement methodologies (optional).
• Education and awareness of industrial or project management environments with a focus on analyzing and improving operational performance.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, navigate within a 3D model and/or simulation of the ship, develop & markup drawings, develop presentations and reports, develop technical specifications, perform technical investigations, and develop statement of work for subcontractors.
• Analytical problem solving and data analysis.
• Ability to develop statement of work for subcontractors.
• 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.
  
  

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.